Free music events in Cyprus. Workshops and group play.

Do you create music, play an instrument, or want to explore the local artistic community? East Cyprus Music Meetings is a series of free workshops, discussions, and music jams in Larnaca, Famagusta, and Pyla. The next workshop day is scheduled for Sunday, October 25th in Larnaca.

Participants will discuss topics such as copyright, music promotion, and music publishing. Classes and discussions will be conducted in English. Pre-registration is required for workshops, while evening jam sessions are open to the public and do not require registration.

Free music events in Larnaca

On Sunday, October 25th, the event will take place in EVOHK artist-run space in LarnacaThe program combines practical knowledge of the music industry with sound design and the opportunity to meet other artists.

The first session will focus on copyright, royalties, and song rights management. Later, participants will explore opportunities for promoting jazz and music that combines various traditions. The final workshop will focus on modular synthesizers and their use in performance.

October 25th - Larnaca Program

Location: EVOHK artist-run space. All times are local Cyprus time.

Hours	Event
11:30–13:00	Copyright, Royalties and Music Rights Management
15:00–16:30	Jazz and folk-fusion: festivals, promotion and international opportunities
17:30–20:00	Modular Synthesizers, Sound Design, and Performance
20:00–23:30	Jam session and artist materials fair

Participation is free. Registration is required for each workshop. The evening jam session does not require registration.

Not only for professional musicians

The series is aimed at music creators and performers, producers, songwriters, and event organizers. Evening gatherings will also allow audiences interested in the local scene to join in.

This is also an option for Poles living in Cyprus. The English language of the classes makes it easier for those who don't speak Greek or Turkish to participate, and playing games together provides an opportunity to network outside of the formal program.

You don't have to participate in the entire series. You can choose an interesting workshop or attend the open evening session.

In November, Famagusta, Larnaca and Pyla

The next events will take place November 8 in Mağusa Kale Pasajı in Famagusta, in the occupied areasWorkshops on fundraising and music publishing are planned. A group jam session is planned for the evening.

On November 22, the series will return to Larnaca. The meeting will include promotion and preparation of press releases, as well as a discussion about the experiences of women in the Cypriot music industry.

The final is scheduled for November 28 at the UNFICYP inter-community space in PylaThe program will include an exhibition and a discussion about the island's contemporary music scenes.

Music is meant to connect communities

The initiative is led by Windcraft Loud, SCALA Music & Sound Hub, and Cyprus Mixtape. The project aims to foster collaboration and exchange between creators from both communities in Cyprus.

The project was selected through a call for proposals from the Technical Committee for Culture. It is funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

How to sign up for workshops?

Registration is via links provided on the program website. Before traveling, please check the details of your chosen meeting and the exact location.

For those pursuing a passion for music, this can be an opportunity to gain practical knowledge and find partners for collaborative projects. Everyone else can join in the evening, listen to music, and meet artists working on the island.