World Music Conference

The World Music Conference, now in its fifth year, aims to revive and bring to life the rich cultural mix and diversity of the Midlands through Music. The World Music Conference (WMC), organised by the British Carnatic Choir, is the flagship world music event and was held in the Midlands for the first time in 2017. It aims to bring together artists, singers, musicians, of all ages, faith, race and cultural backgrounds, in an attempt to share good values, practices, knowledge, commonalities and to promote peace, harmony and togetherness. We have more similarities than differences, but our race and pace in life has created wider gaps. This world-class event aims to bridge these gaps.in bringing together people from all walks of life, that includes dignitaries, those from academia, students and music enthusiasts from all over the world. Vision The WMC strives to develop an emerging stage to engage and develop musical skills, creativity and personal development, transfer of learning, improve their cognitive competence, a deep appreciation and engagement with music. It will also serve as an integral part in support this important economic and cultural activity in the Midlands and elsewhere. Conference Theme: Decoding wellness through music for young children and adolescents.’ The over-arching aim of this conference is to explore the importance of music for mental health and well- being and help to gain insight on psychological effects of music on the brain Music plays a very valuable role and has a very positive effect on mental health. It is proven to be a great source of motivation, enhances well-being, and reduces anxiety. The benefits on health through music have been broadly recognised across various professions and practice, and this conference offers a great opportunity for a fully inclusive multidisciplinary analysis between music, mental health and well- being.