WBD Access teams up with the Recording Academy® to Host Symposium to Empower the Next Generation of Music Professionals

On October 21, 2025, WBD Access and the Recording Academy® joined forces to host a dynamic, day-long symposium aimed at celebrating and empowering the next generation of music professionals. Held at WBD’s New York offices, the event convened producers, engineers, songwriters, composers, and executives for a full day of industry insight, collaboration, and inspiration.

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Beyond the Notes ... The Business of Music in Hollywood

Designed to spotlight the evolving role of music in storytelling across television, film, and digital platforms, the symposium featured a series of sessions and panel discussions led by acclaimed industry leaders.

Highlights of the day included:

  • Insightful conversations with renowned figures from the worlds of music, television, and film.
  • Interactive panels exploring how music drives narrative across multiple platforms, from traditional broadcast to streaming and emerging digital formats.

The event underscores a growing partnership between Warner Bros. Discovery and the Recording Academy to support education, inclusion, and innovation in music across all media.

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