Pau Casals International Symposium

Objectives

• Scientific dissemination: fostering reflection on the current state of research regarding the musical and humanistic legacy of Pau Casals’ work.
• Raise awareness of the various initiatives that, under the name of Pau Casals, promote cultural and social activities.
• Strengthen coordination, connections, and collaboration across the entire Casals network.
• Encourage the presentation of studies and research on the life, legacy and values of Pau Casals.
• Promote the international projection and cooperation of initiatives aimed at preserving and advancing Pau Casals’ musical and humanistic legacy.
• Disseminate the contributions and outcomes presented trough these initiatives.

Purpose

The Pau Casals International Symposium is an initiative whose primary aim is to share knowledge and present new research, projects, and ongoing activities related to the musical and humanistic legacy of Pau Casals, both nationally and internationally.

The Symposium is conceived as a triennial meeting point for projects, professionals and institutions to showcase projects and activities, foster wider dissemination, and encourage collaboration and coordination. The possibility of establishing a network-based coordination mechanism will also be explored.

The programme of each edition will include the presentation of new research, discussions, and initiatives aimed at strengthening coordination among musical events, heritage sites, and other activities related to Pau Casals’ legacy. In this regard, the Symposium is expected to feature research project presentations, round tables, workshops, dialogues, and musical activities.

With the support of the Entidad de Gestión de los Artistas Intérpretes o Ejecutantes de la música (AIE).