Rocking the City: Berlin Project Gathering Lullabies in 24 Diverse Languages
Global Initiative Gathers Soothing Melodies in Twenty-Four Diverse Languages within Berlin - International undertaking gathers soothing nighttime melodies in over two dozen linguistic variations across the globe, labeled as "Berlin Lullabies Project."
Hey there! Got a scoop for ya about a super cool project happening in Berlin that's all about harmony and unity. It's called "Berlin Snoozes In" - a brilliant idea launched by the Berlin Music Council that's been gathering steam. A representative from the Council chatted with the Press Agency and said, "It's truly heartwarming to see people coming together, sharing their voices, engaging in meaningful conversations, and inspiring each other at these sessions."
Since the project kicked off in February, they've already managed to collect lullabies in 24 freakin' languages, including Afrikaans, Arabic, English, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Turkish. That's right, 24 languages! The latest gathering was during the Carnival of Cultures.
A whopping 55 people have joined in so far, and the demand is sky-high, with German being the most popular language, says the rep. Only four lullabies have been repeated, showing the diversity of the participants.
The project is expected to run until the end of the year, and the next lullaby session is slated for June 28th during the Long Night of Sciences. You can even record yourself at home using an online tool if you can't make it!
The project is part of something bigger called the Year of the Voice, where the voice is chosen as the nationwide instrument of the year 2025. In Berlin, they're celebrating with concerts and workshops.
The primary aim of "Berlin Snoozes In" is to gather, save, and share this treasure trove of lullabies in the Ethnological Museum for public access. They're also planning an online platform to digitally share the songs and host workshops alongside the action.
Now, here's the fun fact - the project is one of the most successful initiatives by the Berlin State Music Council, garnering tons of media attention and massive popularity[1]. Although we don't have the specific details on the project's content and format, it's safe to say it's a large-scale, collaborative event centered around music and community engagement. It could also focus on shared experiences and the power of music to bring people together[1].
In the vein of fostering collaboration and unity, "Berlin Snoozes In" initiative, part of the Year of the Voice, encourages participants to engage in various vocational training sessions on the online platform for digital music production and web design, as a means to create, save, and share the collected lullabies with the wider community. Additionally, the project's endeavors extend beyond music, offering lifestyle, home-and-garden, and entertainment workshops to further enrich participant experiences and emphasize the importance of diversity and connection in Berlin's multicultural society.
