Mr Ali Kiresci

Research project: Artistic Labour Market Experiences of Immigrant Cultural Workers; The Case of Turkish Musicians in London

Abstract

This study will look at Turkish immigrant musicians who have chosen to build a career in London. In the last two decades, artistic labour markets have been a critical focus in investigators' and policymakers' agendas. However, the literature lacks an empirical study concerning the inclusion of immigrant cultural workers in the artistic labour markets, particularly in the major capitals of Europe. As one of the most critical facts of today's agenda, immigration has resulted in an increasing creative workforce and the generation of cultural and artistic activities that enhance major cities' attraction. Following a labour market segmentation approach, this research will examine Turkish immigrant musicians' employment and labour market experiences. In doing so, it will also explore whether the value of their human capital is linked to their ethnic background. Greater London will be taken as the case of the study, as the area appears to have become a prominent centre of attraction for international musicians worldwide.