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The Lahore Music Meet (also known as Lahore Mehfil-e-Mauseeqi) is a two-day event dedicated to the celebration and critique of music in Pakistan. It is scheduled to happen on the 4th and 5th of April 2015 at the Alhamra Arts Council in Lahore, Pakistan.

Description
The LMM is aimed at creating a dialogue in Pakistan regarding music in all spheres of life, including academia, business and the industry. It will cover all issues and factors which have plagued the arts in Pakistan with a special emphasis on music. Special guests, artists, academics and composers will be called for the different events in order to contribute to the overall themes of the festival. According to their official website:

"It is meant not just for the hopeful musician but for any individual related to music in any way. The provision of such a platform is of critical necessity in encouraging the sharing of experiences and aspirations, the reclamation of production and performance spaces, the appreciation of the sociological contributions of music and efforts to preserve social narratives and critiques embedded within neglected forms of music. It is hoped that such dialogue provides much-needed impetus to processes which could potentially revitalize the dynamics and perceptions of musical activity in Pakistan and abroad. LMM proposes to provide a platform for all activities pertaining to music performance, enterprise, education and academia to take place with the ultimate goal of encouraging talents and fostering relationships between individuals within the music fraternity.

By providing such a platform, we hope to revitalize the reputation and perception of music within the country, and the perception of Pakistani music abroad."

Panel Discussions:
The main aim of LMM is to inspire discourse and debate regarding music which can best be done through panel discussions. Allowing musicians, music critics and those who are part of the music industry to engage in hour-long discussions relating to specific topics including the role of women in the music industry, the dichotomy between the record labels and the artist and several other imperative discussions.

Workshops:
LMM believes in innovation in music education. Workshops provide music educators with a unique opportunity to engage with a wide range of interested individuals to explore topics that inspire and enrich the musical experience.

Story-telling sessions:
These sessions provide an opportunity for those who have been part of the industry to share their experiences and ideas. This mode of discussion allows for a greater deal of interaction with the artist and the chance to gain some insight into the workings of the music industry.

Music Mela:
The Music Mela provides a space for instrument-makers and music educators to set up booths to display their goods and services. As quality instruments and music education are difficult to acquire, the Music Mela will LMM feels it best to provide a space for those who are interested to reach out to those who can provide the relevant instrument services.

Live Performances:
LMM proposes to invite musicians and performers who will be able to consolidate the discussions in the day-long events. These will range from folk musicians to classical musicians to contemporary musicians from almost any genre.

Networking Sessions:
Musicians, producers and industry/corporate representatives rarely get the chance to discover new talent or engage with each other to create new waves of music. LMM provides a platform through where like-minded individuals can recognize talent and work towards creating more musical opportunities.

External links:
The LMM official website

The LMM official Facebook page

The LMM official Twitter account

The LMM official Instagram account