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Now is the time to book your trip to Miami and experience the ultimate conference week for the dance music industry. Full WMC schedule here. Friday, 3/24/2006 9:00AM - 6:00PM Registration Opens 12:00PM - 6:00PM Poolside Mix Sessions (Live DJs) 3:30PM The Producers Forum The Florida Chapter and Producers & Engineers Wing of The Recording Academy® in conjunction with WMC present "The Producers Forum". Saturday, 3/25/2006 9:00AM - 6:00PM Registration Opens 12:00PM - 5:00PM Exhibit Area Opens 12:00PM - 6:00PM Poolside Mix Sessions (Live DJs) 12:30PM Production & Technology Speak with the industry's technical gurus on subjects concerning new developments in hardware, software, outboard gear, digital production, home studios, and multimedia applications. 1:00PM 21st Century Marketing & Revenue Streams Maximize the value of your catalog by taking advantage of new media opportunities; ring tones, gaming, film, TV advertising and other ground breaking markets. An informative discussion geared toward the artist and advertiser alike. advertising, market trends and ethical reporting. 1:30PM Music and Media With so many media formats out there today, getting publicity and making headlines can be tricky. Topics include everything from traditional formats to blogs, market trends and ethics of media. 2:00PM The Art of the Deal What do labels want? How do I contact the right people? What kind of demo package are label reps looking for? How do I leverage today's new technologies to increase my chances of getting signed? These questions and more answered by knowledgeable and well seasoned professionals in the industry. 2:00PM - 4:00PM WMC 2006 DJ Spin Off Check out the raw skills of the most underground DJs in the world. DJs battle for first place in two separate categories. Having specific and rigid criteria, DMC judges will decide who has what it takes to own first place. 2:30PM Demo Listening Workshop THE REALITY CHECK! Top industry A&R representatives and producers critique your demo. Preconfirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as "fillins" or in the case of a "no show". 2:30PM Songwriting, Publishing & Copyrighting The administration of music does not need to be a hassle. But it IS a process. If you are a songwriter or a publisher, or a self-published songwriter, this panel is for you. Topics include: the art of composition, contracts, legal challenges and the industry issues relating to intellectual property. 3:00PM Women Behind the Wheels DJs, Producers, Executives, Singers and Songwriters all without the Y chromosome. They are the Queens of the Turntables, Divas on the Dance floors and the Duchesses of the Deal. 3:30PM Marketing Dance & Electronic Music Veterans and entrepreneurial neophytes discuss the keys to the continued relevance and survival of Dance Music in the US and around the world. 4:00PM The Road to Independence The Indie Music scene is alive, kicking, and getting stronger every day! An alternative route for todays musician Topics include: Digital distribution, marketing, Promotions. Sunday, 3/26/2006 10:00AM - 6:00PM Registration Opens 12:00PM - 5:00PM Exhibit Area Opens 12:00PM - 6:00PM Poolside Mix Sessions (Live DJs) 12:30PM Music Law and Finance Valuable advice from the industry's leaders in contract law and finance. Topics include: finding the right lawyer or accountant, negotiating a contract, protecting your creative and intellectual property. 1:00PM International Licensing and Distribution Requirements and regulations that span across political and cultural boundaries. The realities of doing business outside your home territory. Topics include licensing trends, legal issues, monetary exchange rates, internet, digital downloads, independent and retail distribution, sales tracking, etc. 1:30PM DIY (Do It Yourself) Self promotion strategies, distribution, booking, and press relations. How to take your act to th…