Liberation Day 2025 is a historical milestone. It is also a date where the word ‘preparedness’ is relevant. We need to be prepared – as individuals, but first and foremost as a community. What is a community, and how can we develop robust, generous, strategic and innovative communities? 

At this conference, Jazzfest and NTNU Music will thematize the concept of “Cultural preparedness”, and elaborate on the importance of music and music education for the development of robust communities. Cultural participation strengthens public health and cohesion, and music can both strengthen and weaken individuals’ commitment and belonging to a common 'us'.

The conference is held in Norwegian only.