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Safeguarding of the folk music heritage by the Kodály concept

ity culture and composition; and respect for all music traditions. The concept has been incorporated in school curricula since 1945, where primary, secondary and tertiary students can learn about the songs, their importance and are encouraged to take part. It has also been used to document traditional music involving bearers, civic groups and cultu... Hungary

Corso culture, flower and fruit parades in the Netherlands

s main motivation for participating in the event. Corso culture is passed on through apprenticeships, school programmes and participation in the annual parade.... Netherlands (Kingdom of the)

Cooking and eating Mulgi puder, traditional mashed potato with barley in the Mulgimaa region, Estonia

community members enjoy exchanging recipes. The dish is cooked with family and friends, at work and school, and during community gatherings and celebrations. It is also served in restaurants and sold in jars. The tradition of cooking and eating Mulgi puder is primarily passed down within families, but nowadays it is also taught in schools and hobby... Estonia

Shakespeare Mas', a traditional component of Carriacou's annual carnival

ng and mimicking players in the community. The practice now includes women and girls and is transmitted through school curricula and other organized activities. Socially, Shakespeare Mas’ bonds villagers together. Culturally, it ensures the longevity and transmission of this 100-year-old practice that rose from the diverse cultures forcibly broug... Grenada

Gada system, an indigenous democratic socio-political system of the Oromo

s according to territory. Knowledge about the Gada system is transmitted to children in the home and at school.... Ethiopia

Lkhon Khol Wat Svay Andet

unities. The practice is transmitted orally within the community, and the Head Monk and retired primary school principal recently initiated additional weekend classes and started writing down scripts for selected episodes. After generations of transmission, however, several factors now threaten the viability of the element, including environmental... Cambodia

Safeguarding strategy of traditional crafts for peace building

uide and ensure continuity in the transmission and practice of these crafts; and enhancing the Workshop Schools Programme. Priority is accorded to young people who are exposed to the effects of armed conflict, a lack of opportunities, school desertion and unemployment. Training is also combined with work, guaranteeing apprentices’ future employab... Colombia

Regional Centres for Craftsmanship: a strategy for safeguarding the cultural heritage of traditional handicraft

stitutions, they offer training on traditional techniques, such as introductory courses for primary school students, weekend and summer schools, apprenticeship programmes, and postgraduate courses. Local and international experts help to run the classes, transmitting specialist knowledge and skills associated with the various practices. The centres... Austria

Cross-crafting and its symbolism

a symbol of the unity of the community. Today, as in the past, cross crafting is not taught in any school but is handed down through non-formal education. The most serious threat to cross-crafting is rural exodus and the uniformity brought about by the influence of mass media. Although the upkeep of the crosses is ensured by the parishes, more sup... Lithuania

Zlakusa pottery making, hand-wheel pottery making in the village of Zlakusa

ftspeople within the community. Demonstrations at the Zlakusa Festival and classes held at the Arts School in Užice provide another key mode of transmission. Zlakusa pottery is often presented at fairs and festivals throughout Serbia and the vessels are widely used during important family and community events. It is claimed that some dishes prepar... Serbia

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