- event type:WOMEX 24 Conference Session
- date:25 Oct 2024
- time:12:00 - 12:45
- city/area:Manchester
- venue:Conference Room 3, Manchester Central
- country:United Kingdom
- event posted by:Piranha Arts
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Chaired by
Waqas Almas (Pakistan/United Arab Emirates), Silent Roar Media;
with
Sharmin Sultana (Bangladesh), Chirkutt;
Riju Tuladhar (Nepal), Echoes In The Valley / Kathmandu University / Kanta dab dab
The session explores the dynamic scene of the South Asian music community beyond the powerhouse that is India, focusing on Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal. The panel examines the unique micro-ecosystems of these countries, their range of festivals, international collaborations, and their rising prominence in the region.
Speakers will highlight Pakistan's music industry making waves globally, with artists performing at prestigious events like Coachella and winning Grammy awards. They will also discuss how ongoing economic turmoil is pushing creatives to create more impactful music and art than ever.
Nepal's rich musical traditions and thriving live music scene, featuring festivals such as Grasslands and Echoes in the Valley, among others, will also be explored.
For Bangladesh and its diaspora, music flows through the soul of its youth. Capturing the world's attention through creativity and a diversity of genres in music and participating in conferences, festivals, among other international platforms, bands, independent artists and music professionals are making their mark on the global stage.
This session aims to shed light on this burgeoning multi-million dollar industry about to break through.