IMX In-person
Shanghai 19-22 October
The following dates and sessions are subject to final confirmation.
| Session | Title | Description | Speakers |
| Keynote | Music Growth Report 2023 | Uncover the pivotal developments, trends, and shifts that have shaped the music industry in 2023, backed by comprehensive data and insights. | TBC |
| Panel | Music Industry Driving Force and Trends | This panel takes a deep dive into the underlying factors steering the direction of the music industry. From emerging technologies to evolving consumer behaviors, gain a holistic understanding of today’s music landscape. | TBC |
| Panel | Royalties and Licensing Revenue: Where and How | Navigating the intricacies of royalties and licensing can be a daunting task. This panel aims to shed light on the best practices, challenges, and avenues to maximize revenue through licensing and royalty streams. | TBC |
| Keynote | Melodic Ventures: The Rise of Copyright Financing | Delve into the burgeoning world of copyright financing. Understand its growth, its significance in the modern music industry, and the opportunities and challenges it presents. | TBC |
| Panel | Hearing the Unheard: Advances in Copyright Protection | As the music industry expands digitally, copyright protection becomes more crucial. This panel discusses the advancements and tools available to artists and producers to safeguard their creations in the digital age. | TBC |
| Panel | AI and Music: Striking a Balance in the Legal Landscape | With AI’s increasing role in music creation and production, new legal challenges emerge. This session addresses the balance between innovation and legal frameworks in the era of AI-driven music. | TBC |
| Session | Title | Description | Speakers |
| Keynote | Sonic Branding: The Role of Music in Advertising | Unravel the power of music in creating brand identity and its compelling role in the advertising world… | TBC |
| Panel | Amplified Engagement: Boosting Online Traffic with Music | Discover how integrating music with digital marketing strategies can significantly boost online engagement and conversion rates… | TBC |
| Panel | Symphony of Sales: Music’s Role in Driving Offline Revenue | Delve into the symbiotic relationship between music and sales, especially in brick-and-mortar establishments where ambiance plays a pivotal role… | TBC |
| Keynote | Viral Vibe: Music and the Success of Viral Videos | From catchy tunes to profound symphonies, explore the underlying musical elements that contribute to the virality of online videos… | TBC |
| Panel | Viral Forcast: How to Analyse the Data of Music Distribution | Engage with experts as they decipher the metrics and nuances behind music distribution data, offering insights into future trends… | TBC |
| Panel | Viral Harmony: The Impact of Music on TV Show Popularity | Understand the profound impact of soundtracks and musical scores in driving the success and popularity of television shows… | TBC |
| Session | Title | Description | Speakers |
| Keynote | What technologies drive values of music in new digital era? | Explore the groundbreaking technologies that are reshaping the way we perceive, create, and consume music in the contemporary digital age. This keynote provides insights into the most influential tech trends impacting the music industry. | TBC |
| Panel | Influence of AI Tech and Algorithm on Music | Artificial Intelligence and algorithms have deeply entrenched themselves into music discovery, creation, and distribution. This panel discusses the myriad of ways these technologies are changing the soundscape of the music industry. | TBC |
| Panel | Global distribution and asset monetization | With the digital revolution, music distribution has witnessed a paradigm shift. This panel delves into global strategies, tools, and best practices to distribute and monetize musical assets effectively. | TBC |
| Keynote | Crafting Worlds: Immersion and Atmosphere Through Music in Games | Games have become sonic landscapes rich in musical narratives. Understand the art and science behind creating immersive and atmospheric game music, and the collaboration between composers and game developers. | TBC |
| Panel | Global Highest Standard Audio Content Trends | High-fidelity audio is becoming the gold standard. Dive into the latest trends, technologies, and consumer preferences shaping the future of premium audio content. | TBC |
| Panel | Virtually Harmonic: The Role of VR, AR, & XR in Music | The fusion of music with Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Extended Reality (XR) is crafting unparalleled experiences. This panel will discuss the innovations, challenges, and future of music in the realm of mixed realities. | TBC |
| Session | Title | Description | Speakers |
| Keynote | Soundscapes: Designing Environments with Music | Delve into the world of sonic design where music crafts the ambiance of spaces, both physical and digital. This keynote will discuss the techniques and considerations for designing immersive soundscapes for various environments. | TBC |
| Panel | The Role of Music in Sports, Physical and Spiritual training | This engaging panel aims to explore the application and influence of music in the realms of sports, physical, and spiritual training. Panelists will delve into the ways music can enhance performance, motivation, and emotional well-being, and discuss innovative methods for integrating music into these fields for both recreational and professional pursuits. | TBC |
| Panel | Rhythm of Destinations: Music and the Appeal of Travel Destinations | Music has the power to evoke the spirit of places and cultures. This panel will explore how music shapes the allure of travel destinations, from local folk tunes that resonate with cultural authenticity to modern compositions that capture a locale’s vibe. | TBC |
| Keynote | New Voices, Ancient Echoes: Nurturing Innovation in Traditional Music | Traditional music offers a rich tapestry of sounds that resonate with cultural histories. This keynote delves into the innovations breathing new life into age-old melodies, ensuring they remain relevant and cherished in today’s dynamic musical landscape. | TBC |
| Panel | Inherision and protection of traditional music worldwide | This panel serves as a platform to delve into the struggles and opportunities surrounding the preservation of traditional music heritage. The topics under discussion will span from the transmission of traditional music skills and knowledge to younger generations, to policy initiatives and frameworks designed to protect and promote traditional music forms at both the local and global levels. | TBC |
| Panel | Traditional Tunes, New Rhythms: Innovating with Traditional Vibe | In a world of rapidly evolving music genres, traditional tunes have found their space by blending with contemporary rhythms. This panel focuses on the intriguing fusion of ancient melodies with modern beats, and how they’re making waves in today’s music scene. | TBC |
IMX Online
Online 23-31 October
The following dates and sessions are subject to final confirmation.
| Date | Session | Speakers |
| 23 October | Tuneful Learning: The Role of Music in Children’s Education | TBC |
| Harmonic Healing: Using Music in Stress Management | TBC | |
| 24 October | Sound and Aroma: Exploring the Symbiosis Between Music and Tea | TBC |
| Harmony and Hue: The Intersection of Music and Visual Art | TBC | |
| 25 October | Unearthed Harmonies: The Art and Science of Collecting Folk Music | TBC |
| Eco-Acoustics: Bridging Music and Environment | TBC | |
| 26 October | Harmonizing Music Copyright: The Role of Data Standards | TBC |
| Sonic Visions: The Future of Concert Audio-Visuals | TBC | |
| 27 October | Harmony Across Cultures: Digital Collections and Global Music | TBC |
| E-Tunes: Leveraging Music in E-Commerce Platforms | TBC | |
| 28 October | Harmonious Design: Integrating Music in Design Processes | TBC |
| Sound Strategy: How to Leverage Music for Effective Advertising | TBC | |
| 29 October | Evolving Echoes: Reinventing Traditional Music Instruments | TBC |
| Energy of Natural Instrument – wind and percussion music | TBC | |
| 30 October | Smarter Playlists: How AI Personalization is Changing the Way We Discover Music | TBC |
| Maximizing Conversions: How to Use Big Data to Identify the Most Popular Music Genres and Songs | TBC | |
| 31 October | Music Sampling: Balancing Creativity with Legal Responsibility | TBC |
Experience IMX with a wide range of sessions from the previous editions
