The Music Cities Convention is the biggest global event exploring the use and importance of music in the development of cities all around the world. The event provides a stage for the latest best practice to be presented and problems debated by thought leaders from the worlds of city planning, music, economic development, tourism, academia, events, property, non-profit and private/public bodies. The Music Cities Convention will also host the Awards Ceremony of the Music Cities Awards, the most consolidated platform worldwide rewarding individuals and organisations using the power of music for transforming their communities.