WORLD MUSIC FEST 2026 | APRIL 26, 2026

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To fulfill Connessa Collective’s vision to commission new works by living composers that celebrate diverse musical traditions, our annual World Music Fest features one or more newly commissioned chamber music pieces that celebrate specific musical traditions, with the composer(s) of the commissioned work headlining the event. Each year’s event includes a chamber performance, lecture, interview and workshop.

For this series, composers and local musicians from diverse backgrounds co-create our programming to ensure representation without appropriation, and all musicians involved are compensated fairly for their time and talent. By prioritizing equitable compensation, we promote visibility and opportunity for underrepresented communities in San Diego County. World Music Fest takes place at carefully selected venues located in culturally rich neighborhoods that are accessible to diverse audiences. 

Through this initiative, audiences of 300+ are exposed and invited to participate meaningfully in new chamber music, one or more living composers contribute much-needed new compositions to the existing world music repertoire library, and local San Diego County neighborhoods are highlighted as cultural centers each year.

If you are interested in funding this program, click the button below or email us at hello@connessacollective.org.