The mission of the Institute for Public Ethnomusicology is to sustain and facilitate engagement with diverse musical cultures through research, education, programming, and curation.
We are a New Orleans-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit producing open-access resources and free public events in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region.
Programs
The Louisiana Décima Project
The Louisiana Décima Project is a music sustainability program focused on curating, reviving, and sustaining the Isleño décima, unique tradition of Spanish folk songs from St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana.
Circum-Caribbean Rhythms and the Meanings of Music
This ongoing series of events focuses on rhythms of the circum-Caribbean, fostering deep engagement with music through discussion and exploration of its social and cultural contexts and meanings.
Archivists-at-Large
Archivists-At-Large is a dedicated program seeking to work with other cultural heritage institutions, small special collections, community organizations and beyond who are looking for assistance in ongoing projects.
Meet the Team
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Will Buckingham
Executive Director
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Hannah Rogers
Executive Director
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Em Lessley
Archival Intern
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