Creation Summit
The flagship international summit for artists, writers, and producers
Create internationally — collaborate deeply — leave with work that’s ready for what’s next.
IAH Creation Summit is our application-based flagship program — a curated, high-output gathering where creators from different countries come together to write, record, and build lasting creative relationships.
This isn’t networking. It’s a real creative ecosystem — with sessions, culture, and a framework that turns brand-new collaborations into songs that can actually move forward.
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The cornerstone
Equal-share collective creation + one publisher = real next steps
Every Summit is built around an open-format collaboration agreement signed by all participants — and the core idea is simple:
Anything created during the Summit is owned in equal share by the full cohort.
Not just one song, not just one session — everything written during the Summit is treated as true collective creation.
This structure is intentional. It removes friction, reduces split negotiations, and encourages a culture where participants can create when the moment is right — not when the paperwork is perfect.
What that enables
- Creators are encouraged to move organically between sessions and collaborate freely
- Participants can take leadership roles naturally — producing, toplining, arranging, directing, supporting
- Feedback becomes a shared responsibility — supportive listening and creative honesty are part of the culture
- Momentum stays high because the room stays open — and the best ideas win
Why the single publisher matters
The agreement assigns a single administering publisher to the compositions created during the Summit so the catalog is organized and commercially ready for next steps. That means the work can move toward release, pitching, and commercialization without getting stuck in administrative limbo.
How Summit days feel
A rhythm built for flow
Creation Summits are structured for momentum — but never rigid. The Summit format is designed for:
- Open rooms and fluid collaboration
- High-output creation blocks
- Group listening and real-time feedback
- Culture and community experiences that inspire new ideas
- A shared mindset: contribute when the mood is right — and support others when it’s their moment
This is a program for people who value both craft and community — and who show up ready to help make the entire cohort better.
Proven results
Past Summits: Guadalajara + Bali
Guadalajara 2023
A two-week summit that brought together an international cohort and delivered real output — with culture and community built into the creative rhythm.
Highlights
- Two-week summit that brought together 9 artists from Finland, Estonia, Mexico, and Canada
- 15 songs written and recorded across multiple genres.
- The experience also included cultural music activities — including workshops in pre-hispanic music, son Jarocho, and cultural experiences from the Jalisco region.
Bali 2023
A 10-day creative sprint in a world-class environment — combining daily studio flow with cultural programming and unforgettable community energy.
- Two-week summit in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia that brought together with writers joining from Canada, Australia and Indonesia.
- 20 songs written and recorded across multiple genres.
- Participants described it as a powerful creative stretch — including collaborations with local culture such as a workshop with a Balinese Gamelan Orchestra.
- One participant reflected on the pace and range of the work: “I still can’t believe we put together 20 songs in 10 days…”
Bali Summit — sample itinerary (real program flow)
Below is a sample of the Bali Summit format — showing the pace, the session flow, and how culture was integrated into the week.
Arrival + Day 1 (Ubud)
- Arrival to Ubud with direct transportation pickup to the IAH Studio Villa
- Morning meet & greet breakfast with team-building
- Group arrival at the studio villa, split into groups, establish production goals
- Afternoon stem printing + transfer to mixing engineer + group listening
- Evening studio continuation + peer listening + nightlife optional
Creation days (repeatable flow)
- Studio opens; new groups start new productions
- Mid-day stem transfers to mixing engineer before lunch
- Evening transfers + listening party + critique with peers and mixing engineer
Culture integrated into the week
- Semara Ratih Gamelan Orchestra concert at Ubud Palace
- Cultural music workshops at Semara Ratih Gamelan Studio
- Day off + optional group outings
- Meet & greet with Wahana Music Indonesia and Bali Music Awards reps
Closing days + recap event
- Production revisions with direct collaboration with the mixing engineer
- Transfer project files and assets; discuss playlist goals and release/sync direction
- Recap party with local industry partners + listening session of Summit productions
Who should apply
Creation Summit is for creators who:
- Want to collaborate internationally and build real creative relationships
- Can thrive in an open, respectful group environment
- Are excited by collective creation — contributing, supporting, and rotating leadership naturally
- Are ready for a structured week of high-output sessions — without rigid rules
Artists, writers, producers, musicians and hybrid creators are welcome.
Application process
Creation Summit is application-based so we can curate the right mix of people, skill sets, and creative chemistry.
Typical flow
- Apply
- If shortlisted, we schedule a short call
- Final selections confirmed + you receive your Summit prep package
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FAQs
How do splits work?
All works created during the Summit are shared in equal ownership across the full participant cohort — true collective creation.
Can I move between rooms or sessions?
Yes — participants are encouraged to flow organically, collaborate freely, and contribute when the moment is right.
What does “leadership” look like in this format?
Leadership is fluid — producing, toplining, arranging, directing, engineering support, and feedback all emerge naturally based on the room and the moment.
Who administers publishing?
The Summit uses a single administering publisher so the catalog is organized for next steps. Details are shared during the application process.
What happens after the Summit?
The Summit catalog is organized for next steps — release planning, pitching, and commercialization — with a structure that keeps momentum moving.
Ready for the next chapter?
If you’re looking for a serious international creative experience — with real output and a culture built on collective creation — apply for the next IAH Creation Summit.
