The 4th International Conference on Music and Culture (ICOMAC) 2026 is an international academic forum that brings together scholars, researchers, educators, artists, composers, and practitioners to explore emerging issues in music and culture. Under the theme "Redefining Music in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Education, Performance, Industry, and Cultural Identity," the conference promotes interdisciplinary dialogue, research collaboration, and innovative perspectives while emphasizing that human creativity remains at the heart of musical expression, with artificial intelligence serving as a tool to support—not replace—the creative process