The London International Music Show 2008

Vox pops filmed at the end of education day.

The MIA talked to the industry and asked them what they wanted in a show. The biggest request was for one big show instead of many smaller shows. LIMS is a new show and a brand new format being launched in a tough economic climate.

What a great effort by all the exhibitors - the quality of the show is really good - attendance so far has been better than expected and there are lots of ideas for how we could do more next year.

It is great to see so many parts of the industry, instruments, equipment, education etc., coming together and giving us a show we can be proud of. Many of us have been to Frankfurt and Namm and seen the buzz that these shows create and many have asked “Why can’t we create this buzz in the UK?”.

Well we have done it. The show is a credit to all involved and all who have supported it. Finally we have a chance to really fly the flag for the UK music industry.

Rob Castle President Music Industries Association and Managing Director Korg UK.

Nearly the end of the first ever Education Festival at London International Music Show, and time for some reflections, praise — and challenges — from those who’ve attended. Nick Howdle of the Music Manifesto has an interesting question — let us know what you think.

“Interesting afternoon, good to see education issues being discussed under the same roof as instrument sales though we’ve some way to go on linking the two better. How, in future should we do that?