The Social Impact of Making Music (SIMM) is excited to announce two major research events in 2025, offering unique opportunities for socially engaged practice-researchers to collaborate and share insights. Applications for both events are open until 15th April 2025.
8-9 September 2025: 11th SIMM-seminar
SIMM is pleased to return to its structural partner, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, for the 11th SIMM-seminar. This intensive 2-day seminar will bring together researchers and practitioners from a broad range of artistic disciplines, including music, theatre, performance, opera, dance, visual arts, curating, storytelling, circus, and design.
Participants will explore methodologies and share experiences related to practice-based research in social and community contexts. This unique forum aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and support the growing field of research in socially engaged arts. The seminar is co-organised by Chair Jonet (Ghent University).
The deadline for applications is 15th April 2025. See info here.
24-26 November 2025: 10th SIMM-posium
For the 10th edition of the SIMM-posium, we are delighted to return to Brussels. The event, co-organised by Chair Jonet, will feature a keynote address by Professor Lee Higgins, Director of the International Centre for Community Music at York St John University.
This symposium will serve as a key platform for discussions on the social impact of making music, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world.
The deadline for applications is 15th April 2025. See info here.
Apply Now!
The deadline for applications for both events is 15th April 2025. We encourage all those interested in the intersections of music, arts, and social engagement to apply and take part in these enriching academic gatherings.
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