Toronto International Music Summit

The first Toronto International Music Summit, On May 26, 2012 will be the site of an incredible exchange of ideas between artists, music industry professionals, thinkers and developing artists. This one-day event, to be held at the Fairmont Royal York, will provide the tools and knowledge necessary to gain a foothold in the music industry and promote independent bands. The Summit will host a huge variety of influential industry professionals from all over the music business. Speakers will focus on four specific aspects of the music industry: Music Training, Marketing & Branding, Understanding the Music Business and Mentorship for Emerging Artists.

Guest speakers who will be present at the summit include Dale Kotyk, Vice President Marketing of Warner Music, Vered Koren, EMI Music Canada Director Music & Brand Partnerships and Director X, Celebrity Music Video Producer. Click here for the full list of speakers. 

In addition to being present at one of the music industry's most enlightening get-togethers, attendees will also have a chance to take a look at some of Canada's up-and-coming independent artists at the Hard Rock Cafe on Saturday, May 26th following the day time conference. A portion of the proceeds from the conference will be donated to MusicCounts, which has been devoted to providing music education in schools around the country since 1989. Tickets to the Toronto International Music Summit and following party at the Hard Rock Cafe can be found online at www.torontoims.com.