
Workshop
14:00 – 16:00, 9 May
F4 – Atelier 2
Practice for the Future:
Participatory, Transformative Practices in Choirs and Design
Presented by
Anne Karrenbrock, Klara Hens
In a world calling for change, the workshop seeks to ignite the spark of collective transformation by merging the realms of singing and designing collaboratively. We are driven by a vision where participatory practices empower individuals to reclaim their futures, making them both the creators and catalysts of profound social and ecological shifts. This workshop invites participants to delve into the potent intersection of creative expression and socio-political engagement. The workshop is structured in three segments: Discussing Co-design and Activism, 2. Vocal Painting, 3. Reflection and Discussion. The workshop is an attempt to create a space where individuals grow as confident agents of change, ready to make quieter voices resonate loudly within their communities.
About
Anne Karrenbrock is a research-driven designer and educator at the Cologne University of Applied Sciences, specializing in processes of social and ecological transformation. She has contributed to groundbreaking research at institutions like the University of Siegen and the Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Enviroment and Energy.
Klara Hens is a choir conductor, singer, and vocal educator with a focus on inclusive and participatory music-making. Her work is influenced by innovative frameworks like The Intelligent Choir, creating empowering spaces for musical exploration and critical engagement with power dynamics.