Everything you need to know about the summit.
What is the Summit?
The 2022 Summit will be our fifth annual conference. DCMS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a proud history of accelerating the careers of independent musicians, with a focus on women, communities of color, and other underrepresented groups. Since 2016, DCMS has served hundreds of individuals each year at its Summit, bringing together musicians, industry professionals, and influencers to advance the D.C. creative scene.
When is the Summit?
The Summit will be held in person with some hybrid components October 14–16, 2022..
Where is the Summit?
The 2022 Summit will be at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C., located at 3500 R. St. NW, Washington, DC 20007
Where do I register?
Register here. Members get a 10% discount on three-day weekend passes - use the code on the members-only page.
We would love your support! Please complete our volunteer interest form here and email us at volunteer@dcmusicsummit.org.
Volunteer form: https://forms.gle/iJER3HTAkRGYSY166
How do I sponsor?
Event sponsors to date for the 2022 Summit include Duke Ellington School of the Arts, D.C., DC Strings, Chuck Levins, Machine Room Studio, Alchemical Records, Vetrepreneur Visions,LLC . Individuals and organizations interested in partnering with DCMS should contact sponsor@dcmusicsummit.org.
How can I vend?
Thank you for your interest in the 2022 DC Music Summit October 14–16th! We are looking for vendors who align with the DCMS's mission and community and will support the success of the Summit. Please submit a vendor request here.
What are the Covid Safety Precautions?
For your safety, we follow CDC Guidelines, please advise. For more information on covid safety precautions please see DC’s statewide health guidance here: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/healthguidance
Press?
DCMS always hopes to raise awareness about our effort, please email press inquiries here: info@dcmusicsummit.org
How to donate to the Summit?
We are currently fundraising for our 2022 Summit and Nonprofit Operations! Our annual full-day Summit event is an exchange hub of education, inspiration, solutions in support of the health and growth of the DC Music industry. You can donate online here!
Have more questions?
Please email us at info@dcmusicsummit.org with the subject line: “DCMS22 Question.”