About us
MESO is a nonprofit cultural organisation based in Athens, active since 1998. We support the music ecosystem through events, programmes, and partnerships that link creativity with learning, innovation, and public value.
From launching European Music Day in Greece to co-creating initiatives like Athens Music Week and HEMI, MESO has evolved into a trusted connector between local culture and international collaboration.
We operate with legal transparency under Greek law and are eligible for national, EU, and private funding, including grants, sponsorships, and donations.
Our values
We believe in the power of music to build shared purpose and long-term value. Our goal is to support artists, professionals, and networks in developing inclusive ecosystems where creativity, learning, and opportunity come together.
Our work is collaborative by design, grounded in real needs, and focused on innovation, sustainability, and social impact.
Mission in action
From city-wide celebrations to mentoring labs and regional hubs, MESO builds projects where music connects with civic life, entrepreneurship, and policy.
We co-design programmes that support mobility, talent development, and ecosystem growth, always grounded in collaboration and shared benefit.
artists & bands showcased
speakers and guest delegates engaged
public & private partners engaged
networking & capacity building activities produced
european initiatives & projects
countries in cross-border collaboration
Our approach
Every MESO initiative is designed with purpose and built through trust. We combine creative thinking with project design, partnerships, and shared knowledge to support long-term growth in the music and cultural ecosystem.
Wether scaling a local idea or building a European consortium, we work to embed creativity in sustainable development frameworks.
What we do
We build connections between music, creativity, and society through real-world programmes that deliver public, cultural, and professional value.
Support & Development
Mentoring, showcases, and training for artists, professionals, and creative teams
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Labs, tools, and actions connecting music with business models and new technologies
Cooperation & Engagement
Cross-sector partnerships that grow ecosystems and promote shared development
Social Impact
Events and initiatives that promote inclusion, local activation, and cultural responsibility
A gateway to cultural investment and European collaboration
MESO links grassroots energy with broader frameworks for investment, visibility, and international collaboration. From Interreg and Creative Europe to music diplomacy and policy dialogue, we work where culture, innovation, and regional growth meet.
Through our networked position, we help local actions scale into strategic partnerships and European opportunities.
Our journey
Appointed by the French and Hellenic Ministries of Culture to launch European Music Day in Greece
National festival footprint in 50+ cities
Major cultural productions (Olympics, brands)
EU programme expansion: CCLEP, NIMPE, JUMP (Creative Europe, Grundtvig, Leonardo, Erasmus+)
Launched Athens Music Week
Launched HEMI - Hub for the Exchange of Music Innovation
(Creative Europe)
Co-founded Music Tech Europe Association
Joined the Management Board of the Federation of Music Conferences Launched the Music Tech Europe Academy (Creative Europe)
Launch SONIC - Music Policy Innovation (Interreg)
Prototyping the AGORA Music Innovation Hub concept.
Our core areas
MESO operates across six interconnected fields that reflect our evolving role in the music ecosystem and the wider creative sector.
These areas guide how we design projects, support communities, and collaborate with public, private, and international partners.
Project Design
We co-develop cultural initiatives at national and European level, aligned with real needs and long-term strategy.
Learning & Mentoring
We build non-formal training and support programmes for artists, professionals, and creative teams.
Cultural Production
We produce festivals, showcases, and hybrid events that connect creativity with public space and audiences.
Network Activation
We support mobility and collaboration across regions and sectors, fostering shared knowledge and partnerships.
Creative Tech
We design tools, platforms, and experimental actions at the intersection of music, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Research & Policy
We contribute to evidence-based policy through collaborative research, dialogue, and pilot initiatives for cultural development.