About the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA):
Established in 2008, we are a not-for-profit trade body and membership organisation.
The SMIA’s mission is to…
Create and nurture a diverse, accessible and inclusive membership community that reflects the full spectrum of Scotland’s music industry
Ensure that Scotland’s music industry has an effective voice within government, parliament and development organisations that facilitates understanding and awareness of key opportunities and challenges
Produce and support projects and programmes to stimulate sustainability, domestic and international growth, development and innovation
In order to strengthen and increase the value of Scotland’s music industry both at home and on the world stage; economically, socially and culturally.
The SMIA receives regular funding from Creative Scotland, the public body that supports the arts, screen and creative industries across all parts of Scotland on behalf of everyone who lives, works or visits here.
Creative Scotland distributes funding from the Scottish Government and The National Lottery.
Our Membership
We currently support a network of over 6,000 music practitioners.
We want everyone working in – or aspiring to work in – music in Scotland to be an SMIA member. Whatever point you’re at in your career, whatever genre of music you work in and wherever in Scotland you’re based; the SMIA exists to support you.
Our membership is free, to find out more click here.
Our Projects and Programmes
From celebrating outstanding Scottish albums through the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award to fostering innovation in the music business, our projects and programmes resonate with the ethos of empowerment and growth. Delve into our flagship initiatives, partnerships and collaborations, and see how we’re working with our membership to shape the future of Scotland’s music industry. Learn more about our efforts here.
Our Academic Partners
We work with further and higher education institutes as Academic Partners to support and develop the future talent pipeline of Scotland’s music industry.
Our Academic Partnerships bridge the gap between education and the evolving music industry; ensuring that skills are mapped to industry needs to enhance employability and drive sector growth.
From course accreditation to guest lectures to placement opportunities, we work to ensure the next generation of music industry professionals are equipped and inspired for the future. We’re proud to be working with UHI Perth, endorsing their BA Hons in Music and BA Hons in Music Business programmes.