Academic research & multi-media work: Reflections on an impactful journey | The Cinema, Leeds School of Arts Building

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Lucy Durán, a renowned academic and pioneering music producer, will be sharing her extensive career spanning five decades in academia, radio journalism, and the music industry at the event "Academic research & multi-media work: Reflections on an impactful journey" in Leeds. In this talk, Lucy Durán will provide insights into the strategies and arguments she has employed to place musicians at the forefront of the industry. Drawing from her personal archive, she will take the audience on a captivating journey through her diverse career, featuring recordings and film clips that showcase her extraordinary achievements. With a unique blend of academia, radio journalism, and music production, Durán has successfully launched the careers of previously unknown musicians and raised the profile of various musical styles. However, she will also candidly discuss the challenges and obstacles she has encountered along the way. Being situated between journalism and academia, Durán has faced skepticism from both sides, but she firmly believes that these two worlds have much to learn from each other. By sharing her strategies and arguments, she hopes to inspire future generations of students and researchers to think outside the box. Following the talk, Durán will introduce the documentary "Ballaké Sissoko, Kora Tales," which she co-wrote and directed. This remarkable film, narrated by Malian rapper Oxmo Puccino, provides an unprecedented insight into the heart of the kora tradition. As a Professor of Music at SOAS University of London, specializing in the music of Mali and Cuba, Durán's expertise and accomplishments are truly remarkable. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from her impactful journey. The event will be held at The Cinema, Leeds School of Arts Building, and admission is free.