The 11th edition of the Carthage Music Days is scheduled to take place from October 3 to 10, 2026. As part of the event, six professional meetings have been planned, offering a platform for music industry professionals to discuss pressing issues. These meetings are designed to bring together experts and stakeholders to share insights and experiences. The event aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among professionals in the music industry.

The first meeting, scheduled for October 5, 2026, will focus on the profession of film music composers. The meeting will feature artist Salim Arjoun and the Blue Warm Records group. This session will provide an opportunity for attendees to explore the role of composers in the film industry and discuss the challenges and opportunities they face. The meeting is expected to draw a large audience of music professionals.

On October 6, 2026, the second meeting will explore the topic of artificial intelligence and music, posing the question of whether AI is a threat or an opportunity. Sami Ben Said and Ziad Meddeb Hamrouni will participate in the discussion, which will be moderated by Ahmed Amin Azzouzi. This session will examine the impact of AI on the music industry and the potential benefits and drawbacks of its use. The discussion is expected to be informative and thought-provoking.

The third meeting, taking place on October 7, 2026, will focus on the artistic journey from idea to stage. The session will be moderated by Mohamed Amin Ben Hilal and will feature interventions by Bthina Al Nabouli, Sabrine Al Genahni, Sahd Sar, and Haifa Jabs. This meeting will provide a platform for artists to share their experiences and insights on the creative process. The discussion will likely offer valuable insights into the artistic journey.

On October 8, 2026, the fourth meeting will discuss the opportunities for emerging artists in festival programming. Mohamed Ben Said and Yafa Al Saidi will participate in the discussion. This session will examine the challenges faced by emerging artists in securing festival slots and the strategies they can use to increase their chances of success. The meeting is expected to be informative and helpful for emerging artists.

The fifth meeting, scheduled for October 9, 2026, will explore the role of stage and visual direction in the music industry. The discussion will feature Nawel Eskandran, Mehdi Boubaker, and Senda Al Jebali. This session will examine the importance of direction in creating a successful live music performance. The meeting will provide a platform for professionals to share their expertise and experiences.

The sixth and final meeting, taking place on October 10, 2026, will focus on the experience of artist Riadh Fehri with interactive music. This session will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn about the possibilities and challenges of interactive music. The meeting is expected to be a fitting conclusion to the series of professional meetings.

Key points

  • The 11th edition of the Carthage Music Days will feature six professional meetings addressing current issues in the music industry.
  • The meetings will cover topics such as film music composition, artificial intelligence and music, and the role of direction in live music performance.
  • The event aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among music industry professionals.

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