- 23-27 OCT 2024
- Manchester, UK
Conference
The WOMEX Conference Programme has always strived to support creatives, connect the community of music professionals, and provide a platform to share knowledge, enthusiasm, expertise, and solidarity- to network and learn from each other. Experienced peers and special guests share their visions, map out their ideas and lay the foundation for moving the industry forward.
The Programme comprises of Jury selected Conference and Mentoring Sessions, as well as Networking Sessions and Associated Presentations.
Find out more about the different Conference Formats here.
Conference Events 2024 A-Z
A Lifetime in Roots Music
The life and legacy of Chris Strachwitz and Arhoolie Records
Susan Ohori (USA), Jon Kertzer (USA), Adam Machado (USA)
Beats for a Revolution
Women transforming Chilean urban music
Pamela Gaete (Chile), Francisca ”La Peluquera” Herrera (Chile), Javiera “Almeyda” Opazo (Chile)
Ethics, Resistance and Decolonisation of Global Music
Avoiding extractive practice & building resistance to the policing of music
Balraj Samrai (UK), Gavin “Gavsborg” Blair (Jamaica/Germany), Sirasar “Mae” Boonma (Thailand), Kamila Rymajdo (Poland/UK)
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International Music Managers Networking Session
Discover synergies and connect with music managers worldwide
Coordinated by Jess Partridge (UK/Estonia), Marina Roveta (Spain)
Kuwaiti Pearl Diving Music
Perspectives on revival, fluidity, and exchange
Ghazi Al-Mulaifi (Kuwait/United Arab Emirates), Hamad Ben Hussain (Kuwait), Bill Bragin (USA/United Arab Emirates)
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Labels Networking Session
Do artists still need record labels?
Coordinated by Felipe Alvarez (Colombia), Lewis Robinson (UK)
Music and Video Games - How to Expand into the Game Industry
Tips for inter-media opportunities between music and games
Vic Hime (Brazil), Mat Ombler (UK), Rob Vicars (UK)
Queer Networking Session
NetwerQ the world as your authentic self
Coordinated by Mitra Shreeram (Canada), Kaylee Pearson (Denmark)
Revitalising the South Asian Independent Music Ecosystem
Fostering sustainability and equity
Kalaivani “Lady Kash” Nagaraj (Singapore), Jataneel Banerjee (India/UK), Shrutilaya (India/Singapore)
Rhythms of Reconciliation
Exploring music's transformative power for peacebuilding
Adrian Sabogal (Colombia), Ruth Daniel (UK), Ingrid Delgado (Colombia)
Securing the Future of Folk
How young musicians are learning and preserving folk music traditions
Suchet Malhotra (India/Belgium), Sarah-Jane Gibson (South Africa/UK), Ricardo van Mildert (Netherlands), Maarja Nuut (Estonia)
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Women Artists in War
Challenges and triumphs in the Congo
Fabienne Balola (DR Congo), Yves Kalwira (DR Congo)
Women of the World Networking Session
15th annual networking meeting
Coordinated by Allie Silver (USA)
More Sessions to Be Announced Soon
WOMEX Conference 2024
Conference Sessions, Networking Sessions, Mentoring Sessions, Associated Presentations
The WOMEX Conference Programme is created based on an annual call for proposals. Our independent, international Jury then chooses the final sessions - jam-packed with veteran speakers and fresh young minds from all sectors of the music industry. Gather pearls of wisdom and musical inspiration throughout the WOMEX days at the Conference Sessions.
Whether you're looking to dive into engaging conversations, acquire new knowledge, or connect with a particular community, our range of session formats (panels, presentations, think tanks, skill-shares etc.) offers diverse opportunities for active participation.
Ask all your burning questions, exchange ideas and get practical tips from our Jury selected mentors, in a 45-minute Roundtable Mentoring Session limited to five participants. Pick their brains about music markets across the globe and get tailor-made career advice.
Please note that slots are very limited and distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration for the Mentoring Sessions will open closer to the event and be communicated via the newsletter.
Networking Sessions are the home of international networks – many of which have been formed at WOMEX itself. Get together, deliberate, discuss and develop. WOMEX provides a platform for professional networks from all across the globe to meet and connect.
Besides the Jury selected Conference Programme we offer our long-term partners a platform to present their latest project or address burning topics to the wider WOMEX community.
