HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia or Virtually from your home or work

Tentative Program

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 10–11 December 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 7 SDGs SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, 12, 16 and 17
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

10 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    The Role of Language in Music Communication
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores how language serves as a medium for communication within musical contexts. It examines the interplay between lyrics, musicality, and cultural expression.

    Track 02
    Intercultural Communication through Music
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the ways in which music facilitates intercultural dialogue and understanding. Papers will investigate case studies of musical genres that bridge cultural divides.

    Track 03
    Pragmatics of Musical Discourse
    49
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the pragmatic aspects of communication in music, analyzing how meaning is constructed and interpreted in various musical forms. It aims to uncover the subtleties of language use in lyrical content.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Language Identity in Musical Expression
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session examines how music serves as a vehicle for expressing language identity and cultural affiliation. Contributions will highlight the significance of linguistic choices in shaping musical narratives.

    Track 05
    Translation Studies in Song Lyrics
    417
    Track Overview

    This track addresses the challenges and methodologies involved in translating song lyrics across languages. It will explore the impact of translation on meaning, rhythm, and cultural resonance.

    Track 06
    Semiotics of Music and Language
    49
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the semiotic relationship between music and language, focusing on how signs and symbols operate within both domains. Papers will analyze the implications of this relationship for communication studies.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

11 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Media and Communication in the Music Industry
    912
    Track Overview

    This track explores the role of media in shaping communication practices within the music industry. It will examine how various media platforms influence language use and audience engagement.

    Track 08
    Cultural Communication through Musical Genres
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on how different musical genres communicate cultural values and social issues. Contributions will analyze the linguistic features that characterize these genres and their societal implications.

    Track 09
    Multilingualism in Music: A Global Perspective
    1017
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the phenomenon of multilingualism in music and its impact on cultural exchange. Papers will discuss how artists navigate multiple languages in their work and the effects on audience reception.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Rhetorical Strategies in Songwriting
    410
    Track Overview

    This session examines the rhetorical devices employed in songwriting and their effectiveness in conveying messages. Contributions will analyze how these strategies enhance emotional and persuasive communication.

    Track 11
    Language Education through Music
    48
    Track Overview

    This track explores the use of music as a pedagogical tool in language education. It will highlight innovative approaches that leverage musical elements to enhance language learning and communication skills.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 12 Responsible Consumption and Production 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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