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29/10/2013
Consultation To Discuss L'Derry Music Legacy
The public is being invited to an open consultation session to discuss how L'Derry can "maximise the music legacy" created through its selection as the UK City of Culture 2013.
The consultation is to be held in St Columb’s Hall on Wednesday 6 November to "reflect on the key music events and projects of the City of Culture for the past ten months and examine how the city can continue to reap benefits of these events and projects to ensure we maintain a strong legacy in the City of Song," a statement from Derry City Council said.
Mayor Cllr Martin Reilly said: "We are extending an invitation to anyone who is interested in having their say on what they want to see as part of the music legacy for City of Culture. We all want to ensure that the city’s rich musical heritage and exceptional music talent is further embraced and promoted on the international stage.
"The scale of the events that were hosted in the city this year has been phenomenal, starting the year with The Sons and Daughters Concert, a concert made up of homegrown talent, the city hosted music event after event; the Fleadh Choeil, Music City, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, Walled City Tattoo and just last weekend I witnessed the closing ceremony of a memorable International Choral Festival, all this and of course the huge educational Music Promise programme, has provided a range of events and initiatives for everyone to get involved.
"The successes of 2013 are already been seen in the growth of tourism, business opportunities and capital investments as well as many artists, musicians and communities gaining opportunities to participate. We are looking forward towards the final chapter of 2013 and on towards a 2014 year that will build upon the achievements of the work that has been done in showcasing our city, its people and talent to a new audience."
Oonagh McGillion, Director of Legacy with Derry City Council, added: "We have had an exceptional year not only for musical performances but also for educational and community engagement projects. The opinions of the public are the key to success of the overall Legacy Plan and it is vital that they are part of each stage in the design of the Plan.
"In attendance will be a range of stakeholders with their ideas of what the musical legacy should be for the city. This is our once in a lifetime chance to make the most from this fantastic opportunity but we need the support of the local community to ensure we reap the benefits fully from the City of Culture and have a music legacy that will benefit future generations."
(IT/CD)
The consultation is to be held in St Columb’s Hall on Wednesday 6 November to "reflect on the key music events and projects of the City of Culture for the past ten months and examine how the city can continue to reap benefits of these events and projects to ensure we maintain a strong legacy in the City of Song," a statement from Derry City Council said.
Mayor Cllr Martin Reilly said: "We are extending an invitation to anyone who is interested in having their say on what they want to see as part of the music legacy for City of Culture. We all want to ensure that the city’s rich musical heritage and exceptional music talent is further embraced and promoted on the international stage.
"The scale of the events that were hosted in the city this year has been phenomenal, starting the year with The Sons and Daughters Concert, a concert made up of homegrown talent, the city hosted music event after event; the Fleadh Choeil, Music City, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, Walled City Tattoo and just last weekend I witnessed the closing ceremony of a memorable International Choral Festival, all this and of course the huge educational Music Promise programme, has provided a range of events and initiatives for everyone to get involved.
"The successes of 2013 are already been seen in the growth of tourism, business opportunities and capital investments as well as many artists, musicians and communities gaining opportunities to participate. We are looking forward towards the final chapter of 2013 and on towards a 2014 year that will build upon the achievements of the work that has been done in showcasing our city, its people and talent to a new audience."
Oonagh McGillion, Director of Legacy with Derry City Council, added: "We have had an exceptional year not only for musical performances but also for educational and community engagement projects. The opinions of the public are the key to success of the overall Legacy Plan and it is vital that they are part of each stage in the design of the Plan.
"In attendance will be a range of stakeholders with their ideas of what the musical legacy should be for the city. This is our once in a lifetime chance to make the most from this fantastic opportunity but we need the support of the local community to ensure we reap the benefits fully from the City of Culture and have a music legacy that will benefit future generations."
(IT/CD)
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