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Conference Proposal Call

International Classical Music Alliance Music Festival

July 28–30, 2025

Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA

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About

The International Classical Music Alliance (ICMA) invites musicians, scholars, educators, and researchers to submit proposals for the 2025 International Classical Music Conference. This conference provides an opportunity for professionals and emerging scholars to share their research, pedagogical innovations, and artistic projects related to classical music.

Types of Proposals Accepted

• Lecture Recital

• Presentation

• Roundtable Session

• Workshop

Conference Format & Schedule

The conference will be held from July 28th to July 30th, 2025, featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, research presentations, and networking opportunities. Sessions will be categorized as:

• Opening Session: Keynote Speakers & Panel Discussions

• Keynote Speakers & Panel Discussions: Scholarly Paper Sessions, Workshops, and Thematic Discussions

• Closing Remarks: Special Roundtable on the Future of Classical Music, Banquet, and Networking

Proposal Submission Guidelines

Interested participants must submit their proposals online through our conference portal. Proposals should include the following:

1. Name

2. Email Address

3. Resume (PDF format)

4. 200-word Biography

5. Title of Presentation

6. Abstract (maximum 350 words)

7. 200-word Presentation Description

8. Choose One Topic Category That Best Describes Your Proposal:

• Music Interpretation

• Pedagogy

• History & Lecture

• Technique

• Technology

• Others (please specify)

9. Preferred Session Length:

• 25-minute presentation

• 55-minute presentation

Additional Information

• Proposals must be submitted online by April 10th, 2025.

• Proposal decisions will be communicated by April 24th, 2025.

• Email confirmations will come from ICMA’s official email: info@articma.org.

• Presenter photos should be submitted separately from the resume.

• The presenter’s resume should focus on relevant past experience or related topics.

Conference Registration

All selected presenters are required to register for the conference. By submitting your proposal, you agree to register and attend the 2025 ICMA Conference.

Registration Fees:

• Non-Members:$175

• ICMA Members:$125

• Banquet:$50

• Dormitory Accommodation:$80/person/night

• Apartment Accommodation:$120/person/night; $150/night for two people sharing a two-bedroom apartment

• Media Magazine Post:$20 per name with a one-sentence description

2025 ICMA Membership

Annual Fee: $39

Membership Benefits:

• Discounted conference registration.

• Music Festival Observer pass.

• Membership card and certificate.

Submission Deadline & Notification

• Proposal Submission Deadline: April 10, 2025.

• Notification of Acceptance: April 24, 2025.

How to Submit

Click [Submit Proposal] to submit your proposal:

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For any inquiries or additional information, please contact:

ICMA Festival 2025 Coordination Team

Email: info@Articma.org

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Masterclass Participants:

Registration will open in early 2025, with applicants selected based on their submitted audition materials and repertoire. Masterclass slots will be limited to ensure personalized attention from the faculty.

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Conference Attendees:

The conference is open to scholars, educators, and music professionals worldwide. Proposals for presentations can be submitted through an online portal, with selection based on relevance, quality, and originality of content.