2nd
Hudson Valley Music Summit
November 21, 2026
Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, NY
Navigate the Music Industry
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.
The 2026 Lineup
See all speakers →A curated roster of artists, managers, attorneys, and founders shaping the next chapter of independent music. Full lineup announced on the speakers page.
What People Say
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 — Freeme DigitalIt 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 — Chief Strategy Officer, SongtrustAfter 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 — Grammy Nominated Recording ArtistI 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 — Editor, RelixWhat a great opportunity to meet some of the best talent - both industry and artist - the Hudson Valley offers. I made meaningful connections at the Music Summit, the kind of relationships that can really sustain a music career.
Michelle Shocked — Singer SongwriterIt'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 — Founding Member, Alice Cooper BandStrategic Partners
Sponsor announcements coming soon.
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