The Band Brings Us Closer

We bring live music closer to groups in vulnerable situations through accessible, participatory morning concerts connected to neighbourhood life.

Barcelona · Lleida

Established and replicable project

The project

The Band Brings Us Closer offers a series of weekday morning concerts, a format that makes it easier for people who find it hard to attend the usual afternoon or evening concerts to take part.

It grew out of the collaboration between Apropa Cultura, L'Auditori and the Barcelona Municipal Band, with popular repertoires drawn from opera, cinema and jazz.

The barriers it breaks down

Timetable barriers

We adapt the cultural format to the times when these groups can actually get to the venues.

Mobility barriers

We build a support network between care homes, day centres and venues so the outing is workable and safe.

Barriers to accessing culture

We offer experiences for people left out of the usual programme by narrow formats and timetables.

Model

Quality morning concerts in accessible settings, mixing the general public with people and organisations from Apropa Cultura.