Santiago’s Espacio París will host the inaugural Women in the Music Industry summit on Saturday, April 11, at 5:30 p.m. The free event aims to build networks and foster dialogue among female and non-binary professionals working across the Chilean music sector.
Organizers Karolina Guajardo and Fernanda Schell designed the program to highlight the diverse roles women hold in the industry, from production and cultural management to journalism and archive research. The summit features panel discussions, acoustic performances, an independent-project fair, and a photography exhibition.
Rethinking the Industry Narrative
The event addresses two core themes: labor conditions and historical documentation. The first panel, moderated by Guajardo, focuses on professional development, networking, and the realities of working in the music business. Panelists include cultural manager Pía Muñoz, artist Talulah Neira, conceptual artist Veroferk, and singer Reina Minerva.
A second panel examines who shapes the history of music. Filmmaker Susana Díaz, journalist Javiera Tapia, and cultural manager Alejandra Fritis will discuss the importance of writing and documenting musical narratives. Fernanda Schell will moderate this session.
The afternoon’s musical lineup features acoustic showcases designed to reflect identity and cultural resistance. Performers include glam rock artist Luxiana, the poetry-music project Descargo y Maleficio, and singer-songwriter Angelika LLankamil, who blends rock with traditional Mapuche sounds.
Attendees can also visit the exhibition "La Música es Femenina I," which displays 15 portraits of artists from various regions and genres. This collection serves as a visual archive aimed at documenting the presence and contributions of women in contemporary music.
Guajardo and Schell created this summit to promote critical reflection on the industry's current state. By fostering collaborative networks, the organizers hope to strengthen the sector through a more inclusive lens.
