{"id":19720,"date":"2026-01-09T15:00:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T23:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mi.edu\/?p=19720"},"modified":"2026-01-09T15:00:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T23:00:14","slug":"musicpro-26-conference-musicians-institute-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mi.edu\/in-the-know\/musicpro-26-conference-musicians-institute-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Musicians Institute to Host MusicPro &#8217;26 Artists&#8217; Conference This March"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \"><strong>Emerging and independent artists: mark your calendars for March 27-29, 2026, <\/strong>when Musicians Institute&#8217;s Hollywood campus will transform into the epicenter of music industry education and networking this spring as we host the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicpro26.com\/\"><strong>MusicPro 26 Artists&#8217; Conference<\/strong><\/a>. This three-day event brings together industry legends, music business leaders, and emerging artists for an unprecedented learning and networking experience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">What Is MusicPro &#8217;26?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">MusicPro 26 is a unique conference designed specifically for independent and emerging artists who are serious about building sustainable music careers. Hosted by the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.giveanote.org\/\"> Give A Note Foundation<\/a> in partnership with Musicians Institute, this event offers something you won&#8217;t find anywhere else: direct access to the tools, knowledge, and connections that can accelerate your path to success in today&#8217;s rapidly evolving music industry.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Why Musicians Institute?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">&#8220;The Musicians Institute campus during spring break is the perfect site for a conference like ours,&#8221; said Give A Note CEO Dendy Jarrett. &#8220;Being able to use classrooms brimming with music and AV gear, multiple recording studios, performance spaces, and the personnel to run them is a music conference dream come true.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">Our state-of-the-art Hollywood facilities provide the ideal environment for this groundbreaking conference, featuring world-class recording studios, performance spaces, and the latest music technology\u2014everything attendees need to fully immerse themselves in the learning experience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Featured Sessions and Industry Leaders<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">MusicPro 26 has announced an impressive lineup of panels, workshops, live interviews, and keynotes featuring some of the biggest names in music:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Legendary Artist Conversations<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>A Conversation with Neil Giraldo<\/strong> (Giraldo-Benatar)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>A Conversation with David Paich<\/strong> (Toto)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Rhythm, Melody, &amp; Harmony<\/strong>, with PRS Guitars CEO Paul Reed Smith<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Music Business and Technology<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>How AI Is Reshaping The Music Industry<\/strong>, with RIAA Chair and CEO Mitch Glazer<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Making Art with Tech Tools<\/strong>, with Craig Anderton<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The New MIDI 2<\/strong>, with the MIDI Association&#8217;s Athan Billias<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Metrics of Music<\/strong>, with Jeff Green<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Career Development and Strategy<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Artist Management For Indies<\/strong>, with former Jonas Entertainment CEO Phil Guerini and Neal Spielberg<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Crowdfunding Your Career<\/strong>, with GoFundMe&#8217;s Trevor Cragg<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Managing Royalties, Registration &amp; Payments<\/strong>, with F. Reid Shippen, Chris McMurtry and Rachel Bepko<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Is That Even Legal?<\/strong>, with Airhug Radio CEO\/Berklee law professor Deborah Kidd<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Songwriting and Creative Development<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>BMI&#8217;s &#8220;Speed Dating for Songwriters&#8221;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The MusicPro &#8217;26 Songwriting Workshop<\/strong>, with Judy Stakee<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Salt Lick Incubator Song Camp and Listening Party<\/strong>, with Jordyn Simone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Performance and Media Opportunities<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Reality of TV Talent Shows<\/strong>, with American Idol&#8217;s Peter Cohen<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Fighting Stage Fright and Winning<\/strong>, with Dr. David Fish<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Next Level: Elevating Your Music Performance<\/strong>, with Caleb Chapman<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Could Voice Acting Pay More Than Singing?<\/strong>, with David Goldberg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Live Podcast Recordings<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Creativity, Excitement, Emotion podcast live<\/strong>, with David Andrew Wiebe<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Your Morning Coffee podcast live<\/strong>, with Jay Gilbert<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\">Special Film Screening<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>The Immediate Family film screening<\/strong>, with Denny Tedesco<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">For a complete list of sessions and special events, visit <strong><a class=\"underline\" href=\"http:\/\/musicpro26.com\">musicpro26.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Networking Opportunities<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">Beyond the sessions, MusicPro &#8217;26 offers invaluable networking opportunities. Connect with fellow musicians at various stages of their careers, meet industry leaders face-to-face, and build relationships that can open doors for years to come. This is your chance to be part of a community of serious artists who are committed to making music their career.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Event Details<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \"><strong>When:<\/strong> March 27-29, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Musicians Institute, Hollywood, California<br \/>\n<strong>Hosted by:<\/strong> Give A Note Foundation<br \/>\n<strong>Produced by:<\/strong> Westchester Media<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Conference Sponsors<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">MusicPro &#8217;26 is supported by leading music industry organizations including MusicPro Insurance, Pandora AMP, SoundExchange, BMI, RIAA, Paul Reed Smith Guitars, Pearl Musical Instrument Co., DistroKid, Bandzoogle, California State University Northridge, Let Music Fill My World, Musicpreneur Academy, GoFundMe, Music Connection, Premier Guitar, and American Songwriter, among others.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">About Give A Note Foundation<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">Give A Note Foundation is a national 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to engage and empower educators, inspire students, and expand the reach and impact of music education. Founded in 2011 with an initial investment from 21st Century Fox and TV show GLEE, and in cooperation with CMA Foundation, Radio Disney, and National Association for Music Education, Give A Note has awarded grants in excess of $1.5 million dollars. Their mission: &#8220;Creating Better Humans Through Music.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-claude-response-heading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Get Involved<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">Whether you&#8217;re an emerging artist looking to level up your career, an industry professional wanting to connect with the next generation of talent, or a company interested in exhibiting or sponsoring, MusicPro &#8217;26 offers opportunities for everyone in the music community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \"><strong>For artists:<\/strong> Visit <a class=\"underline\" href=\"http:\/\/musicpro26.com\">musicpro26.com<\/a> for registration information and the complete session schedule.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \"><strong>For companies interested in exhibiting or sponsoring:<\/strong> Contact Jake Martin at <a class=\"underline\" href=\"mailto:jmartin@intunepartners.com\">jmartin@intunepartners.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"border-border-300 my-4\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal \">Musicians Institute is proud to provide the venue and facilities for this groundbreaking conference. Our commitment to music education extends beyond our students\u2014we&#8217;re dedicated to supporting the entire music community and fostering the next generation of music professionals. We look forward to welcoming you to our Hollywood campus this March for MusicPro &#8217;26.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emerging and independent artists: mark your calendars for March 27-29, 2026, when Musicians Institute&#8217;s Hollywood campus will transform into the epicenter of music industry education and networking this spring as we host the MusicPro 26 Artists&#8217; Conference. 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