Discover and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of traditional music from around the globe through Ethno! A unique opportunity for young musicians up to 30 years old!
As part of the JMI / Ethno World program dedicated to folk, world, and traditional music, Ethno was founded in 1990 and now operates in over 40 countries. It gathers musicians up to 30 years old, with a mission to (re)vitalize a global cultural heritage while ensuring the preservation of spontaneous creativity.
Ethno takes the form of international residential workshops led by certified mentors. Jeunesses Musicales Wallonie-Bruxelles is partnering for the first time. The residency will take place from August 18th to 26th, 2024, following the “Musiques et voix du monde” Festival in Huy (August 20th-25th). Participants from around the world are already scheduled for 2 concerts, one within the festival on Sunday, August 25th, and another at the Hide & Seek Festival (August 18th-24th) organized by Muziekpublique, on August 24th. Didier Mélon from Le Monde est un Village-RTBF La Première will promote this inaugural edition.
Artistic Mentors
Ernesto Calderón Dondero is a passionate folk musician. He graduated from the Instituto de Música de la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in Chile (2006). He studied accordion, percussion, and composition in Scotland, Chile, and France. He specialized in conducting with Santiago Vázquez in Buenos Aires. He contributed to the launch of Ethno Chile and has served as an artistic mentor in various Ethnos (Chile, Flanders, India, Croatia, Denmark, Sicily, Zimbabwe).
Josefien Vercruysse is a confirmed folk flutist and singer. She holds a master’s degree in flute, chamber music, and pedagogy from the LUCA School of Arts (2015). Captivated by the world of folk music since her first Ethno experience, she has participated in various editions of Ethno (Flanders, Eesti, Croatia). She teaches flute and conducts workshops.
Program
– Musical exchange: a week of sharing traditional music with participants from around the world.
– Artistic coaching: benefiting from the expertise of two mentors.
– Concert opportunities: concerts organized in collaboration with renowned festivals in Belgium.
Practical Information
– Dates: August 18th to 26th, 2024.
– Location – accommodation & workshops: Internat Val Notre-Dame
(www.valnotredame.com/fr), nestled in the picturesque site of the historic city of Huy in Belgium.
– Accommodation: comfortable double rooms. Sheets, sleeping bags/duvets/blankets, and pillows are not provided.
– Meals: all meals are deliciously prepared by the establishment’s staff. Unlimited coffee/tea.
– Instruments: musicians bring their own instruments.
Applications
– Open to all: experienced musicians, aged 18 to 30.
– Deadline: May 13, 2024.
– Participation fee: €280 including VAT, including accommodation, meals, and workshops.
– Travel and visa fees are not included.
– Visa assistance: assistance for obtaining a visa, an invitation – wb@ethno.world
– Financial support: possible through the Ethno Mobility Grant 2024 – www.mubazar.com/en/opportunity/ethno-mobility-grant-2024
apply now : https://mubazar.com/en/opportunity/ethno-wallonie-bruxelles
Contact / Information: Laura Nilges – wb@ethno.world
https://ethno.world/event/ethno-wallonia-brussels-2024/
https://www.instagram.com/ethnowalloniabrussels/
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