The social and political role of curators and programmers

DISCUSSION GROUP | Friday 26 September 2025 | 15:00 – 16:30 | Castello Svevo, Sala Federico II

How do our curatorial choices navigate the complex social and political landscape of today? This discussion group will delve into the responsibilities we hold in shaping our programmes, fostering partnerships and creating space for artists. We’ll explore how to cope with political tendencies, how we can facilitate discussions, and how we can ensure our programming is accessible to diverse audiences. Join us to collectively consider how we can empower artists through our programmes and engage communities through the power of music. We will not find all the answers, but we can certainly try.

With:
Moderator: Marzio Scholten (Jazz International Rotterdam / RAUW, Netherlands)