Higher Rhythm with Music Industry Yorkshire presents: Yorkshire Music Industry Expo Spring 26
Yorkshire Music Industry Expo (Yorkshire MIX…) is back again on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th of March in Doncaster. Delivered by Higher Rhythm via Music Industry Yorkshire, this series of free events, part-funded by Pathways to Work, is designed to support better access to the music industry.
Previous Y-MIX events have featured established artists, venues and festivals, funders, royalty collection agencies, manufacturers, and more. This Spring 26 edition of Yorkshire Music Industry Expo rounds up more industry leaders to inform and inspire through sharing their experience. Staying true to Music Industry Yorkshire’s mission, they are all strongly linked to Yorkshire.
It’s
FREE to attend. Here’s how to register:
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- If you’re not already a member of Music Industry Yorkshire register for free on this website first.
- Next, visit here to book your free place.
Thursday 5th March
09.45 to 11.15
Industry Panel: The DIY Spirit
A panel exploring how to build a career as an independent in today’s music industry. Featuring, Francesca Pidgeon (Artist / Producer – Dilettante), Tony Ereira (Clue Records) and Christian Carlisle (BBC Introducing). Chaired by Zawedde Walusimbi (Higher Rhythm).
11.15 to 11.45
Networking
11.45 to 12.30
Master class: Innovating live music performance
A master-class with Dilettante, workshopping her inventive use of technology to compose and perform. Led by Zawedde Walusimbi.
Friday 6th March
09.45 to 11.15
Industry Panel: What a time to be Live
A panel discussing challenges and opportunities in the live music sector. Featuring Andy O’Grady (Donnyfest Music Festival), Rebecca Walker (Music Venues Trust) and Kweku Sackey (Music Artist K.O.G.). Chaired by Zawedde Walusimbi (Higher Rhythm).
11.30 to 12.00
Funder Session: Arts Council England
Simon Benger of Arts Council England, in conversation with Zawedde Walusimbi
, about funding opportunities available through this National Arts Funding and Development organisation.
12.00 to 12.30
Networking
Yorkshire Music Industry Expo 2025 is part funded by Pathways to Work
