ISCM World New Music Days 2025 - Música Viva

The ISCM World New Music Days, one of the most prestigious and unique annual music festivals globally, will be held in Portugal for the first time in its century-long history. With a thriving and evolving contemporary music scene.For nearly 40 years, Miso Music Portugal, along with numerous other Portuguese music and art institutions, has shaped the vibrant contemporary music landscape. The festival coincides with Miso Music Portugal’s 40th anniversary, underscoring its decades-long contribution to promoting, publishing, and disseminating new music creations.

Miso Music Portugal and Música Viva Festival Miso Music Portugal’s extensive activities in music research, education, creation, and programming have laid the groundwork for this moment. One notable initiative is the Música Viva Festival, established in 1992, which annually brings together national and international composers and performers. In 2025, Música Viva will join forces with the ISCM World New Music Days, amplifying the global impact of both festivals and establishing Portugal as a key hub for contemporary music. Music transcends sound and silence; it captures the pulse of society, reflecting shared fears, aspirations, and dilemmas. The climate crisis demands not just political and technological solutions but a shift in consciousness, and artistic creation plays a pivotal role in this transformation. The ISCM World New Music Days 2025 offers a unique platform to inspire this dialogue through the universal language of music.Event Overview and Programme HighlightsThe festival will take place from May 30th to June 7th, 2025, across Portugal’s two main cities, Lisbon and Porto. The programme will feature 135 works performed in 27 concerts, showcasing a balanced representation of nationalities, ethnicities, genders, and generations. Renowned Portuguese musicians—soloists, ensembles, and orchestras—will bring these works to life, demonstrating their exceptional talent and enthusiasm. This spirit of collaboration has been integral to curating the festival’s ambitious programme.The success of the ISCM World New Music Days 2025 relies on the support of diverse partners. A Celebration of Music and Humanity Hosting the ISCM World New Music Days in Portugal is not only a celebration of contemporary music but also an opportunity to address interconnected global challenges through art. The 2025 edition of this iconic festival promises to leave a lasting impact, fostering dialogue, creativity, and collaboration on a global scale.