live-streaming cultural exchanges
in connected classrooms and community spaces
featuring traditional artists from around the world
how does it work?
Explore
Browse our global catalog of cultural subjects to learn more about world music traditions and our amazing network of Teaching Artists.
Customize
We make bringing incredible artists from around the world into your school or community simple and easy. Reach out to us, and we'll do the rest!
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Choose one or more cultural subject and select a convenient format to meet the needs of your audience.
who is it for?
Schools
Our exchanges support classroom teachers by integrating with curriculum and aligning with national and state anchor standards and SEL benchmarks.
Seniors
Our exchanges support creative aging professionals and the communities they serve with authentic interactions that improve health and well-being.
Non-Profits
Our exchanges support aligned non-profits such as after-school or enrichment programs, community-focused organizations, and public libraries.
Corporate
Our exchanges support professional development in companies interested in creating a more culturally-competent workforce.
Culture Connect exchanges are led by world renowned scholars and can be customized for any audience! Click on a world region to learn more!
Culture Connect uses technology to create human connections. Whether you are interested in a single exchange or a year-long collaboration, the next step in the process is to fill out this simple form and a human will follow up with you!
customize the audience experience
Small Groups
Workshop / Masterclass style
Discussion driven
Active audience participation
Customizable by request
Large Groups
Performance / Lecture style
Presentation driven
Audience Q + A
Customizable by request
choose an accessible and convenient format
All Remote
Participants can connect from anywhere using their preferred smart device.
Remote Hybrid
Participants can connect remotely or share screens in the same physical space.
learn more about our exchange designs
Community
Portal
Participants can connect from physical spaces equipped with a wifi connection and a screen that can sync with a computer or smart device
Culture Connect Artists are scholars and performers with advanced degrees in ethnomusicology or music performance who also teach at the University level. Culture Connect exchanges are experiences that students and lifelong learners will remember for the rest of their lives. Teachers and Professionals determine the intellectual rigor of any exchange so that participants will find the experience challenging, fun, and relevant to their workforce, classroom or community goals.
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Culture Connect was created by Teach To Learn
Teach To Learn is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to supporting artists and educators worldwide. We believe that music is at the core of our shared history as human beings and is a powerful tool to be leveraged for increasing sustainable development capacity, addressing inequality and access to education, strengthening diplomatic relations, and improving quality of life.
