"Events such as South West Sound are absolutely vital to a thriving music sector. From keynote addresses to opportunities for networking, South West Sound really does offer something special for everyone attending."
David Lammy MP, Department of Culture, Media & Sport

South West Sound 2007

The South West's next annual music convention will take place on:

Wednesday 25 & Thursday 26 April 2007 at Colston Hall, Bristol and
Friday 27 & Saturday 28 April 2007 at Dartington Hall near Totnes.

Check back from November 2006 for more details...

South West Sound 2006

A big thank you to all the participants of South West Sound 2006 who helped to make the convention such a successful and enjoyable event. Please check back soon for video clips of the event and transcripts of the keynote speeches.

Each day of South West Sound 06 focused specifically on a particular area of music provision or professional practice:

Music Access & Participation

For all music facilitators and practitioners working with young people.

Music Industry Networks

Explores the support roles of music industry networks and trade bodies.

Emerging Talent

For anyone nurturing or supporting emerging talent or looking to forge a career in any aspect of the music business.

Establishing a Complementary Portfolio Career

For musicians and practitioners building a diverse portfolio career.

Commercial Realities in Music

Addresses key issues within today’s music industry.

South West Sound 2006

The South West's definitive music event. Join hundreds of delegates to develop your professional skills and contacts, discuss new ideas and best practices, and learn from our expert speakers.

In addition to the five-day music conference there is also a host of other activities on offer, including showcase gigs for local bands and artists, workshops, a one-day seminar for young people, an intensive three-day artist management course and the release of a compilation CD.

South West Sound is relevant to everyone working in music, at any stage of their career, including musicians, educators, composers, promoters, managers, engineers, producers, publishers and more.

Key Speakers

Michael Eavis , Glastonbury Festival
Evelyn Glennie, musician & composer
Stephanie Hughes, BBC broadcaster
Prof. Paul Robertson, Music, Mind, Spirit
Feargal Sharkey, Live Music Forum
Jazz Summers, Big Life Management
Jon Webster, BPI
Christina Coker OBE, Youth Music

Live Performances

Polar Bear
Show of Hands
Gavin Bryars
Showcases
Dartington Fringe
Bristol Fringe

Dartington Plus is a partnership between The Dartington Hall Trust, Dartington College of Arts and King Edward VI Community College.