WAR DIVIDES, MUSIC CONNECTS
We use music as a tool to build connections, foster empathy and shape communities.
Studies have shown that music is a powerful tool that can influence behavior, shape culture and strengthen social bonds.
We use music as a means to address the needs of societies divided and affected by conflict.
Mission
To use the power of music to bridge divides, connect communities, and heal the wounds of war.
Vision
To inspire people worldwide to engage as peacemakers and use music to transform lives.
How We Work
Music is an integral part of human nature. It has the potential to connect and bring people together. We use music as a tool to alleviate the disastrous effects and causes of war and mass violence, collaborating with organizations and change-makers globally so together we can:
Create long-term programs that respond to the true contexts and
needs of people’s lives
Train musicians and community leaders to effect nonviolent change
Advocate for peace
On the ground, this can sound like rock music, Burundian drumming, rap music, a cello sonata, or a stick hitting the bottom of a bucket. It’s not up to us to decide what the music will sound like. Our role is to create access to music-making that is guided by our Working Principles of safety, inclusion, equality, creativity, and quality. This approach opens a musical space that enables people to communicate and share. It defines how we work.
Why Music?
CALIFORNIA SPEAKING TOUR
January 28, 2020
28-30 January, 2020
Director Laura Hassler will be speaking at the following events in Santa Rosa, California:
January 28: Friends House, 684 Benicia Drive, Santa Rosa. 7.15 p.m. (open to public)
January 29: Sonoma State FYE (First Year Experience Program)
12.1 p.m. lecture for first year students
4-5 p.m. moderator informal roundtable with students
Evening: Sonoma Bach Saints Peter and Paul Church, Santa Rosa 7 p.m. (open to public)
January 30: Santa Rosa Rotary Club (closed event)
In celebration of World Wide Music Day on June 21st, iZotope provided the Rwanda Youth Music program with a Spire Studio, so they can do multitrack, wireless recording and capture audio anywhere.
This International Peace Day, we are excited to share with you the song, “Umwana n’Inkundi” (All Children are Equal), performed by Rwanda Youth Music.