The IMC Musical Rights Awards are given to programs or projects that support in an exemplary way one or more of the five musical rights enunciated by the International Music Council, including the right for all children and adults: 1) to express themselves musically in all freedom; 2) to learn musical languages and skills; 3) to have access to musical involvement through participation, listening, creation, and information; and the right for musical artists: 4) to develop their artistry and communicate through all media, with proper facilities at their disposal and 5) to obtain just recognition and remuneration for their work.