Benefits of music on mental health to be celebrated at world conference

Guests at an event to promote this year's World Music Conference Credit: Photo: Irfan Tahir

The positive benefits of music on mental health and well-being will be the focus of this year's third annual World Music Conference.

Singers, musicians, dancers and artists from across the globe are expected to attend to celebrate the rich diversity of global music.

Academics, health professionals and representatives from some charities will also be there to discuss the wider benefits of music and performance.

A new addition this year is the Midlands Youth Ambassadors for Music initiative to showcase young people's musical talents.

The World Music Conference will take place at Aston University in Birmingham on Friday 8th November 2019.