Erich Marckhl – Musikausbildung in der Steiermark nach 1945. Brüche und Kontinuitäten

Nowadays, a detailed examination of the structure and development of music education in Styria after 1945 seems absolutely necessary, considering an overall lack of research on that topic and a predominant thematization of Vienna. The composer, music pedagogue and cultural politician Erich Marckhl played a pivotal role in music education before and after 1945. His network reached far beyond Styria. This article shall illustrate the development and interaction of all institutions connected to music education after 1945.the reorganization of the music school system, the reopening of the State Conservatory and its transformation into the Academy of Music and Performing Arts.