Mike Block, Balla Kouyaté, and Edward Pérez
Thursday, October 30 at 7PM (in the Camden Opera House)
Topic: SOFT POWER — The Musical Ambassadors of Silkroad
What better way to demonstrate the impact of cultural exchanges than actually to experience this form of “soft power” in action. A trio of Silkroad musicians of different cultural backgrounds will present a concert for our Mid-Coast Community. Silkroad is an organization established in the 1990’s by cellist Yo Yo Ma to “advance global understanding, deepen learning, and promote cross-cultural collaboration.” The performance by Silkroad musicians, Mike Block, Balla Kouyaté, and Edward Pérez will provide a clear demonstration of the powerful impact when different cultures work together. Ben Hartley, the Executive Director of Silkroad, will introduce the trio and speak about the work of Silkroad and its global impact.