For 2013, the Bernese cantonal government has approved cantonal contributions of CHF 16.6 million to the 29 general music schools that are officially recognized by the canton. This is less than planned.
As part of the cost-cutting measures for a balanced budget in 2013, the credit has been reduced by 500,000 francs, writes the canton. The cantonal government has approved a further 150,000 francs for the Association of Bernese Music Schools (VBMS) for 2013.
The VBMS supports the canton in the quality assurance of music schools, in the further training of music school teachers and school management and in the settlement of cantonal contributions.
