ReConnect Brno — Bydgoszcz at an international conference in the Czech Republic

In October, Brno hosted the fourth edition of the international ReConnect conference, an event dedicated to music industry professionals – artists, managers, event organizers, club representatives, and cultural institutions. This year’s edition was also attended by Bydgoszcz – UNESCO City of Music, represented during a panel discussion on creative cities and their strategies for supporting culture and music in urban spaces.

What is ReConnect?

ReConnect is an international music conference aimed at integrating music-related communities – from artists and promoters to representatives of institutions and the creative sector. The event creates a space for substantive discussion, exchange of experiences, and building professional relationships. One of the conference organizers are Czech partners from the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of Music.

Themes of this year’s edition

During the conference, a number of issues relevant to the contemporary music market were discussed, including:

• Monetization and copyright – challenges related to the royalty system, contracts, and transparency of music data.
  
• The club and alternative scene – the importance of clubs as spaces for artistic experimentation, ways of financing and maintaining activities in difficult conditions.
  
• International cooperation and music exports – mechanisms for crossing market borders and the role of supporting institutions, such as funds and music export offices.
  
• Networking and exchange of experiences – presentation of case studies, sharing success stories and challenges that inspired further cooperation.
  

Why is ReConnect important for Bydgoszcz?

Participation in the ReConnect conference is an important element for Bydgoszcz in developing international contacts within the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. Event:

• enables direct contact with representatives of the music industry and the creation of relationships that translate into specific projects,
  
• allows for the exchange of experiences and gaining a broader, international perspective,
  
• draws attention to the needs of the entire music ecosystem – from artists to institutions and the technology sector,
  
• provides an opportunity to present Bydgoszcz as an active UNESCO Creative City on the international stage.