16 May – 4 January

Afrosonica – Paysages sonores

The MEG, Musée d’ethnographie de Genève, showcases the immersive exhibition Afrosonica – Paysages sonores, which delves into the significance of music and sound in African societies and their diasporas. Featuring instruments, sound archives, and contemporary installations, the exhibition highlights the ability of sound to communicate, connect, convey knowledge and emotions, and evoke memories.

 

Boulevard Carl-Vogt 65,
1205 Genève
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Photo Credit: Miriam Makeba, photographie de Philippe Gras

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