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Casa da Música: A Beacon of Culture in Porto Casa da Música, since 2005, stands as a cultural icon in Porto. More than an architectural wonder, it's a key player in the arts, bridging cultures and generations. It offers diverse programming from classical to contemporary, reaching various audiences and fostering cultural access. Its educational and outreach efforts extend to all community sectors, promoting music appreciation and inclusivity. Known for its innovative and eclectic shows, it's a stage for premieres and global collaborations, showcasing resident groups like Orquestra Sinfónica, Remix Ensemble, and Coro Casa da Música. These groups highlight the institution's artistic breadth and excellence. Casa da Música is more than a venue; it's a cultural ambassador, enriching Porto's society and uniting people through music. Its role in culture, education, and social integration underlines the power of the arts. We invite all to explore Casa da Música for a memorable cultural journey. #classicalmusic #porto

🎶 United we stand! The Barcelona model for musical cooperation 🎶 The ECHO directors met in Barcelona at last week at the Palau de la Musica Catalana and L'Auditori for the General Assembly. Beyond the tourism industry, Barcelona shines as a beacon of cultural vibrancy, where collaboration among cultural institutions - L'Auditori, Fundació Orfeó Català - Palau de la Música Catalana together with Fundació del Gran Teatre del Liceu and many others - takes center stage and provides a virtuous example for other cities. Here's a glimpse into the inspiring initiatives fostering unity and access to music within the city's cultural landscape: Apropa CULTURA: A groundbreaking program that aims to make culture accessible to all, fostering partnerships between cultural venues and social organizations to ensure inclusivity and diversity in audience engagement. https://lnkd.in/gf-xKyyY Cultivadora: A platform dedicated to coordinating the educational programmes of the main cultural institutions of the city, for the benefit of professionals and audiences.https://lacultivadora.cat/ Vibe35: collaborative effort to offer a trans-venue concert programme at an accessible price to people under 35  https://vibe35.cat/ Barcelona Obertura: The festival, organised by the three classical music pilliars of the city, aims to position Barcelona as a European capital of classical music and brings concerts in unusual and scenic venues such as the "Concert a la Platja", a spectacular initiative that brings symphonic music to Barcelona's shores, transforming its beaches into vibrant venues for live performances with the stunning vista of the Mediterranean. https://lnkd.in/grEshNdg Through these collaborative projects, Barcelona's cultural institutions are not only enriching the city's cultural tapestry but also forging connections, breaking barriers, and promoting accessibility and inclusion. Together, they are weaving a story of unity, creativity, and inclusivity that resonates far beyond the streets of Barcelona. #BarcelonaMusic #CulturalCollaboration #CityofMusic #accesstoculture

Júlia Pusker reflects: “The unforgettable impact of audience connection on my Rising Stars tour” The most memorable moments from my Rising Stars tour have all revolved around the audiences. The people that attend these concerts exhibit incredible curiosity and openness to what we present to them, creating a truly unique experience where the communication through music feels even more vivid and reciprocal. As a performer, my purpose is to share what I find particularly meaningful about specific musical pieces and conveying that emotion to the public. Over the past six months, I've found myself not only giving but receiving an abundance of energy from the audiences. Their enthusiasm and presence serve as a real source of inspiration for me to continue on this journey. In your opinion, what makes a live performance truly unforgettable? #ECHORisingStars #Classicalmusic #LiveMusic

ECHO is thrilled to announce that Bar Avni has been honored with the ECHO award at La Maestra Paris 2024! 🌟 Alongside this recognition, we are proud to give a special mention to Olha Dondyk, whose remarkable talent and promising career we are excited to follow closely. The award was handed on this year by Abigail Pogson, co-chair of the ECHO committee with Louwrens Langevoort, and Marie-Sünje Schade, Anna Harasimowicz, Rui Pedro Pereira, Fredrik Andersson. ECHO has been a strong supporter of La Maestra Paris since the beginning, embodying our shared commitment to shaping a brighter and more equal future for the music sector. As a group, we are dedicated to continuous progress, as we embark on the collective journey to pave the way for future generations of female conductors. Looking forward to the next edition of the competition in 2026! Konserthuset Stockholm / Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra Kölner Philharmonie The Glasshouse International Centre for Music Casa da Música NOSPR Konzerthaus Dortmund ARTE Philharmonie de Paris Paris Mozart Orchestra Saskia de Ville Anais Smart Claire Gibault Association Française des Orchestres France Musique #femaleconductors #lamaestra24

