Music is a great method of escapism in hectic times, and is
a way of connecting with a new place and new people.
Listening to music at the end of the day is a useful tool of
reflection and relaxation, detaching you from the stresses of everyday life,
especially the stress facing new expats who are adjusting to a different way of
life.
As well as the escapism factor, music can be extremely
useful in social situations. It can act as a great ice breaker, sparking
conversations, and uncovering common interests for expats trying to make new
friends abroad.
Of upmost importance for new expats is the way in which
music brings people together for social events. Music concerts and gigs are an
excellent way of meeting people and forming friendships, as well as being a way
to uncover exciting social hang outs in your new hometown. There are some
fantastic music venues around the world, including:
Paradiso, Amsterdam
– A 19th century Church transformed into a three floor music venue
Dalhalla, Amphitheatre, Sweden – Located
in a limestone quarry, the stage is separated from the audience by a moat
Sydney Opera House, Australia
– Breath-taking world famous venue that houses a wide variety of music events
(not just opera!), multiple rooms and halls to cater for different events as
well a multitude of bars and restaurants.
Blue Frog, Mumbai – A great chance to experience what the modern Indian music scene has to offer, in
stylishly elegant surrounding
Bar Brahma, Sao Paolo - For popular Brazilian music look no
further. This music venue and restaurant first opened in 1949 as a meeting
place for artists, politicians and intellectuals
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I went to some live Flamenco - absolutely great. Not a word of English anywhere!
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