SIMM-posium : DAY 3

Organized by SIMM (Social Impact of Music Making) every year since 2015, this international research platform is bringing together experts from the fields of musical practice and research once again. The 10th SIMM-posium will take place at Bozar, this time in a close collaboration with the Chair Jonet / CESAMM of the University of Ghent. Delegates are warmly encouraged to join in person in Brussels, even though online presentations will also be accommodated where necessary, and the event will be live-streamed.

On Wednesday 26 November, the morning sessions will focus on the skills needed by socially engaged musicians, focusing on improvisation, intergenerational creativity, and the roles of the artist/educator. Afterwards, the field will be critically questioned by SIMM co-founders Brydie Bartleet, Geoff Baker, and Lukas Pairon, who will discuss the conceptual foundations of social music practices. The day will be brought to a close by means of sessions highlighting the interaction between participatory music projects and formal institutions, while offering a critical look at the pedagogical and political potential of socially engaged research on participatory music practices.

Organising partners : SIMM, Leerstoel Jonet/CESAMM
Hosting partner: Bozar
This event can be enjoyed live at Bozar or via our live stream. ​​​​​​​

Discover the programme here.