B:Inspired with Birmingham’s B:Music   How does one team look after two very different, but equally exceptional venues?   Town Hall was built in 1834, and in contrast to the great civic buildings of its time, was designed to hold public meetings, concerts and entertainment rather than a centre for civic administration. The historic stage has hosted the famous and infamous throughout its life, from Felix Mendelssohn and Charles Dickens, who gave the first public readings of his novel A Christmas Carol in 1853, to Queen Victoria who visited in 1858. Mrs Pankhurst and Lady Frances Balfour addressed Birmingham’s active and increasingly militant women’s suffrage societies from the stage and later Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Black Sabbath & Led Zeppelin all played the iconic venue.   The cities younger hall, Symphony Hall, was opened in 1991 with Sir Simon Rattle and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra giving the first concert. From the moment the first notes were heard it was clear Birmingham had commissioned a masterpiece. It was described by the Sunday Times as “an acoustic triumph” and by the Daily Telegraph as “the best concert hall in the country”, a claim Symphony Hall can still justify – a pin dropped on stage can be heard in every one of its 2,000 seats, a fact that we demonstrate regularly!   Top international performers from all walks of musical life have stepped out onto the Symphony Hall stage including Van Morrison, the Vienna Philharmonic, Gary Barlow, Joan Armatrading, Bruce Springsteen, Ravi Shankar, Liza Minnelli, Brian Wilson, Grace Jones and Cecilia Bartoli to name drop just a few.   So how does B:Music manage two very different venues, creating memorable, uplifting, transformative experiences for solo piano impresarios and rock gods alike?   By employing a team from all walks of life who are absolutely, unapologetically and deeply, deeply passionate about live music.   Whether they studied at the conservatoire or had a life affirming moment dancing with strangers at a music festival, whether they’re front of house, back stage, in the kitchen or the office, the B:Music team want every single person who comes to one of our 800+ live events each year to B:Wowed, B:Inspired and B:Transported by the experience.   Because that shared moment, surrounded by people who are passionate about the music being played, that speaks to our hearts, also speaks to our souls. All parents know babies respond to music but we forget that nearly all human cultures have shared music since their infancy. The bringing together of people to share music and dance is a tradition deep within our psyche, and one that B:Music is proud to give life to every single day.

💚📢 ECHO is thrilled to announce that last month, we were awarded our SHIFT Eco-Certification for Cultural Networks! 🎉 A year on from the pilot, Creative Carbon Scotland have announced that fifteen networks, including ECHO, have proudly achieved their certification. Each network has implemented the mandatory guidelines in their own network organisation, participated in peer audits with their fellow participants and attended a combined development workshop in Brussels. 🎂 Congratulations to all participating networks! Europe Jazz Network, Res Artis - Worldwide Network of Arts Residencies, REMA - European Early Music Network, Aerowaves, IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts, Culture Action Europe, ENCATC, Circostrada, Opera Europa, ELIA, European Music Council, On the Move, ASSITEJ International, IMC - International Music Council, European Dance Development Network

Have you ever been to a concert in the Lyon Auditorium, home of the Orchestre National de Lyon (ONL) ?   In 2021, ONL had the terrific opportunity of working with Rone, a very talented artist from the electronic scene. After 6 sold-out concerts in the Lyon Auditorium and the Philharmonie de Paris, Rone released L(oo)ping : the album’s live recording with ONL.    L(oo)ping was also made into a feature-length film which premiered in French movie-theaters in June 2023. The film's director, Louise Narboni, captured Rone’s breathtaking performance with the orchestra and blended it with an impressionistic world dreamt up by five dancers inside the Auditorium-Orchestre national de Lyon. The building is an icon of France’s Brutalist architecture, much like the Barbican in the UK.   Follow the music, and let it guide you through the Auditorium’s 400m² of stage, alongside ONL’s 104 musicians, and in and around the venue’s prestigious organ built in 1878.   In March, conductor Robert Ames will lead the London Contemporary Orchestra and bring L(oo)ping to the UK audiences at the Barbican Centre.   Watch the ‘L(oo)ping’ film by ARTE and Walter Films: https://lnkd.in/exK-Q-2S #lyon #classicalmusic #cinema

Amazing kick off of the Metavenues project today at SPOT Groningen! Thanks to Komodal for guiding us through amzing discoveries of new (and old) technology!

Did you know that on this day 42 years ago, the Barbican Centre and their concert hall was officially opened to the public by Queen Elizabeth II? Since then, their concert hall has presented thousands of incredible classical and contemporary musical performances including many from their resident orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra. What are some of your favourite performances that you have seen at the Barbican's iconic concert hall? You can find more out about the Barbican and their programme here - https://lnkd.in/eBJFYWU For more information on the Barbican's opening see - https://lnkd.in/etYehukm Photo credit - Peter Bloomfield from the Barbican construction in 1979 and opening in 1982.