Ep.2: Why are classical musicians almost invisible on Spotify?- „Beyond The Practice Room“

In this episode of Beyond the Practice Room, I break down the reality behind classical music streaming in 2026 — from algorithms and metadata problems to the actual money musicians earn per stream. We often hear that streaming has democratized music. But for classical musicians, the system works very differently. 👉 Why does classical music struggle on platforms like Spotify? 👉 How much do musicians really earn per stream? 👉 Why can an album cost over 15,000€ — and still not break even? 👉 And what would a better system actually look like? This episode goes beyond the usual discussion and looks at the economics, structure, and hidden rules of the music industry today. 🎻 Topics covered: Spotify algorithm & why classical music gets less visibility Streaming payouts (Spotify vs Apple Music vs YouTube) The real cost of recording a classical album Why even 1 million streams may not be enough Structural problems in the classical music industry How the system could change 🎙️ Beyond the Practice Room explores the modern classical music world — beyond just playing an instrument. If you're a musician, student, or interested in how the music industry actually works, this podcast is for you. 👍 If you found this helpful: Like & subscribe for more episodes Share with a colleague or musician Let me know your experience with streaming in the comments #classicalmusic #spotify #musicindustry #musicians #violin #streaming #musicbusiness