Little Different Sounds | Music workshops for kids and young people
East of Culture – Different Sounds (6-9 July, Lublin) goes beyond concerts, films, exhibitions, and discussions. It also offers special workshops for children and young people, which this year are part of the celebrations for the European Youth Capital Lublin 2023! Łukasz „Siwy” Staniewski will teach older participants the art of beatboxing, while Magda Dubrowska will assist them in creating their own song. They can also record a music video and receive guidance from Belarusian artist Alena Hrybianchuk in designing graffiti. Younger participants can join music workshops inspired by Edwin Elias Gordon’s Music Learning Theory, create their own sound cards with recordings of creatures they design, and build new instruments based on a book by Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka. Mark your calendars for July 6th to July 9th, 2023, as Lublin becomes the vibrant host city for the 16th edition of Different Sounds and its 10th iteration as part of the East of Culture project, a collaborative effort between the National Centre for Culture and three cities in eastern Poland: Lublin, Białystok, and Rzeszów. This remarkable endeavour is made possible with the generous support of the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage.
Little Different Sounds
Little Different Sounds is an educational programme that runs alongside East of Culture – Different Sounds. Its purpose is to introduce children and young people to various musical genres and demonstrate that music is a vast cognitive territory that offers ample opportunities for engaging play. All workshops are hands-on and designed to enhance the creative potential of participants.
Little Different Sounds include “Let’s Plays! Workshops, organised by Kultura Enter Foundation with the support of the city of Lublin.
Programme
Let’s play! | ukulele
Join in on the musical fun with the oldest ukulele school in Lublin! These workshops are for everyone who wants to try their hand at playing this cheerful, four-string instrument. An experienced instructor will guide participants through the fascinating world of this small but versatile instrument. Regardless of age or musical skill level, every family member can participate in the workshops and experience the magic of the ukulele.
Instructor: Łukasz Rzepecki
Details
When: 6.07 2023, 11.00–12.00
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 5a – medialab, 1st floor
For: children aged 3-6
Sign up: via online form available at differentsounds.eu. Admission is free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Music&Art | Music graffiti
Under the guidance of Belarusian artist Alena Hrybianchuk, participants will design and create graffiti inspired by performers appearing at this year’s edition of the festival. Alena Hrybianchuk is known for her murals in Lublin, such as the one located at Chrobrego 18.
Instructor: Alena Hrybianchuk
Details
When: 6-7 July 2023, 16.00–20.00
Where: Błonia near the Castle
For: young adults aged 16+
Sign up: via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission is free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Loop Lublin – record a banger with what you already have & make a music video!
During four sessions, vocalist Magda Dubrowska will teach participants how to create an original and well-sounding musical composition from scratch using minimal resources, inexpensive instruments, or music makers and applications. With the guidance of the instructor, participants will build simple instruments, record their samples, come up with a beat and melody for the song, write lyrics, and record vocals. Additionally, participants will take part in the „Make a Music Video!” workshop, where they will record a music video as part of the event.
Instructor: Magda Dubrowska
Details
When: 6-9 July 2023
6 July | 13.00-17.00 | Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 5a – auditorium – 2nd floor
7 July | 12.00-16.00 | Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 5a – medialab, 1st floor
8, 9 July | recording studio
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin
For: young adults aged 16+
Sign up: via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Toolbox – How to talk about music? | Music speaks the language of wanderlust and paints dreams of journeys
Join us on a magical journey! Participants will be transported to a hot desert, visit jumping hippos, and discover where parrots fly. They will go wherever their imagination takes them. The workshops will be conducted in the spirit of Edwin E. Gordon’s Music Learning Theory. During the sessions, children’s musical listening skills will be stimulated through singing in various tonalities and musical styles, as well as rhythmic activities in unconventional metres. In these workshops, the voice is the instrument – you won’t hear pre-recorded playback from a speaker. The session will take the form of a playful musical improvisation, accompanied by fluid movement, colorful props, and the wide smiles of the instructors, Magdalena Nejbauer and Małgorzata Kożuchowska-Panek.
