Event Schedule:
Friday, September 27
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Equity is Everything presented by SOCAN, ADVANCE, and Women in Music Canada
Second Floor, El Mocambo
Though conversation and commitments toward a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible industry are being actioned across the Canadian music industry, action toward true and sustainable change can be daunting. SOCAN has spearheaded a task force to address the issues and support the industry in moving forward. In this session, the new toolkit created to help the whole sector will be presented, followed by a conversation from leading professionals about the importance of everyone focussing on this work.
Facilitated by WIMC
2:15pm - 3:30pm
Your Voice Matters: Navigating Songwriting, the Recording Studio, and Business
Second floor, El Mocambo
Join us for a panel discussion on strategies to ensure your voice IS heard during the songwriting process, in the recording studio, and with business negotiations. Our music industry experts will share their experiences and insights to help ensure your creative voice is represented and valued in all aspects of the music industry.
3:00pm - 6:00pm
The Live Co-Write with Mike Schlosser and Sarah Boulton & NXTGen Mixer
Starlight Room, El Mocambo
MPC and SAC are pleased to jointly present The Live Co-Write with producer Mike Schlosser and songwriter Sarah Boulton. Join us in the writing room while Mike and Sarah create a new song live and allow you to view Mike's screen and follow along with the process. There will be an MPC NXTGen mixer after the event."
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6:00pm - 9:00pm
Songwriting Masterclass featuring Jim Cuddy & Greg Keelor (Blue Rodeo) and Lowell
Second Floor, El Mocambo
Presented by SOCAN, Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and RBC Foundation in association with Ontario Creates:
SOCAN and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF) are excited to present a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity hosted by JUNO-nominated Canadian artist, Miranda Mulholland with class of 2024 CSHF inductees Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor (Blue Rodeo), as well as chart-topping and award-winning songwriter Lowell (Beyoncé, The Beaches, Tate McRae). Hear the stories behind their greatest songs, learn valuable lessons from their personal experiences, gain insights into the songwriting craft, learn how to navigate the music industry as an emerging creator, and more.
8:00pm - 11:00pm
School Night x TMU
Starlight Room, El Mocambo
From LA to Toronto to Sydney to London, School Night’s mission is to help undiscovered artists along their path to a successful career in the music industry. Join us on Sept 27 as we put the spotlight on amazing artists from Toronto Metropolitan University.
