Cardiff University School of Music is a facility that has produced outstanding musicians, with its alumni boasting a wealth of legendary composers and academics. Image credit: Shutterstock.
On Saturday 22 February, musicians from across the country, including past and current staff and students from Cardiff University’s School of Music as well as concerned musicians from across the sector, will gather in a musical protest against proposed course closures, job losses and cuts.
Musicians will play in solidarity for the staff and students at the institution, who face the loss of a secure place for work, study and education.
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Cardiff University School of Music is a facility that has produced outstanding musicians, with its alumni boasting a wealth of legendary composers and academics.
The Committee of Concerned Musicians, on behalf of Cardiff University Music Students and Alumni, who are attending, say: “Collectively, we are outraged at Cardiff University’s decision to cut Music from the university curriculum, and call on Vice Chancellor Wendy Larner to reverse this decision.
“The ‘Land of Song’ needs music, art and culture now more than ever, and we call on musicians from all over to join us in protest on 22 February.”
The demo will see performances by musicians, students and alumni
The demonstration will see concerned musicians, students and alumni gather before marching up Museum Avenue to Gorsedd Gardens where the performances will continue to the public.
Date: Saturday 22 February 2025
Time: 12pm onwards
Location: Cardiff University, Main Chemistry Building, Rear Entrance, Museum Avenue
Any musicians wishing to attend are requested to register their interest on the Google form provided to allow sheet music and information about the performances to be circulated.
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