The logo of IAML 2026 incorporates symbols that reflect the depth and diversity of musical culture, while also honouring the host city.
The White Tower, a historic monument and a widely recognised emblem of Thessaloniki, evokes the city’s layered past and evolving identity.
The inclusion of the F-clef, a fundamental element of Western music notation, highlights the conference’s commitment to musical literacy, preservation and scholarship.
The Chamele (χαμηλή), drawn from Byzantine music notation, represents a descending melodic movement. Its presence in the logo acknowledges the Eastern musical tradition and its profound historical ties to the region.
Together, these three elements create a visual identity that reflects the conference’s mission of bridging historical and contemporary practices, East and West, through music and knowledge.
