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The Industrial Revolution forged the world's first modern city, which will launch the world's first international festival of original new work - created by leading artists from across the spectrum of popular culture, innovation and the arts.
Drawing from the city's pivotal role in music, the festival programme will have a focus on new music - premiering work by established and emerging international musicians. In step with the city's history, the Festival will also focus on the important issues and stories of our time, through debates, film and new commissions.