ThisWorldMusic
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ThisWorldMusic is a program provider offering 1 abroad program. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Graduate Program, and Research abroad programs in 1 country such as Ghana.
HELP: The Dagbe Cultural Institute & Arts Centre, which is ThisWorldMusic's longtime partner school in Ghana, has had all of its 2020 bookings cancelled. This devastating setback leaves Dagbe without the financial resources needed to pay its dedicated staff of musicians, dancers, artists, groundskeepers and cooks during what is usually the busiest time of the year. To provide direct financial support to Dagbe's staff and their families during this difficult time, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via: https://www.gofundme.com/f/dagbe-covid19-relief-fund
ThisWorldMusic® partners with educational institutions and arts organizations to offer innovative, hands-on cultural learning experiences.
Partners include: The University of Massachusetts Amherst, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The Boston Symphony Orchestra, New England Conservatory, The University School of Milwaukee, Citi Performing Arts Center and school districts nationwide, including Memphis, TN; Oakland, CA; Providence, RI; and Worcester, MA.
Our Mission: To create a cultural bridge to West Africa through a shared love of music and the arts.
Learn more about how to study abroad in Africa with ThisWorldMusic and earn academic or professional credit from UMass.
Study Abroad with ThisWorldMusic
"A broader world perspective. Yes, it was absolutely worthwhile. It's amazing to think about the stereotypes we (Americans) have of Africa. I really appreciate the fact that I can accurately speak to those now. "
A student University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
"I gained a deeper sense of what it means to be a community - both from the people of Kopeyia and our own group of participants. It was incredible to be surrounded by people who were new to you, but 100% "there" for you. I learned many drum ensemble pieces and dances I can incorporate into my elementary music classroom. I was put..."
A student University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
"I never danced before and discovered an absolute love for it. I learned so many songs, dances and drum rhythms and still feel like there's so much there to learn. I feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to get so close to traditional Ewe music, culture and life. It was one of the most worthwhile experiences of my life and..."
Marie E Mary Immaculate College
"Im a drummer so... drummer in Ghana are the sh*t! "
santiago r Los Angeles College of Music / LACM
"cultural immersion was excellent as well as the drumming and dancing. This experience prepared me professional as a teacher to share in depth experiences with my students."
cora.lippi University of Kansas
"This is the most rewarding experience of my life to date. I will never forget the people I met and the art I created while in Ghana. This program is one of the best around not only because the experiences provided by you but because it is a chance to fully immerse yourself in a culture and live as a Ghanian not just a tourist. M..."
Dana M Temple University
"I learned that I was better at dancing and drumming than I thought I was, and I learned so much about the people and culture. Definitely worthwhile."
Hannah C Cornell College
"Yes it was, I was exposed to such a new musical and overall culture that it will effect my understanding of music for the rest of my life. "
Noor K Sarah Lawrence College
"It was an incredibly humbling experience in which I learned a lot about myself along with the drumming, dancing and singing. it was a beautiful community!"
Belinda C University of Wyoming
"This was one of the most life changing educational experiences I have ever had. The music in itself was incredible, but the real lessons I learned were about how to live my life. I learned the importance of living deliberately, how to work/live with all different kinds of people, how to develop endurance and focus, and the val..."
Katherine F DePaul University
"This trip was definitely worthwhile! I learned so much about Ewe and Ghanaian culture, I learned more about the diversity and disparity of our world, and a lot about myself and where I see my life going."
A student University of Saint Thomas
"Note: I only say I wouldn't choose the same program again because now that I have visited sites like Cape Coast Castle and the Kakum National Park, I believe that I would rather save the money for things like more private lessons or other such expenses. As far as returning to Dagbe again, I ABSOLUTELY plan to do it eventually,..."
Maria P Boston Conservatory
"Very much about music, culture, and daily life of Kopieya."
michael.rinker.75 Berklee College of Music
"I gained a lot of perspective regarding what it means to be a part of the world as a whole. I also learned that certain cultures that some may see as "primitive" are actually more in touch with the heart of things than our American culture. "
A student Santa Clara University
"I learned specific dances, accompaniments and children's games in detail so that I feel confident to share with my students. All this was done within the larger context of traveling and reading about Ghana, leading me to a respect and deeper understanding of Ghana's history, culture and people. The strength, positivity, helpfuln..."
lisa.mandelstein University of Kansas
"I learned so much about myself. My view of the world changed. I am much more aware of things now, such as what I have, what I don't have, what I need, and what I want. Understanding these things about yourself changes who you will be to the rest of the world and what you will do with the rest of your life."
Olivia B Oklahoma City University
"Experiencing the music, dance, and culture left me hungry for more. Jeremy is incredibly organized, which made for a smooth, safe, and amazing experience."
A student Northern Illinois University
"I learned about the Village life and culture. Of ourse it was worthwhile."
Betty K
"I learned a great deal about traditional Ghanaian dance, music, and culture. I pushed myself physically, intellectually, and personally and now feel that I have grown as a person. I made life-long friends who I miss dearly every day. The trip was 100% worthwhile."
A student Sarah Lawrence College
"Understanding for the way other cultures live. Understanding of the function of dance in their society."
rkeastman Radford University
"A broadening and deepening of my knowledge and experience of African dance, music and culture. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Saint Mary's College of California
"I became more confidant in my abilities to speak up for myself, and to push myself to try new things. The trip was truly worthwhile."
A student Saint Mary's College of California
"This trip was completely worthwhile. This trip was so uniquely wonderful because of the exposure to and immersion in a real Ghanaian community. I learned a lot about myself, and it was really interesting to discover all the similarities and differences that I had with the people I got to meet."
Amanda D University of Massachusetts Amherst
"It confirmed and greatly expanded and deepened my knowledge of the subject/culture."
Lars R Saint Mary's College of California
"I learned that music doesn't have to be a single complicated pattern. It can be many simple repeating patterns that vary per instrument and create a polyrhythmic piece of music. I gained a perspective of what it means to work and to support a community or village. I noticed how closely music and dance are tied into the West Afri..."
cory b Hampshire College
