Shain is a globally recognized thought leader at the convergence of music, culture and urban policy. This is showcased in his debut book, This Must Be The Place: How Music Can Make Your City Better, due out on Repeater Books on September 12, 2023.
Shain has defined a new way to think about the value of music in cities and places and through it, influenced over 130 cities and places to invest in music and culture as founder and executive chairman of Sound Diplomacy and founder and executive director of the not-for-profit global Center for Music Ecosystems.
He has authored authoritative reports on the role of music in cities, tourism, the night time economy, real estate and recovery, including the most extensive guide to music and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ever written, in partnership with the United Nations.
He has spoken at hundreds of global conventions, such as SXSW and the UN World Urban Forum and delivered the first ever TEDx talk on music’s role in cities. Shain holds a PhD from the University of London and lives in East London.
CONFERENCE – “How to Make Classical Music More Sustainable?”
Shain Shapiro will delve into the multifaceted dimensions of sustainability in classical music, offering actionable strategies and practical examples. He will explore financial, social, and environmental sustainability, demonstrating how orchestras and musicians can thrive in our evolving society while minimizing their ecological footprint. Attendees will gain valuable insights into securing a sustainable future for classical music.