“Stay Tuned to the Future of Music”
Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, November 21, 2026
What was it that first made you dream of being a part of the music industry? Who let you know it was possible? What was the song that showed your heart that this was your destiny? How did it make you feel? Which rock star made you swoon?
You’re part of it now. And the future is no longer imaginary – it’s in your hands. Hundreds of millions of fans across the globe depend on you to bring them the music they crave.
We are proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Music Summit, a full-day conference for ambitious, talented and innovative music industry professionals from the Northeast and beyond. Musicians, managers, agents, promoters, record labels, producers, publicists, and the media will share insights, strategies, and rich experiences on how to best create music and bring it to fans.
- 300+ Musicians, managers, A&R reps, agents and other experts – surround yourself with the best team out there!
- 40+ Leading industry professionals sharing a wealth of insights
- 10 panels on the most exciting opportunities for music professionals
- Industry networking
2026 Advisors
Steven Blush has written eight books about rock and pop culture—including American Hardcore (2001), American Hair Metal (2006), 45 Dangerous Minds (2005), Lost Rockers (2015), New York Rock (2016), When Rock Met Disco (2023), When Rock Met Reggae (2024), and When Rock Met Hip-Hop (2025)—as well as one about Billie Jean King’s rebel tennis league, Bustin’ Balls (2020), currently in television development. He wrote and produced the theatrically released, Sundance-premiered documentary American Hardcore (Sony Pictures Classics, 2006), followed by an expanded second edition of the American Hardcore book, now available in five languages. He lives in the Hudson Valley.
Alexandra Greenberg is the Founder of Falcon Publicity, a full service agency that navigates the continuous shift in public, media and industry relations in music, nightlife, entertainment and cultural spaces. Over the course of her career, Greenberg has led notable campaigns in rock, pop, rap, and electronic music spaces. From major festival launches (including Coachella’s ground-breaking early years) and specialty GRAMMY campaigns to album and single releases, she brings unparalleled experience to her clients.
Thomas Valentino, Esq. provides strategic counsel and legal advice to entertainment executives, music publishers, media and tech companies, recording artists, songwriters, producers, managers and business entities. A regular commentator on the SiriusXM morning show FEEDBACK, offering unique breakdowns of complex and controversial legal cases affecting the entertainment industry. Instructor at the Berklee College of Music on Music Publishing and Copyright.
Dr. Tom Zlabinger is an Associate Professor of Music at York College / CUNY in New York City, where he has taught popular music performance and directed the York College Band since 2003. He holds a B.A. in music from Grinnell College, an M.A. in jazz performance from Queens College / CUNY, and a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the CUNY Graduate Center. His dissertation, FREE FROM JAZZ: The Jazz and Improvised Music Scene in Vienna after Ossiach (1971–2011), explores the development of jazz and improvised music in post-1970s Austria.
Here is what people had to say about the 2019 Hudson Valley Music Summit!
“It was a great experience for me flying all the way from Nigeria to attend this summit, meeting great exec’s and connecting with the industry from a different perspective. I learned quite a few things and met great minds in the music industry, I would love to come back for more of this the next time it comes up.”
Muna Martin
“It was great to meet inspiring music industry executives, managers, entrepreneurs and exciting artists in the Hudson Valley. I’m very much looking forward to next year’s event and continuing to engage the outstanding regional community.”
Joe Conyers
“There is a camaraderie that is already springing up among people who attended the Hudson Valley Music Summit, because people who have a radar for exciting, new events feel a kinship with other early adopters.”
Daddy Stingray
“After the panel, I connected with several amazing and inspiring people, especially when it came to music education and advocacy, and I went home ready to take on the world and new adventures with the new connections I had made. “
Tracy Bonham Fine
“I was quite impressed with the depth and breadth of the panelists and the topics of discussion. All the more so given that this was the first year of the event. It was a true summit. I can’t wait to hear what’s in store for 2020…”
Dean Budnick
“It’s heartwarming to see young musicians, that are as starry-eyed for success as I was when I started, getting solid guidance from highly respected music business experts.”
Dennis Dunaway
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