Sunday 23 November, 14:30

Curator’s Tour and Guest Talk “Afrosonica – Soundscapes”

Discover “Afrosonica – Soundscapes” with Madeleine Leclair and Nelly Pontier. This immersive sound exhibition delves into the role of music and sound in African societies and their diasporas, highlighting sound’s power to inspire, communicate, connect, and convey knowledge and emotions. It’s a unique opportunity to listen and engage with the creators of the exhibition.

Afrosonica – Soundscapes is an immersive exhibition exploring the deep cultural significance of sound and music in African societies and their diasporas. Through historical and contemporary perspectives, it highlights the power of sound as a bridge between memory, identity, and transformation. Featuring a diverse collection of instruments, archival recordings, and contemporary installations, the exhibition invites visitors on a multisensory journey where music connects the past and present, the human and the spiritual.

In French.

Boulevard Carl-Vogt 65,
1205 Genève
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Photo Credit: © MEG /N.Seguel

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