MIDEM 2006 - The World's Music Market Celebrates 40th Anniversary in Cannes, France

CANNES, France (www.midem.com) - On Monday 23 January a day of special events and festivities will mark the 40th anniversary of MIDEM - the World's Music Market in Cannes, France. 9,300 music professionals from 92 countries will meet for another five days of profitable meetings. They'll discover new sounds and services, explore business opportunities, learn about tomorrow's industry, make deals, enjoy live music and party. If your business involves music, this is where you'll find it.

MIDEM attracts independent and major record companies, music publishers, online & traditional distributors, live music professionals, A&R executives, agents, producers, promoters, import/exporters, manufacturers, service companies, retailers, attorneys and rights organisations. You'll find just about every single music genre represented at the market, with specialised sections for Classical, Jazz, Electronic and Urban.

This quality of participants makes it a magnet for music buyers from other fields and industries, including technology, advertising, video game companies and film and TV producers. MIDEM also attracts the world's radio, print, online and TV media.

Admission includes full access to: the tradeshow floor; the MIDEM online database; the MIDEM conference programme (not including the MidemNet Forum); concerts, showcases and recitals; networking events, clubs and lounges; and to parties and receptions throughout the show's duration.

MIDEM, The World's Music Market, is held every January in Cannes, France. MIDEM is the largest international gathering of music-related industry professionals, who come together to conduct business, develop international relations and keep abreast of the latest industry developments.