Discussion Highlight: The Canadian Live Music Association

The London Music Office checks in with the President and CEO of the Canadian Live Music Association, the voice of Canada’s live music industry. This one-on-one chat sets the tone for the 2025 City of Music Conference…

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Speaker:
Erin Benjamin

PresentationMusic Moves the Goals

This presentation explores how the music and live entertainment sector drive the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by learning from sustainability practices in sport. It highlights how music can reduce environmental impact…

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Speaker:
Jacob Wagner

PresentationCulture as a Catalyst

Sustainable development has often been understood as having three dimensions: economic, environmental and social. But the world has begun to recognize a fourth: culture…

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Speaker:
Kate Declerck

PresentationThe Mannheim Model

The Mannheim Model denotes a holistic support structure for music, music business and creative economy. It entails a support and coaching programs for musicians starting at the pre-professional level, two universities where you can study popular music…

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Speaker:
Dr. Matthias Rauch

PresentationAsahikawa: Partners in Design

Partners in Design showcases a creative collaboration between two UNESCO Creative Cities — London, Canada (Music) and Asahikawa, Japan (Design)…

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Speakers:
Kaoru Ueda, Takaya Yokoi

Online PresentationKharkiv: Music as a Symbol of Resilience

This presentation explores how music in Kharkiv, Ukraine, has become a powerful symbol of resilience and hope amid challenging times. It highlights the role of local musicians, communities, and cultural initiatives in using music to preserve identity…

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Speaker:
Sabina Tupikova

PresentationWhat if We Started Over? Rebuilding Streaming from the Ground Up

In this insightful presentation, Johannes Larson delves into the structural challenges of the current music streaming economy and introduces Campfire’s innovative approach to creating a more equitable and transparent platform for artists and listeners alike…

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Speaker:
Johannes Larson

PanelCelebrating Local

This panel explores how cities worldwide recognize and celebrate local artists, boost community engagement, and support the local music economy through programs like local award shows, music weeks and more…

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Panelists:
Tony Sutherland, Demetrius Nath, Dominic Mokgakala

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Moderator:
Melanie Brulée

PresentationSound Design Policy

Large-scale live music events bring significant cultural and economic benefits, but they also present challenges related to sound and community impact. The City of London sought to achieve a balanced approach using innovative …

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Speakers:
Trevor Johnson, Richard Gracious

Interactive SessionTour at London Music Hall

2025 marks the 20th anniversary of London’s landmark venue, London Music Hall, offering an inside at look the city’s premier live music venue, showcasing its state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems…

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Interactive SessionTempo Talks

Tempo Talks is a fast-paced speed-meeting event that connects delegates with presenters through short, focused conversations. Designed to spark collaboration and exchange ideas…

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PanelShaping the Next Generation

This panel spotlights the rising youth music movement in London, Ontario, exploring how young artists, bands, and organizers are shaping the city’s cultural future…

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Panelists:
Laurence Williams, Roisin Miland, Saveria

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Moderator:
Savanah Sewell

PresentationTransitioning Operating Models at the Conrad Centre

Join the City of Kitchener’s Manager of Arts & Creative Industries as she shares the story of the Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts. Originally operated by a third-party non-profit organization, the venue…

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Speaker:
Andrea Hallam

PanelSound Travels: Music Tourism

Music and tourism are powerful forces that shape the identity, economy, and cultural vibrancy of cities. This dynamic panel explores how these two sectors intersect to drive urban development…

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Panelists:
Sweety Bharij, Kate Johnston, Emmanuel Patterson, Gillian Wilkinson McDaniel

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Moderator:
Joanne Wolnik

PresentationLiverpool Accelerator City

Since becoming a UN Accelerator City in 2024, Liverpool has been at the forefront of driving innovation and growth within the music and creative industries through targeted support and development programs…

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Speaker:
Kevin McManus

PresentationCities After Dark

Join Ottawa’s first Nightlife Commissioner, Mathieu Grondin, for an exclusive presentation on innovative nightlife strategies and the vital role of the night-time economy…

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Speaker:
Mathieu Grondin

PresentationInternational Music City Spotlights

The world, well some of it, comes to London for the City of Music Conference. Hear from global leaders as they provide an overview about their UNESCO City of Music…

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Speakers:
Dr. Matthias Rauch, Kevin McManus, Hedvig Solvik, Sanna Åkerlund Gebeyehu, Gillian Wilkinson McDaniel

PanelThe City as a Stage: Partnering on Music Festivals

Festivals & Working with Cities explores the dynamic collaboration between music festivals and their host cities, highlighting how strategic partnerships drive economic growth, cultural impact, and community engagement…

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Panelists:
Lisa La Rocca, Isabel Cisterna, Michael Vickers

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Moderator:
Ward Dilse

RoundtableOverview of Ontario Music Strategy Models

Ontario has established itself as a leader in the ‘Music City’ movement. This session offers delegates the opportunity to explore a variety of music strategies implemented across the province. Through insightful presentations and engaging discussions…

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Speakers:
Moira Demorest, Corey Poole, Melanie Brulée, Devon Hogue, Cory Crossman