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Guest post by Randi Zimmerman of the Symphonic BlogConferences are the ultimate place to meet tons of people in the industry and be surrounded by like-minded individuals looking to learn a thing or two from the best in the business.Find yourself falling behind on the ins and outs of this booming genre or simply want to network more? It’s time to hit up a Latin music focused conference and get acquainted with professionals who can provide you with insights into the industry that you can’t find anywhere else.These are the Top 10 Latin Music Conferences in the Industry:Primavera ProWhere: Barcelona, SpainPrimavera Pro is an iconic 5 day conference that happens every year in Barcelona. With expert panelists and upcoming artist showcases, attendees get a ton of information and necessary tools to help you thrive in the music industry. As the strategic point of cultural exchange between Europe, North America and Latin American countries, this inclusive conference is the ideal place to learn about the future of the music industry.

via Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images for BillboardLatin Alternative Music ConferenceWhere: New York, New YorkThis six-day event provides vast networking opportunities for leading artists, label executives, journalists, managers, marketers, retailers and programmers alike. In past LAMC events, over 1,000 industry leaders have come together at the Stewart Hotel to participate in industry panels, showcases, exhibitions, press conferences, and networking. At this conference, you’ll find some of the biggest Latino names from all aspects of the entertainment industry.
via LAMCNew Latin WaveWhere: Brooklyn, New YorkNew Latin Wave is more than just a cultural festival. It opens up a much needed conversation about Latinx and Latin American contributions and identity in the US. New Latin Wave is the ultimate resource for discovery into the Latin community, whether you’re a part of it or not. What started off as a series of panels, discussions, and concerts, is now a one-day festival made up of a series of ten events brought together by over 1000 people for performances, screenings and talks by Latinx artists, creators, and thinkers in the fields of art, cinema, gastronomy, journalism, literature and music.BOmmWhere: Bogotá, ColombiaThis September, the 8th edition of Bogotá Music Market (BOmm) is going down in Colombia’s capital to showcase new artists while giving them a platform to perform, learn, and network with industry professionals and music biz big wigs. Those who are committed to giving a voice to these up and coming musicians, like record labels, distributors, radio stations and artist management companies galore, will be in attendance.

via 6AM GroupSonarWhere: Barcelona, SpainTo keep the electronic music vibe going, this conference/festival is a huge deal for all you EDM lovers. Fans flock to Sonar for artists like A$AP Rocky, Disclosure, and Bad Bunny, but this event is so much more than just a festival. It’s also a 4 day conference that invites attendees to check out its 7th Congress of Creative Technologies, which offers over 150 workshops and masterclasses. Explore the relationship between music and the brain, the interplay of light and sound, artificial intelligence breakthroughs, and so much more.
Festival MarvinWhere: Mexico CityMore than 60 concerts with national and international talent, film screenings, art, stand-up comedy, conferences and networking, all packed into this one conference. Festival Marvin is jam packed with things to do and learn over the course of the 3 day event.Conferences offer a ton of insight into the industry straight from the mouths of the people who run it. If you’re looking to learn more about what’s happening and keep up to date with the best and brightest, music conferences are the place to be.