The project aimed to bring • a cultural showcase centered around the representation of music entanglements among Balkans and Mediterranean under the strand of migration, stating that cultures no longer have any kind of uniformity or separateness, rather they permeate one another, and are further characterized by mixtures. • an educational approach centered around the integration of music in educational settings formal and non-formal, by developing a pedagogical online toolkit including elements such as exploring historical events, examining song lyrics for poetic elements, and integrating social and emotional learning into curricula. This approach was seen as a powerful tool to establish the project as an innovative endeavor in the education field (formal, non-formal), showcasing the transformative impact of music on the pedagogical aspects of students, encompassing both cognitive and emotional dimensions. • opportunities to students to familiarize with Europe and international mobility and to unveil their artistic work, including their social and historical heritage, through live concerts during the Xanthi Music Festival.
The purpose of the project application was twofold. Firstly, the aim was to develop an educational approach/toolkit to integrate music to formal and non-formal education, to enrich cultural understanding and contribute significantly to the holistic development of students. Secondly, the project intended to offer students a unique opportunity to participate in the prestigious Xanthi Festival in Greece. This event served as a cultural space where they showcased their cultural heritage through music performances. The project was designed to address the specific requirements and aspirations of these groups: 1. Schools expressed a need for internationalization, wanting to familiarize students with Europe, promote cultural exchange through music performances and bring an international dimension to the local educational environment. 2. Civil society Organizations working in non-formal education were interested in creating innovative educational tools that bridge formal and non-formal education and integrate music in their activities. 3. Students, as primary participants, have a desire for music-cultural exchange and opportunities for international mobility.