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Don’t miss this transformative experience
The Sphinx Organization brings you the largest and longest-standing global convening dedicated to excellence and inclusion in classical music, SphinxConnect:Ignite! on January 23-25, 2025. With over 30 sessions designed to inspire and ignite action and spark collaboration, the participation of more than 90 speakers, keynote addresses by luminaries and trailblazers, and much more: you won’t want to miss this transformative experience!
We look forward to welcoming attendees to the Detroit Marriott Rennaissance Center for an enlightening experience designed to inspire action and ignite collaboration.
To reduce barriers to access, SphinxConnect 2025 will offer both in-person and virtual attendance options. All sessions will be streamed, recorded, and uploaded to YouTube following the convening unless noted otherwise in the schedule.
Join us in Detroit
Why should you attend?
Learn from transformative conversations from trailblazers and luminaries in the classical music industry.
Connect with like-minded artists, arts administrators, funders, students, arts advocates, exhibitors, and more.
Experience the Sphinx Competition, the Sphinx Organization's flagship event, and the world-class Sphinx Symphony Orchestra.
Who should attend?
SphinxConnect is designed for everyone passionate about the future of classical music! Whether you’re a musician, educator, arts entrepreneur, an advocate, arts administrator, funder, or student, there is something for you at SphinxConnect! Through innovation, spirited exchange of ideas, and artistic presentation, we aim to inspire our communities, encourage collaboration, and ensure a vibrant future for our sector.
Check out these highlights from our 2025 convening!
Visit Sphinx’s YouTube channel for more session highlights from past convenings.
See what our community had to say about our 2025 convening!
"SphinxConnect Ignite provided an invaluable opportunity for me to connect with like-minded creatives, fostering a sense of community and offering a wealth of information."
— Krysta Hyppolite
Cellist
"Attending SphinxConnect for the first time was a transformative experience that left a profound impact on both my personal and professional journey in classical music. Beyond professional development, SphinxConnect had a deep personal impact. It gave me a sense of belonging and reaffirmed my passion for music."
— Rachel “Ray” McFarlane
Composer, Berklee College of Music