Details
When: 6 July 2023, 11.00 – 12.00
Where: Workshops of Culture, Grodzka 5a – auditorium, 2nd floor
For: children aged 0-2
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission is free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Music & Art: Wooden Mobile: Create and Decorate Wind Chimes!
These creative workshops provide children and young people with the chance to immerse themselves in the world of nature and create beautiful wooden mobiles. They will use tree trunks as a base to make wind chimes, which will not only be a creative activity but also an opportunity to explore sounds and natural beauty. After creating the mobiles, participants will discover the sounds produced by the wind chimes and experiment with their arrangements to achieve different sounds and harmonies. It’s a time to explore the rhythms of nature and the harmony that can be found in the environment around us.
Instructors: MAB & JOA
Details
When: 6 July 2023, 11.00–13.00
Where: Workshops of Culture, Grodzka 7, workshop room – ground floor
For: children and teens, aged 7-16.
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission is free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Vocal workshop – beatbox
The participants will collaborate to create a beatbox song, guided by experienced beatboxer Łukasz „Siwy” Staniewski! He will show participants how to navigate the world of rhythmically created sounds using speech organs such as the mouth, tongue, larynx, throat, and diaphragm. Whether it’s percussion sounds, bass lines, or animal noises, participants will explore them during the session. Instructor: Łukasz „Siwy” Staniewski.
Details:
When: 7 July 2023, 16.30-18.30
Where: Workshops of Culture, Grodzka 5a – auditorium 2nd floor
For: young adults aged 16+
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Music & Art – Snicker Snouts
This workshop will focus on creating installations based on sound recording cards called „Creatures with snicker snouts” that produce sounds. What kind of creature will you create? During the workshop, children will make a gallery of various muzzles and mouths. After imagining and naming their creature, each participant will share what their creature likes to eat, where it lives, and whether it is big/small, young/old, etc. In the end, everyone will record their creature’s sounds on the sound module, creating a unique choir.
Instructor: Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka
Details
When: 7 July 2023,11.00–12.30
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 7, workshop room – ground floor
For: children aged 6-10
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Percussion Playtime for Young Artists – Build, Play, Create!
Does your child enjoy experimenting, creating, and exploring the world of sounds? If so, these workshops are perfect for them! They will have the opportunity to build their own percussion instruments, such as drums, maracas, and rainsticks, using their creativity and manual skills. After creating the instruments, participants will become part of a spontaneous orchestra! Together, they will discover the world of sounds, rhythms, and emotions, inspired by the artworks of renowned artists. Children will have the chance to create unique melodies and rhythms while collaborating with other participants. These workshops are an excellent way to foster imagination, creativity, and teamwork. Enroll your child for an unforgettable musical experience where they will become the creator of their own melody!
Instructors: MAB & JOA
Details
When: 8 July 2023, 12.30-14.30
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 7, workshop room – ground floor
For: children aged 6-12
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Listening to Music – A tale of Stringed Instruments
Discover the captivating world of string instruments and their unique sounds and intriguing stories! From violins and electric violins to mandolins and guitars, there is a wealth of possibilities waiting for music enthusiasts. If you’ve always been curious about the secrets behind these beautiful instruments, now is your chance to explore them in depth. Skilled instructors will guide you through the history, construction, and diverse range of sounds that can be produced by these instruments. You’ll have the opportunity to appreciate their beauty and explore the melodies and harmonies they can create.
Instructor: Wschód Kultury Association – Maksymilian Wosk
Details
When: 8 July 2023, 11.00–12.00
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 7 – patio
For: children aged 5-12
Sign up via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
Music & Art | Talking Heads
Join our workshop on creating installations using modules for recording audio greeting cards. Imagine creating an installation featuring talking heads – self-portraits that whisper about themselves for 30 seconds when opened. What secrets will they reveal? What desires will they share with passers-by and strangers? Will the listener carry those thoughts further into the world and share them with others? This workshop will provide you with the tools and guidance to bring your creative vision to life.
