A 2008 report by the London Development Agency stated that 33% of jobs in music and the visual and performing arts were based in London.
London: A Cultural Audit, London Development Agency, 2008

In 2004, London had five world class symphony orchestras and two opera houses.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2004, London was home to over 70% of the country's recording studios, two opera houses, five major orchestras, seven purpose built concert halls and 1650 music businesses.
How it all works, Abramson, L, Classical Music , 17 July 2004

In 2004, the music industry employed 125,000 people, mainly in London.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2004, Radio 3 was the biggest commissioner of new music in the world.
Building Public Value, BBC, 2004

In 2003, 70% of all jazz album sales took place within the M25.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2000, 70% of the UK's recording studios were based in London.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004

In 2000, 90% of the UK's music business activity was based in London.
London Cultural Capital; Realising the potential of a world-class city, Greater London Authority, 2004