# Event Details - **Event Name**: Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: A free day of music industry insights, networking, workshops, and live performances for the Pacific Northwest music community.About this EventThe Pacific Northwest's Free Music Industry Conference Returns for Its 8th Year Presented by Sonic Guild and The Recording Academy PNW ChapterSaturday, October 3, 202611:00 AM - 9:00 PMBracken Building, Shoreline Community CollegeFree Admission with RSVPFor eight years, the Shoreline Music Summit has brought together artists, producers, music industry professionals, students, educators, and music fans for a day dedicated to strengthening the Pacific Northwest music community. This free annual gathering has become one of the region's most accessible opportunities to learn from industry leaders, build meaningful connections, and discover new pathways for a sustainable creative career.Hosted by Sonic Guild Seattle in partnership with The Recording Academy PNW Chapter, the City of Shoreline and community partners, the Summit is designed for anyone passionate about music, whether you're releasing your first song, booking your first tour, producing records, managing artists, or simply looking to deepen your connection to the local music ecosystem.Why Attend?The music industry is built on relationships.Every year, attendees leave the Summit with new collaborators, mentors, creative ideas, and professional connections that continue long after the event ends.Throughout the day, you'll hear from artists, producers, industry leaders, educators, and advocates through keynote conversations, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and live performances designed to support long-term creative success.Topics will include:Audience growth and storytellingTouring and live performance strategyMusic production and recordingBuilding a sustainable careerMental health and creative longevityCommunity building and collaborationIndustry trends and professional developmentFull schedule and speaker announcements coming soon!Experience the New Bracken BuildingThe 2026 Summit will take place inside Shoreline Community College's newly completed Bracken Building, a state-of-the-art facility designed to support music, technology, and interdisciplinary learning. The nearly 50,000-square-foot building brings together music and music technology programs under one roof, creating a collaborative environment built around creativity, innovation, and community.As one of the first major public events hosted in the new space, Summit attendees will have the opportunity to experience Shoreline's newest educational and cultural hub firsthand.About Sonic GuildSonic Guild is a nonprofit organization that invests directly in musicians through grants, professional development, community programming, and career-building opportunities.Since launching in Seattle, Sonic Guild has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars directly to local artists while creating opportunities for connection, mentorship, education, and creative growth. The Shoreline Music Summit represents one of the organization's largest annual investments in the broader music community, bringing together artists at every stage of their careers for a day of learning and collaboration.Schedule11:00 AMRegistration, Coffee & Community GatheringNoonWelcome Remarks & Opening Performance12:30PMKeynote Conversation with Tony Kiewel of Sub Pop Records1:45 - 2:30PMPanel 1 - Building a Sustainable CareerBreakout Sessions -Sound Advice Legal ChatStudio Drop-In2:45 - 3:30PMPanel 2 - Audience Growth and StorytellingBreakout Sessions -TouringWomen in Music4:00 - 5:00PMLive Performance Strategy Panel5:00 - 6:00PMCommunity Networking Reception6:00 - 7:30PMSpecial Live PerformanceSpeaker, panelist, and performer announcements coming soon.Getting ThereLocationShoreline Community College16101 Greenwood Ave NShoreline, WA 98133ParkingFree campus parking will be available for attendees.Public TransitThe campus is accessible via multiple King County Metro routes and is located just minutes from the Shoreline South/148th and Shoreline North/185th Link light rail stations, making it easy to attend from Seattle, North King County, and Snohomish County.AccessibilityThe Shoreline Music Summit is committed to creating an accessible and welcoming experience for all attendees. Additional accessibility information will be announced closer to the event.Presented ByThe Shoreline Music Summit is made possible by the support of The City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, The Recording Academy, 4Culture, and BMI. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shoreline/shoreline-music-summit-2026-sonic-guilds-free-music-industry-conference/100001991482596054 - **Event Categories**: business, music, entertainment, art, conferences, storytelling, performances, workshops, it, health-wellness, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 10 hours - Location: Shoreline Community College - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Shoreline - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Shoreline Community College - **lat**: 47.7486121 - **long**: -122.3593358 - **full address**: Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Avenue North, Shoreline, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/2ebce0834361e62495bdaf604f987bdebfc9688cfba40f8ab3b715c2a7e712a3-rimg-w1200-h1853-dc030202-gmir.jpg?v=1781258734 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference being held? - **A:** Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Avenue North, Shoreline, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference? - **A:** Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference is organized by BLACK FRET. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Shoreline Music Summit 2026 | Sonic Guild's Free Music Industry Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Shoreline, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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