Instructor: Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka
Details
When: 8 July 2023, 11.00-12.30
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 7, workshop room – ground floor
For: children and young people aged 11-18
Sign up: via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limited, submissions are processed in the order they are received
Instrument Building Workshops – Trutu-tutu
Join our workshop inspired by the book „Orkiestra” / Orchestra by Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka (published by Albus) and explore the exciting world of instrument-making! During the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own unique instrument from scratch. Once your instrument is complete, we’ll march together like members of a wind orchestra, with our self-made instruments, producing sounds together. Get ready for a fun-filled experience of creating and playing music! Fwit fwoo, tra ta ta ta! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to unleash your creativity!
Instructors: Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka
Details
When: 9 July 2023, 11.00-12.30
Where: Workshops of Culture, Grodzka 7, workshop room – ground floor
For: children aged 2-5
Sign up: via online form available at differentsounds.eu, admission free, the number of places is limired, submissions are processed in the order they are received.
The Musical Playground: Let the music play and your imagination sway!
The Musical Playground is a place where extraordinary musical installations await you! Here, you can experiment with sound and have a great time with unusual instruments that are sure to provide endless fun. The playground is open to everyone who loves music, not just the youngest among us. Come and explore the world of music in a playful and exciting way at the Musical Playground!
Details
When: 6-9 July 2023, 14.00-00.00
Where: Błonia near the Castle
Admission free
East of Culture – Different Sounds
East of Culture – Different Sounds is most of all a music festival. The musical acts scheduled to perform at the event are: Ladytron – the legends of the British electronic scene, Stian Westerhus – a Norwegian guitar virtuoso, Nuha Ruby Ra – a rising star in Britain’s contemporary music scene, To Rococo Rot – the legends of the German music scene blending electronic music with live sound, the Italian masters of poetic vibe Dead Cat in a Bag. You can also catch live shows by Whispering Sons with their unique blend of experimental and frenetic post-punk, the Estonian duo Bedless Bones, combining – among others – dark wave, industrial, and electro elements, the Canadian duo Miesha & The Spanks, bringing a powerful fusion of garage rock, grunge, and punk, and the German project Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys, exploring genres such as psychedelic folk, ambient punk, and art pop. We will hear excellent Polish bands – Szorstkie, Tuleje, and Atol Atol Atol as well as Contemporary Noise Ensemble, who are making a big comeback; Jakub Skorupa, whose career is on fire; phenomenal young groups like ta Ukrainka and Kisu Min, as well as the jazz-blues band Koń. Our eastern neighbours will be represented by projects from the alternative scene: the jazz band Hyphen Dash and the electronic music artists The Lazy Jesus and Monoconda.
This year’s edition of the event offers a diverse range of exhibitions and literary modules. Attendees will have the opportunity to admire the photographic journeys of Sofia Yablonska – a pioneer of Ukrainian photography, feminist, and documentary photographer, as well as posters by Dominika Czerniak-Chojnacka, glass plate negatives by Leopoldyna and Edward Janusz, and an exhibition of book covers published as part of Wschodni Express. The literary module of the festival will feature premieres of six books by authors such as Aušra Kaziliūnaitė, Kristiina Ehin, Lena Kudaeva, Polina Pogonceva, Oksana Savchenko, Ilya Kaminsky, and Lamed Shapiro. Book launches will be accompanied by discussions related to the books’ themes and the socio-cultural context in which they were created.
East of Culture – Different Sounds is also proud to present an exciting lineup of film screenings. Join us for a cinematic journey filled with diverse stories and captivating emotions! The festival will feature four films: „Songs About Love” directed by Tomasz Habowski, „Stop-Zemlia” directed by Kateryna Gornostai, „Soul” directed by Pete Docter, and „The Silent Twins” directed by Agnieszka Smoczyńska.
Stay tuned for upcoming announcements, including workshops and discussions tailored for music industry professionals.
East of Culture – Different Sounds
6-9 July 2023
Błonia near the Castle, Lublin
Admission free
More information about the festival can be found at en.innebrzmienia.eu and http://www.wschodkultury.eu/
East of Culture – Different Sounds 2023 – Organisers:
The Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, The National Centre for Culture, the City of Lublin, Workshops of Culture in Lublin. The festival has been granted honorary patronage by Krzysztof Żuk, the Mayor of Lublin, and is part of the programme of European Youth Capital Lublin 2023. As a member of the Keychange network, our festival is committed to promoting gender balance in the music industry.
