Explore the vibrant world of music research at the African Music Summit! 🎶✨ We’re thrilled to welcome the Black Music Research Unit @thebmru & ( Reader /Associate Professor in Music Mykaell Riley ) from University of Westminster the University of Westminster as one of our Primary Supporters. The BMRU’s mission is profound: to document and celebrate the extraordinary musical legacy of the UK's Black and minority ethnic communities. Their involvement as a Primary Supporter highlights their commitment to shaping the conversation around the intersection of culture, business, and art. 🎶💼 Join us at the African Music Summit to gain invaluable insights from their work, explore the business of music, and honour the rich heritage of the UK's musical communities. Together, let’s celebrate and innovate for the future of music! 🌍✨ #BlackMusicResearchUnit #BMRU #AMS #AMS2024 #MusicIndustry #FutureOfMusic #AfricanMusicSummit #AMusicSummit
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