We are a global music, culture and creative economy consultancy. We use research and data to demonstrate the economic and social value of the creative industries, and provide strategic planning for cities, places and communities to maximise their impact. Our work unlocks new opportunities, fosters sustainable development and builds more dynamic, inclusive environments.
Comprising of consultants and experts worldwide, Sound Diplomacy has advised over 150 clients in over 30 countries, including the public sector such as cities, municipalities, governments, and international governmental organisations, and private entities in the real estate, investment and cultural and creative sectors.
Our projects
ABBA Voyage: Impact Report
Andy Warhol Foundation: Economic Impact Assessment
Belfast: Building a UNESCO City of Music
Belize: Music Tourism Strategy
Cardiff: Creating a Music City
Chichester: Market Assessment for a Multi-purpose and Live Music Venue
City of Monroe: Monroe Music City
City of Stonecrest: Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Strategic Plan
DeKalb County: Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Strategic Plan
Cuba: Transforming Music Industry And Promoting Cultural Development
Delaware: Creative Economy Advancement & Tourism Expansion (CREATE) Plan
Earls Court: Redefining The Vision For A Cultural District
Fiji, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands: Advancing the Music Ecosystem
Fort Worth: Economic Impact assessment of a music ecosystem
Huntsville: Launching a Music Strategy in Rocket City
Lausanne: Music Ecosystem Analysis and Strategy
Lexington: Strategy for a New Arts and Culture Venue
Malta: Music & Night Time Economy Strategy
Manchester: Co-op Live Arena Feasibility
Memphis: Citywide Music Ecosystem Strategy
Monroe: Venue Transformation Strategy for Monroe Civic Centre
Niagara Falls: Music Strategy
North Carolina: Uniting Music Cities for Economic Resilience and Growth
Pop District: Vision for a New Creative District
Puerto Rico: Music, Entertainment, and Cultural Industries Strategy
SOLT & UKT: Economic Assessment of the UK Theatre Sector
Spokane: Reviving the Jensen Byrd Building as a Thriving Cultural Hub
Sydney: Delivering Economic Assessment to Support Outdoor Concert Band Shells
Wrexham: Music Accelerator Hub Feasibility Study
Young Voices: Economic Impact and Social Value Assessment
UNESCO Southern Africa: Harnessing Arts and Cultural Festivals for Sustainable Development