Activities
Sounds of the Human World
2009
European Music Composition Contest
WE NEED YOUR MUSIC COMPOSITION TALENT!!!
Sounds of the Human World 2009 is an event not to be missed! The European final, organised by Fo Guang Shan Europe & BLIA Europe and hosted by IBPS UK & BLIA UK, will be held on 30th & 31st May 2009 in London (UK). This event commemorates Ven. Master Hsing Yun’s efforts to share Humanistic Buddhism around the world. Ven. Master Hsing Yun is the founder of Fo Guang Shan Monastery and Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA), established to encourage the interaction between society and the temple. BLIA is currently a Non-Government Organisation (NGO, ECOSOC Accredited) endorsed by the United Nations.
On 30th & 31st May 2009, contestants from diverse backgrounds and European countries will be performing original compositions based on words of wisdom written by Ven. Master Hsing Yun in London, UK.
The aim of this event is to promote respect and tolerance for all cultures, encouraging unity and co-existence through music, resulting in a world filled with harmony. The winners will be awarded certificates of merits and prizes.
Come and join the competition and may the beautiful music touch your heart!
Participation in the Sounds of the Human World requires one to have an open mind, the willingness to be creative and the courage to discover the true nature and potential of oneself.
You are all welcome to join us regardless of your belief or background.
For further information, please contact your local FGS branch temple in Europe, or the organizing committee: