Our Artists
Music for Change has a close relationship with 12 or so artists, and an extended family of over 150. The artists are the lifeblood of the organisation. Without their skills and inspiration we would achieve very little. Their commitment, energy and focus is exceptional and a constant factor in our development and growth.
Where from?
Our pool of artists originate from many countries including Senegal, Zimbabwe, India, China, Ghana, Jamaica and the Caribbean, South Africa, Britain, Argentina, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Sierra Leone... this will soon include Israel, Ireland, Eastern Europe, Brazil and beyond.
Which art forms?
West African (djembe) drumming and Afro Cuban percussion, Indian Kathak dance, Chinese classical and folk dance, Southern African gum boot dancing, West African dance, movement, storytelling, A Capella, singing, Township Choirs, song writing, acrobatics and circus skills and more...
The Issues and Topics
Our work is often issue based or has specific aims, including cross cultural awareness, respect, community cohesion, human rights, children's rights, violence and gun crime, immigration, citizenship, millennium development goals, the environment, interdependence, arts in education, artist development, creative economy, self expression, arts based training, special needs and special education, audience development, teambuilding and management training.