Here is an overview from 2012:

FMM Sines 2012

We found cumbia, which has spread from Colombia along the coast, southward to Peru and northward to Mexico. We found the Thai sounds of molam music, poised to become the next hot tip among pop gourmets worldwide. We found indie pop from Hong Kong, a futuristic big band from Japan, and diverse legendary greats and new pop queens – an entire musical universe. As always, an extensive film program will accompany the concerts. There will be additional offerings for kids&teens, and the popular, pedal-powered Fahrraddisco will make its return to HKW. WASSERMUSIK 2013 says it loud and clear: the currents of the new Pacific are anything but tranquil

To get a first-hand look, read the strategy papers 2012-2016 of the Tanzanian Media Fund. Its mission to support quality journalism in Tanzania is supported by some European development agency’s.

The event, which will be held fort he fort he first time October 8-11, 2013 in the Congolese capital shall promote the country´s cultural heritage. Initiated by the UNDP consultant Clara Ines Chaves, the Carnival shall also serve as a tool to „…achieve sustainable development“.

The Carnival de Barranquilla is considered one of the most colorful carnivals in the world and has been included by the UNESCO on its „world´s intangible heritage“ list.

www.carnavaldebarranquilla.org

Fès Festival – Music Sacrées du Monde / World Sacred Music

… looking forward to the festival next week…

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How will it continue despite financial difficulties?

As much as the Carnival 2013 has been again a colorful and beautiful event in Berlin, concerns and questions has been raised everywhere -not only in the preparation to this years carnival, also during the event and afterwards. How will it continue? Will the disappearance of participating groups continue? How will it be possible to find more potential donors and sponsors, who understand the value of a multi-cultural event in the growing city; or to increase the funding in general?

The majority of visitors is just enjoying the “Volksfest” and not very much interested in the politics and existing difficulties behind the scenes. However, when I asked around during the event, it was obvious that some people had realized the decreased numbers of groups in the parade (20 less than in 2012). Should this trend continue, the main event of the Carnival may become insignificant.

So it seems to be very urgent, that the organizers find new ways to find a minimal support for all groups, in order to motivate the former and would-be groups to participate (again). Yes, it is urgent, because many of the groups are planning one year ahead to have enough time to make their costumes, to coordinate musicians or to organize a truck.

An event, which was once on the way to rise to the level of the Nottinghill Carnival in London is now in danger of falling to the importance of a local street fest. But who will step in and find new ways to revive the event ? We will observe the developments and keep you posted.