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Outreach, Education and Studies in Applied Ethnomusicology

 

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General Information

Visiting Cape Breton 

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Cape Breton as a Travel Destination

Cape Breton is ranked among the top tourist destinations in the world, and is renowned for its natural beauty, its history, as well as its traditional music and culture. Its Mi’kmaq, Celtic, and Acadian cultures are on full display on the island during the summer and fall months. Its industrial history and diverse immigrant cultures are curated and interpreted in various venues in the greater Sydney area.

Climate

Cape Breton’s location on the Atlantic Seaboard means that its weather can be variable, so please come prepared for changes.

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Travel

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Travel Information

Travel Documents/Visas, AIR Travel to Sydney, NS (YQY), Travel from the Airport, Car Travel to Sydney, NS, Car Rental

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Accomodations

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Cambridge Suites, 380 Esplanade in downtown Sydney

The Cambridge Suites Hotel is conveniently located in downtown Sydney on the waterfront. This all-suite hotel provides spacious accommodations with comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi, kitchenette and a hot/cold breakfast buffet.

OTHER MAJOR HOTELS, OTHER HOTELS, BED AND BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATIONS

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Community Event Information

  • Global Musics Local Connections Dance Workshops
  • Community Events
    • Global Musics Local Connections Film Festival
      • Finn Yarborough
    • Federico Spinetti
    • Svanibor Pettan
    • Lassana Diabate
    • Edmonton Events: October 12th to 14th
      • “Snapshot: Views of traditional music, market economy, funding and professionalization in Croatia” with Dr. Naila Ceribašić
      • “Engaging Communities in Arts-based Research in Cape Breton” with Dr. Marcia Ostashewski
      • Croatian Hall Community Talk
      • Concert: Music for Global Human Development
    • Opening Events October 5th to 9th

Conference Information

  • International Council for Traditional Music – Applied Ethnomusicology
    • Global Musics – Local Connections Launch!
  • Symposium: Music for Global Human Development
    • Music for Global Human Development

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