The Centre for Sound Communities is a world-class digital arts and humanities research lab at Cape Breton University.

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Joined August 2016
Celebrating Canada Day with the Sons of Membertou! Today at 4 p.m., the Sons of Membertou will perform a special concert at the @SmithsonianNMAI , closing the 2024 Smithsonian Folklife Festival. +
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For over 30 years, this incredible group has blended traditional and contemporary Mi’kmaw music. Their performance today marks the start of an exciting collaboration with @Folkways, including the reissue of their debut album Wapna’kik: The People of the Dawn. +
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Honoring the past, present, and future of Mi’kmaw culture, the Sons of Membertou are a shining example of cultural heritage and musical excellence. @cbuniversity Read more: festival.si.edu/blog/sons-of…
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We´re delighted to share the heartwarming first session of the International Council for Traditions of Music and Dance - ICTMD Dialogues 2024 “Publish or Perish? Navigating the Academic Landscape” is available on YouTube. +
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The session features CSC´s Dr. Marcia Ostashewski and Sound Communities Inc. director Graham Marshall, along participants from different parts of the world, including +
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Urmimala Sarkar (India), Arwin Tan (Philippines), Emaeyak Sylvanus (Nigeria), Kuki Tuiasosopo (American Samoa), Christian Spencer (Chile) Please click below to watch: ICTMD Dialogue 01—Publish or Perish? Navigating the Academic Landscape (youtube.com)
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The next CSTM/SCTM Roundtable Conference deadlines for application are fast approaching. The conference will be held online on May 10-11, and the deadline for applications is April 12, 2024.
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Call for Artists: Apply Now for Cape Breton University's 2025 Artist-in-Residence Program! Application submission deadline: May 31, 2024 For more information and to submit your application, visit: cbu.ca/community/artist-in-r…
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Dear friends, students and scholars,, following the 8th SIMM-posium of last November in Australia (Brisbane), the scholarly network SIMM is holding two more conferences that are currently accepting applications:
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1. SIMM research-seminar #8 on participatory opera and music theatre (Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, 9-11.09.24). Deadline for applications is April 15. Call for applications can be found here: simm-platform.eu/seminars/si…
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2. SIMM-posium #9 (Rhythmic Music Conservatory, Copenhagen, 5-7.11.24). Deadline for applications is also April 15. Call for applications can be found here: simm-platform.eu/simmposia/s…
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Final call for papers - Joint Symposium of International Council for Traditions of Music and Dance - ICTMD Study Groups!
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Join us tomorrow for a “ Tea with our elders” with Shirley Christmas, at 2 pm!
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Join us for the Grand Finale of the TransAtlantic Pilgrimage! Don't miss the chance to be part of these unforgettable moments. Gather your friends, bring your enthusiasm, and let's make the closing days of the TransAtlantic Pilgrimage truly spectacular!
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Exciting Update from the TransAtlantic Pilgrimage! The inaugural day was nothing short of spectacular, setting the stage for an incredible journey ahead! But hold on tight because the adventure has just begun!
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Weekend Extravaganza: Saturday, March 2: 📷 Les Conseils des Arts, Chéticamp 📷 5-7 p.m. Experience the magic at our Film Showcase & Music Workshop, where creativity knows no bounds! Sunday, March 3: 📷 Menelik Hall, Sydney 📷 3-5 p.m.
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Cap off the weekend with another enchanting session of Film Showcase & Music Workshop. Unleash your artistic spirit in the heart of Menelik Hall!
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Embark on the inaugural day of the TransAtlantic Pilgrimage! Location: Centre for Sound Communities, CBU Campus Dance Lecture Presentation: 1:10-2:30 p.m. Film Showcase & Music Workshop: 4-6 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!
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