A Global Showcase of Music-Led Impact! As we look ahead to the 2026 Music Cities Convention in Hull [England], we are proud to announce this year’s Music Cities Awards nominees, a global cohort of projects redefining how music shapes cities, communities, and economies.
From grassroots initiatives to city-wide strategies, this year’s nominees demonstrate the breadth and ambition of music-led development across the world.
In Category #4 – Music Tourism
Musical Getaways / Havana Music Tours (International / Based in the USA)
Musical Getaways is a musician-led cultural travel organization designing artist-centered programs that connect international participants with working music communities across Cuba, Brazil, Colombia, Spain, United States, and more. For nearly a decade, the organization has prioritized sustained collaboration, fair compensation, and long-term professional exchange within complex and evolving cultural environments.
https://www.Musicalgetaways.com
What Happens Next?
Winners will be announced on June 11, 2026 at the Music Cities Awards Ceremony in Hull, UK, during the Music Cities Convention.
Join us as we recognize the projects setting the global standard for music-led development.
Be in the Room
The Hull Music Cities Convention 2026 convenes an international network of policymakers, city leaders, investors, developers, and cultural practitioners working at the forefront of music-led development. https://www.musiccitiesevents.com/hull
June 9-11, 2026 Hull Music Cities Convention, Kingston Upon Hull, UK
The Music Cities Convention where experts, policymakers, and advocates meet to network, address problems, and develop solutions across city planning, economic development, tourism, festivals and events, real estate and community development.
https://www.musiccitiesevents.com/2026-nominees?pgid=mnpdd6c81-92a73cd6-a03d-485c-9ef4-2225bb0283e0
Last Call: Sounds of the South Tour
If this trip has been on your radar, now is the time to commit.
We’re approaching departure, and the remaining spots are limited.
Over 11 days, you’ll move through the cities that defined American music, with access to studios, spaces, and stories that go beyond the standard experience. It’s designed to give you a deeper understanding of the music, the people behind it, and how it all connects.
You’re not just visiting these cities. You’re spending 11 days in the studios, venues, and neighborhoods where jazz, rock ‘n’ roll, soul, and country came together, with the kind of context that makes it all connect when you’re there.
New Orleans, Memphis, Muscle Shoals, Nashville, and more!
Small Group — Only 8 travelers. Personal. Intimate. Connected.
Exclusive Access — Behind-the-scenes studio tours, VIP access, and guidance from someone who knows these spaces as a working musician.
Full Experience — Music, history, food, and culture woven together across the American South.
About Musical Getaways
Musical Getaways was created by musicians, for music lovers. Founded by Chaz Chambers, we design immersive travel experiences that bring you closer to the music, culture, and people of every destination.
Whether you’re jamming with local artists or exploring hidden music spots, each journey is crafted with passion and authenticity. We believe that music is the gateway to understanding a place and its people, and we invite you to join us in creating unforgettable experiences.
