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As part of it’s 2008 program, WMC presents a new program series underscoring the Music Industry’s efforts to address modern global issues. The series will consist of evening seminars, music and cocktail receptions presented throughout WMC week, which will bring together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, the media and WMC participants - presented WMC style at The Catalina Hotel.
Admission Policy: Free, preferred admission for Badge holders. Space is limited, so please arrive at least 10 minutes before the starting time to guarantee admission. | 
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Schedule
Tuesday, March 25
6:00PM - 7:00PM
WMC badgeholders enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
6:30PM South Beach Sessions-Music & Art in Education
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop- 1720 Collins Ave.
What are the long and short term results of funding cuts of Art Education Programs? How do public Arts budgets reflect the value of Art & Culture? Why are Art & Music societally important? These questions and more will be answered in this increasingly important discussion.
Moderator: Christine Condaris, Ph D.- Mass. College of Liberal Arts
Panelists:
Gustavo Matamoros- ISAW/Subtropics Festival
Theresa Amandi- The Recording Academy
Mark R.Shaya, MD- University of Miami
Jesse Saunders- BrokenRecords.us
9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop -1720 Collins Ave.
Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
Music by Masomenos
Wednesday, March 26
6:00PM - 7:00PM
WMC badgeholders enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
6:30PM South Beach Sessions-Green Initiatives in the Music Industry
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop- 1720 Collins Ave.
This year the Industry was buzzing with environmental chatter. Artists are touring using only green methods and labels are now using biodegradable packaging. The Industry is rallying around conservation efforts in an unprecedented way. Listen to some of the professionals leading this movement in an open forum.
Moderator: Jaime Matyas- National Wildlife Federation
Panelists:
Richie Hawtin- Minus Records
Josh Stempel- Live Earth
Carlos Correal- Mansion/The Opium Group
Alterra Robinson- Turn The Tables on Global Warming
DJ Dan- Kinetic Records
Rob Simas- BPM Magazine
Neal Turley- Sustainable Waves
9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop- 1720 Collins Ave.
Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
| WMC and Paul van Dyk present: VONYC Sessions |
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Jon Rundell (INTEC, Vandit Digital)
Jon O'Bir (Conspiracy, Vandit Records)
Austin Leeds (Ultra, Hamachi, Nervous)
Adam Sheridan (Soundstage Music, Vandit Digital)
Fei-Fei (Spundae, Vandit Digital)
Sultan & Ned Shepard (Yoshitoshi, Vandit Digital)
The Catalina Hotel - Maxine Building - Lobby
1720 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach 33139
8:00PM - 2:00AM
Badge holders and VONYC Guestlist
Paul van Dyk presents his radio station for advanced electronic music - VONYC Sessions! Showcasing outstanding talents from all across the world for your listening pleasure. |
Thursday, March 27
6:00PM - 7:00PM
WMC badgeholders enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
6:30PM South Beach Sessions- Conscious Music - The Healing Power of Sound
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop- 1720 Collins Ave.
This panel brings together key pioneers in the areas of science and wellness to explore the many ways in which sound affects our lives. This panel will give the audience a more sophisticated understanding of the power of sound and discuss the many ways that music can support sustainable choices and provide greater levels of connectivity. Copresented by Earthdance, Miambient, and the Global Sound Conference.
Moderator: Chris Deckker- Earthdance International
Panelists:
Alex Theory,Ph D.- (Global Sound Conference)
Kevens
Erick Parades- Sustainable Recordings
Andrew Borg- High Beam Entertainment
Kim Leadford-Universal Law
9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop -1720 Collins Ave.
"Meet and Greet" downtempo mixer with special guest artists.
Friday, March 28
6:00PM - 7:00PM
WMC badgeholders enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
6:30PM South Beach Sessions-Music, Politics & Social Awareness
The Catalina Hotel Rooftop- 1720 Collins Ave.
Pioneers of International Dance and Hip Hop music culture, media, and press rally around the world’s most pressing issues and corresponding campaigns.
Moderator: Lauren Segal- Next Aid
Panelists:
Christopher Willits- Ghostly International
Chris Deckker- Earthdance International
Paul Marengo- The Cherry Fund
Wessel Van Eeden- Dance4Life
Brittany Somerset- Praxis Public Relations
Parag Bhandari – UG Strategies
A.J. Mora- SuDance
Dan Giove- DubSpot
9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
The Catalina Hotel Lobby- 1720 Collins Ave.
Dorset Building
Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
Music by Man Parrish
Saturday, March 29
3:30PM - 4:30PM
WMC badgeholders enjoy complimentary cocktails courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Music as a Means of Marketing & Setting Trends
Music, its artists and message permeate all aspects of modern culture from social undertones to politics and fashion. Partnerships between artists and products push the influence of cultural icons to an ever-greater reach thus contributing to and in many cases eclipsing; perhaps even circumventing, all traditional notions of what we call ‘artist development’. We will cover various levels of sponsorship / partnership for your events, artist product endorsements and the cross pollination between Music, Fashion, Film, Television, and so much more... Is music riding a corporate wave to success or vice versa? Anyway you look at it, the synergy works. From the drawing room to your living room this is an inside glimpse from the experts who bring the ideas! Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
Moderator: Debra Eriksen - Oracle Entertainment, Dance Music Consultant for Island/Def Jam Recordings
Panelists:
Cary Vance - Promo Only Promotions
Michael Melfi- Six Degrees Magazine
Darryl von Daniken- tilllate.com
Music by D ROLLER
5:30PM - 9:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
The Catalina Hotel Lobby- 1720 Collins Ave.
Dorset Buikding
Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
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