S.L. 595.42 Art. 7The functions of the Agency.

(1) It shall be the function and object of the Agency to: (ESTABLISHMENT)

(a) promote classical, modern and Maltese music, and promote music as a means of personal and community development;

(b) promote, through the functioning of the National Philharmonic Orchestra, public knowledge and appreciation for music, and the talents linked to this art;

(c) develop and maintain the national and international profile of the National Philharmonic Orchestra;

(d) support and promote the National Philharmonic Orchestra, and provide the appropriate platform for the support, growth and development of the existing portfolio of the National Philharmonic Orchestra of festivals, recitals, music shows and existing concerts, and build the same portfolio by introducing new and innovative ideas and increasing audience involvement and participation;

(e) promote, encourage and provide event execution and musical performance of the highest level, comparable to the levels of major international events;

(f) develop the portfolio of concerts, events and festivals into a continuous creative platform for Maltese and international artists and creative operators through the commission of new work, also in partnership with public entities, local, national and international organizations and event organizers;

(g) organize activities and events throughout Malta, and develop distinct plans for each activity and event to involve audiences and various sectors of society;

(h) provide what is necessary to facilitate attendance at activities and events, and increase participation and audience involvement, and make use of technology, communication and collaboration for the full support of these same activities and events;

(i) bring the music performed by the National Philharmonic Orchestra closer to the people by encouraging, building and increasing participation in activities and events, and this also through focused and effective communication;

(j) procure instruments and other tools necessary for the functioning of the National Philharmonic Orchestra;

(k) coordinate the travel and performances of the National Philharmonic Orchestra abroad, and encourage the role of the National Philharmonic Orchestra in the cultural promotion of Malta;

(l) work closely with the relevant persons, public entities and organizations in order to develop and maintain the image and brand of Malta internationally in the sector of the functioning of the National Philharmonic Orchestra, and to promote and develop the same sector as a sector in local cultural tourism;

(m) encourage a national arts and culture calendar, offering a consolidated program and spur greater synergies, impact and alignment in public and private cultural organisations;

(n) establish a strong network of affiliations with local and international cultural organizations, which may also include partnerships in local, regional and international concerts, events and festivals;

(o) provide the instruments for the full support of events and festivals in Malta and beyond, through technology, communication, marketing and common aid;

(p) organise educational initiatives and training;

(q) determine further brand recognition for the Agency’s product; and

(r) do those things that can be considered ancillary to the functions provided for in this article.

(2) For the purpose of carrying out its functions, the Agency:

(a) may collaborate with Ministries, Departments, authorities, corporations and agencies of Government, local councils, regional councils, non-governmental organisations, Public Cultural Organisations and other persons;

(b) may enter into agreements, contracts and obligations with natural as well as legal persons, public entities and local, national and international organisations;

(c) shall closely collaborate with the company chosen in terms of article 3(4) for the commercialisation of the operation of the Agency and the functioning of the National Philharmonic Orchestra.