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What do a Veena (Indian string instrument), Dizi (Chinese flute), and Oud (Malay guitar-like instrument) have in common? 🪕🎻🎸 An orchestra that celebrates Singapore's multiculturalism! 🎶 This is what the Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO) is all about – a symphony of diverse cultures expressed in sound. Our precious sound is also shared with the younger generation to preserve multicultural music. Here's how ACSO plays a special role in promoting multiculturalism in Singapore. #TemasekFoundationReport2023 #DoGoodWellTogether

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐭. 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰: 𝑳𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: St. Lucia is a sovereign island country situated in the eastern Caribbean Sea on the boundary with the Atlantic Ocean. It's part of the Lesser Antilles. 𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒍: The capital city of St. Lucia is Castries, which is also the largest city in the country. 𝑳𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒖𝒂𝒈𝒆: English is the official language of St. Lucia, but a French Creole known as Saint Lucian Creole French (Kwéyòl) is widely spoken among the locals. 𝑷𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒔: St. Lucia is famous for its iconic twin volcanic peaks called the Pitons, Gros Piton and Petit Piton, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 𝑪𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆: The culture of St. Lucia is a mix of African, French, and English influences, reflecting its colonial history. Music, dance, and festivals like the Saint Lucia Jazz Festival are integral parts of its cultural identity. #stlucia #citizenshipbyinvestment #globalcitizenship

Language and culture share an extraordinary bond. Let's explore unique cultural practices, festivals, and traditions associated with different languages around the world. 1- Japanese Tea Ceremony (Sado): This traditional practice emphasizes grace, mindfulness, and the appreciation of tea as a means to connect with oneself and others. 2- Brazilian Carnival (Carnaval): Experience the contagious rhythms of samba and witness the spirit of unity and celebration that sweeps across the nation. 3- Irish Celtic Harvest Festival (Lughnasadh): This harvest festival honors the bounties of nature and showcases traditional music, dance, and storytelling, reflecting the deep connection between people and the land. 4- South Korean Lunar New Year (Seollal): Families come together to pay respects to ancestors, share festive meals, and participate in traditional activities like ancestral rites, games, and the making of delicious rice cakes. Share with us your favorite cultural practices or festivals from around the world in the comments below. #LanguageAndCulture #CulturalPractices #GlobalHeritage #FestivalsAroundTheWorld #CelebratingDiversity #LanguageMatters #SharedExperiences #EmbraceTraditions #CulturalConnections

So I was thinking... As I embrace getting "more smarter" with age, I've come to realize that celebrating life is essential, don't you think? And what better way to celebrate than by immersing yourself in the festivals of the city, ah? Anyways, life's too short no to celebrate. And if you start from this May in Kaunas it will not be possible to stop :) So if you are looking for an electrifying way to spice up your season, look no further because Kaunas has got you covered! 💃🎉 Starting from May it's a perfect time to skip work and visit with those living nearby. So, if not on May, then any other time during the summer, Kaunas looks forward to welcoming visitors from neighbouring countries and residents (of course) announcing a summer programme perfect for weekend getaways and celebrations. So why should you make Kaunas your destination for celebration this season? Let me count the ways that sounds interesting to me: - Neighbours day. Calling out to all our Latvian, Estonian, Polish, Lithuanians and other neighboring friends – Kaunas is eagerly awaiting your visit. Let's celebrate together! - Kaunas's Birthday (a Medieval city with a DJ spinning your favorite tunes :) ) - Musical festivals (including an electronic music extravaganza and the iconic 100-year-old song fest). - Ed Sheeran coming (got your ticket yet? there are only a few left for the second concert on August 4th). - Sting with my Song tour is also on my plans :) And much moooore: I leave the article prepared by Kaunas IN about celebrations in a comment and let's meet up in any concert, festival or picnic and be smart to feast life. Contact me if you decide to come, or need some more info. #destinationforcelebration #kaunas #kaunastic #celebrate

The Estonian song festival, Laulupidu, has taken place every five years for over 150 years. It is one of the largest choral events in the world and involves almost all of Estonia. The festival embraces the power of singing, which has become a national symbol for Estonia, especially in the most troubling of times. Read more in the article by Isabelle de Pommereau in our latest issue 'The Western Balkans. A Bridge from Europe to Europe?' https://lnkd.in/datN5wFy

