Migrant Orchestras Project

Due to the numbers of western classical instruments being donated to MAB, we aim to initiate a Migrant Orchestra Project.

Resistance of cultural hegemony and neo-colonialism is central to Music Against Border’s objectives and this project will be undertaken with a constant awareness of cultural exchange – this means that every orchestra session will also involve the performance and exchange of music from participants’ native cultures. It will also aim to broaden our cultural understanding of classical music, giving focus to performing composers that are not widely recognised within the accepted cannon, such as those of African descent. For further information on AfriClassical music see here: http://chevalierdesaintgeorges.homestead.com/others.html 

If you are a conductor or classically trained musician and are interested in getting further involved in this project please email us with the title Migrant Orchestras Project at musicagainstborders@riseup.net