Developing Lancashire's Music Industry: People, Scenes and Place

At a glance

Join the Lancashire Music Association for its very first convention in Burnley: an event for any, and all music stakeholders, including those working on public domain music and related activities, professional, semi-professional, and anyone interested in developing a sustainable music career 

We will be bringing together music people from Burnley and across the county to build networks and consider: 

·       How we develop our music ecosystems, talent, industry, infrastructure, scenes and audiences, to enhance cultural and economic impact.

·       How we develop sustainable music related careers in Lancashire.

·       How we defragment the county’s music industry to harness its collective might and focus it into powerful movement.

12.30 – 13.00 | Arrive & Networking

13:00 - 13:10 | Welcome & Introduction - Councillor Jack Launer & Charlotte Steels BLC Group | Setting the Scene - Tony Rigg & Harry Westall

13:10 - 13:55 | Cultural Flashpoints: Music, Culture and Community | Author Rebecca Hook (The Hacienda: Threads) and legendary musician Peter Hook consider the begninnings of some of the North West's most culturally significant music and scenes including Joy Division, New Order, Factory Records, the Hacienda, and more. 

14:00 - 14:55 | Discussion: Drawing on research and previous consultions, together with some of the LMA Advisory Board Members, we will discuss how to develop Lancashire's music sector, ecosystems, people and places

Tea, Coffee and water will be supplied

The event is FREE to attend, but you must book in advance. The event is intended for Lancashire Music Association members but there is a ticket allocation for non-members who would like to connect and know more about the LMA. To join the Lancashire Music Association go to www.lancashiremusic.org

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Who Will Be There?

We welcome a diverse group of attendees, including industry experts, representatives, music makers, producers, venue operators, promoters, managers, DJs, record labels, publishers, tech, supply chain, retail, educators, investors/ funders and other music stakeholders. If you have any interest in connecting to the music industry professionally, this is a chance to interact with accomplished professionals and to get involved in actively shaping the music landscape in the region.

Under 18s to be accompanied by a responsible adult

We have a limited number of wheelchair and accessibility tickets. To  book one of these tickets please email Harry@lancashiremusic.org and a free essential companion ticket will also be issued - these are limited so early booking is essential. Please note that if a member of your party arrives in a wheelchair and hasn't booked a wheelchair accessible space, we will do our best to accommodate, but pre-booking will be incredibly helpful.

This event is supported by the Lancashire Music Hub and in association with Arts Lancashire, Burnley Leisure and Culture BLC, The Mechanics, University of Central Lancashire, Lancashire County Council, Musicians Union, More Music, Actual Music, Rebellion Festival, and more.