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Frequently Asked Questions

Below you'll find answers to all the questions that have been asked about ANIMUSIC 2025. Let's dive into the details and explore what you need to know!

Registration

We are excited to have you join us, in a gathering of minds where innovative ideas and valuable insights will be shared. The participation shows the understanding of the value of such gatherings, only possible through the contribution of all, to the benefit of all. Registration for our upcoming congress shall be available on this page. The early bird registration is 300€ (250€ for presenters) - any contribution is highly appreciated, to help cover part of the expenses. Participants are offered 7 full days of concerts, lectures, visits, a number of meals which includes a specially enticing community dinner and other surprises. A good example of a community effort (as all the organization is not paid and there is no profit whatsoever). We believe in the acquisition and sharing of knowledge, and propose rich life experiences with these meetings.

Image: ancient tiles (wall) at Funchal (credit: PLB)

ANIMUSIC 2025 welcomed themes

At the ANIMUSIC congresses, we are aware of the broad and interwoven complexity that permeates "sound" as a subject matter. Here are some examples of topics that have been presented or discussed:

-research on organology (the science dedicated to musical instruments)

-technological interfaces

-arts and sound (visual arts, dance, cinema, theatre, nature perception...)

-time and space dimensions

-past and future of sound

-ethnological diversity

-anthropological considerations about the evolution of music and sound tools

-biology, dendrochronology, diversity and conservation of natural materials

-material identification, use, conservation and replacement

-respect for the environment (in resources, listening, co-acting...)

-music and sound at the service of psychology and vice-versa

-the role of medicine in the ergonomic construction of musical instruments, and the human body response (singers and players)

-education

-gender matters

-museums (difficulties and solutions, research, conservation of sound production objects including recordings, etc.)

[Image: Dr Eng Peter Holmes, at the ANIMUSIC Congress 2017]

Can I still apply? Till when?

The 2nd Call for proposals is open till the 31st of March, and there will still be some slots reserved for the final Call (till the end of April).

Those who proposed during the Priority Call and who have been accepted have a secured place in the program - please confirm being able to attend the full week, for the organization of the schedule. Check the dates at the bottom of: here.

[Image: a recital at the ANIMUSIC Congress 2014]

How are the proposals assessed?

Given the range of themes and settings, the committee must assess the importance of each proposal regarding the objectives of the Congress following different parameters - artistically and scientifically.

[Image: a visual-sound performance at the ANIMUSIC Congress 2019]

Is there funding, for my participation?

We are happy to guarantee the participation of a selection of artists, students, and the local 'madeirenses', through special conditions. As in all conferences, the contribution from the participants means they respect the huge effort and understand the dedication needed for the organization of such an event (including food, materials, equipment, logistics, etc.), being certain that we have reduced the fee to the minimum possible.

[Image: a visit to the University of Coimbra at the ANIMUSIC Congress 2023]

Special conditions for the 'Madeirenses'

The Organisation Committee has decided to offer special conditions to those that are original from Madeira, who are contributing to the development of Madeira and the broadcasting of its culture: we offer the registration to the ANIMUSIC 2025, which comprises the full Scientific and Artistic program, excluding the expenses with meals, lodging, and the materials.