What can you learn from a cab driver? As many cab passengers know, there are many Ethiopians driving cabs in the U.S. Recently a driver was playing jazz and I asked if he picked up the habit here in the U.S. "No. I started with Ethiopian jazz?" Yes, there is such a thing. Searched it and on Youtube found a great story you just cannot make up. As most know, Armenians suffered genocide in WWI creating a global dispersed diaspora of survivors. Armenia was big on brass bands and a group moved to Ethiopia bringing music, culture, cuisine and other ideas. During the early part of the 20th century (1930's) Ethiopia began experiencing a cultural renaissance, and jazz became a prominent part of its musical landscape. Ethiopian jazz, characterized by its unique blend of traditional rhythms with modern influences, gained international recognition. Some musicians headed to London and then New York before and during WWII and after. Cities like New York, with its rich jazz history, benefits from influence of various diaspora communities, including Armenians and Ethiopians. The jazz genre embraces diverse influences, and musicians from different cultural backgrounds contributing to the evolving soundscape. The global nature of diaspora communities means cultural elements, including music, travel across borders. This open connectivity can lead to new vibrant and fun relationships. I see this as the resilience of humanity and something we can all aspire and embrace. #humanity #jazz #music #love #peace

Embark on a musical voyage that explores the profound connection between Africa's rich cultural heritage and its chart-topping hits today. From traditional instruments to ancient melodies and folklore, discover how African artists ingeniously weave heritage into contemporary music, creating a unique fusion that resonates globally. Key Takeaways: • Cultural Appreciation: Delve into Africa's diverse cultural heritage and its impact on contemporary music. • Tradition Meets Modernity: Explore how African artists seamlessly blend traditional and modern music, creating a unique global resonance. • Preserving Heritage: Learn about the importance of preserving Africa's musical legacy for cultural identity and pride. • Business Prospects: Uncover untapped opportunities in heritage-inspired music, from music tourism to education and collaborations with local artists. • Global Collaboration: Explore the potential for cross-cultural partnerships, amplifying Africa's cultural music on the global stage. @edkeazor insights will underscore the significance of preserving and promoting Africa's musical traditions while revealing exciting business prospects. 🎵🌐 You don't want to miss out! #AfricanMusic #CulturalHeritage #AfricanMusicSummit #AMS

It's moments like these that make me extremely proud of working for The Tribe Group and Al Multaqa. The past few months have presented significant challenges for AlMultaqa and Tribe, especially with the unforeseen conflict in Sudan occurring just a few hours after hosting our largest event there (& 2 days after hosting our series of events). This unexpected turn of events disrupted our annual plans (at group level and business level), which also resulted in the largest Afro-Arab Harmonic Orchestra scattered around the globe. However, in a remarkably short span of time, and despite all the bottlenecks we continue to face, AlMultaqa has been dedicated to the task of revitalization, reestablishment, and resilience. Thanks to the commitment of our entire team and the full support received from The Africa Institute, we have managed to overcome these challenges. The below video is just one milestone among many yet to come, and I am personally proud of every individual who contributed to this achievement. Being part of such a dedicated team fills me with joy. I would also like to extend our appreciation to the team at Tribe, who have worked tirelessly day and night to ensure our communications and videos are prepared, the atmosphere is set, and our operations are up and running (I would list them, but the list is too long). This experience reaffirms the value of hard work, the strength of teamwork and power of strategic partnerships. #teamwork #partnerships #culture #creativity

💃🕺 Tango: More than a Dance, a Symbol of Argentine Identity. Learn how this passionate art form reflects the soul of Argentina and its people. Dive into the story here: https://smpl.is/8h81r Tango, as the article notes, is not just a dance but a complex cultural phenomenon, embodying the history, struggles, and aspirations of the Argentine people. The article quotes a tango expert, emphasizing its role in expressing the "unspoken feelings" of Argentines. #ArgentineTango #CulturalSymbol.

💃🕺 Tango: More than a Dance, a Symbol of Argentine Identity. Learn how this passionate art form reflects the soul of Argentina and its people. Dive into the story here: https://smpl.is/8h81t Tango, as the article notes, is not just a dance but a complex cultural phenomenon, embodying the history, struggles, and aspirations of the Argentine people. The article quotes a tango expert, emphasizing its role in expressing the "unspoken feelings" of Argentines. #ArgentineTango #CulturalSymbol.