BUILDING A STRONGER MUSIC SECTOR WITH OUR FEDERATIONS

In parallel with the development of the Luxembourg music sector in recent years, several initiatives originating from within the sector itself have emerged, aiming to centralize the needs and aspirations of its various contributors—songwriters, artists, performers and industry professionals. These associations and federations are integral to the success and sustainability of the music sector. They play an important role in advocating for the sector’s interests and fostering an environment conducive to professional growth—alongside other key contributors.

This panel will explore the missions and activities of four federations active in Luxembourg’s music scene and discuss how they support the music community and create new opportunities for artists, songwriters and music professionals.

Associations & Federations:

L’Alliance Musicale:

L’Alliance Musicale is dedicated to bringing together, representing, and defending the common interests of various professionals in the music industry in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Member include professional concert venues, halls, and organizers, as well as professional choirs, orchestras, and musical ensembles.

L’Alliance Musicale also provide a platform for professionals and aspiring professionals in the music scene of Luxembourg. Their aim is to create an internal exchange and cooperation among our members, while serving as a strong and effective voice for them. They strive to better serve and support the music community in Luxembourg by focusing on the diverse branches of the sector.

ASPRO (L’Association Luxembourgeoise des Professionnel·le·s du Spectacle Vivant):

ASPRO is a non-profit association whose mission is to bring together independent professionals working in the various fields of the live performing arts, to legitimately act on their behalf, and to defend their shared interests with a unified voice—both in front of public decision-makers, cultural institutions, and in the media.

Currently, ASPRO is prioritizing the following areas of focus:

• Pricing negotiations with producers
• Inclusion of live performance artists with specific needs
• Abuse of power
• Eco-responsibility and sustainability
• On-stage safety

FAMIL:

FAMIL is an upcoming association dedicated to performing musicians in Luxembourg. We represent their interests, defend their rights, and create opportunities for professional growth while fostering a dynamic, supportive network of artists.

Their Mission:

• Support and defend the rights of musicians with institutions, media, and the music industry.
• Improve working conditions and establish professional standards.
• Promote collaboration and create spaces for networking, mingling, and artistic exchange.
• Strengthen the cultural influence and recognition of performing musicians.

FLAC (Fédération Luxembourgeoise des Auteurs et Compositeurs):

The FLAC, Fédération Luxembourgeoise des Auteurs et Compositeurs, their activity encompasses the various aspects of the profession of composer and singer-songwriter across all genres: classical-contemporary music, film music, jazz, and popular music. Its aim is to improve working conditions for composers, combat violations of the Code of Ethics, and address unfair treatment. It also seeks to establish standard rates, particularly for remuneration. In this way, it works toward the professionalization of the profession and fair recognition of Luxembourgish music.

Speakers:

Tun Biever (FAMIL): Tun Biever, a performer, entrepreneur and artist manager, holds a Bsc from ESCP Europe and a MA from Berklee in Music Business. He is part of TUYS, an art rock band that has toured Europe extensively and opened for bands like The 1975 and Arctic Monkeys. He founded TWO STEPS TWICE, a label and management company, after stints at Virgin Music (Universal) in Berlin and Sony Music in Paris.

Luka Heindrichs (l’Alliance Musicale): Luka Heindrichs has been active in the music and cultural scene since the age of 15. He began his journey as the manager of the band INBORN!, and later became involved with the Food For Your Senses association. In 2014, he was appointed director of the Food For Your Senses Festival and chairman of the association. That same year, he co-founded the cultural venue De Gudde Wëllen in Luxembourg City, alongside friends and FFYS collaborators Jaakes Hoffmann and Ben Thommes. In 2019, he established the cultural management agency Twist&Tweak, further expanding his involvement in the sector. In 2021, he co-founded the Alliance Musicale, and in 2024, he succeeded Carl Adalsteinsson as chairman.

Christophe Reitz (FLAC): Christophe grew up in a musical environment with his father being a luthier. After graduating in mass communication and political science, he followed his heart and became a full-time musician in 2017. He released his first record by the end of the same year and switched focus on building a reputation as a performing artist, playing festivals, intimate shows and multidisciplinary art performances in Luxembourg and the Greater Region. In the spirit of combining synthetic and organic material, Christophe is always striving to expand his musical universe.

Claire Wagener (ASPRO): Claire Wagener was born in Dudelange in 1990. She studied comparative literature and translation studies at the University of Paris-Sorbonne, where she completed her Master’s degree in 2016. Since 2015, she has worked as a dramaturge and assistant director for various productions, including Winterreise (directed by Jakob Arnold), Luonnollisesti (directed by Stéphane Ghislain Roussel), 4.48 Psychosis (directed by Sandy Artuso), Hedda Gabler (directed by Marja-Leenda Junker). She has recently co-directed Kleng Ligen iwwer Onofhängegkeet (ILL, 2025), Nornen (ILL, 2024), Weinender Mond (Kammerata, 2023), Doheem – Fragments d’intimités (ILL, 2022), Zizou a Zazou (ILL, 2021). In the collective Independent Little Lies, she has been on charge of the Biergerbühn – Citizens’ Stage together with Elsa Rauch since 2022. Elsa Rauchs and Claire Wagener were nominated for the 2023 Luxembourg Stage Awards for their joint work on Doheem – Fragments d’intimités. She continues to work as a translator and has translated Romain Butti’s monologue Erop into French in 2022, published by Éditions LUAR in 2023. She has joined the committee of ASPRO in 2020 and has been president of ASPRO since 2024.

Panel Moderator: Lisa Burke

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