The birthplace of The Beatles is only the second city in the UK to receive the title, alongside Glasgow, which earned the accolade in 2008.
UNESCO said that alongside music’s integral place ‘in the heart of the city’s life’, it showed commitment to a ‘clearly defined’ music, education and skills initiative for youngsters.
Judges also said it's a ‘haven for music’ with events such as International Music Festival, Sound City, Creamfields and Psych Fest, and they noted the importance of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra to the city’s musical fabric.
Mayor Joe Anderson said: ‘Liverpool is renowned for its musical influence and this status is the ultimate, and appropriate, accolade for a city which lives and breathes music.’
A further 10 cities around the world have been given the title, including Kingston in Jamaica, the home of reggae.
UNESCO said that alongside music’s integral place ‘in the heart of the city’s life’, it showed commitment to a ‘clearly defined’ music, education and skills initiative for youngsters.
Judges also said it's a ‘haven for music’ with events such as International Music Festival, Sound City, Creamfields and Psych Fest, and they noted the importance of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra to the city’s musical fabric.
Mayor Joe Anderson said: ‘Liverpool is renowned for its musical influence and this status is the ultimate, and appropriate, accolade for a city which lives and breathes music.’
A further 10 cities around the world have been given the title, including Kingston in Jamaica, the home of reggae.
