Q&A – The most important information summarised for you

What does “Kamenica Musica” mean?

Musica means music, which is what the project is all about. Kamenica is derived from the first name of the city of Chemnitz: Kameniz. This originates from the Sorbian kamjenica, which means ‘stony brook’. The name fits perfectly because it is going to be situated along a river and refers to the history of Chemnitz.

What is the aim of the project?

Our goal is for Kamenica Musica to make music more accessible in nature and outside of concert halls and music schools. Different stops with information boards and playable music will make the music (hi)stories of Chemnitz more accessible. Perfectly on track with the cultural capital’s motto “C the unseen”. The pieces and songs will be developed and recorded with various musicians from Chemnitz and our partner cities in neighbouring countries such as Poland and Czechia. International relations will therefore be established and strengthened through music.

Where will the project be?

The different stops including information boards will be situated right in the middle of Chemnitz. They will lead you along the cycle and walking trail along the Chemnitz in the district of Altchemnitz – close to the river and nature. We will start at the intersection of the rivers Zwönitz and Würschnitz, past the intervention space “Flussbad Altchemnitz” and the Europark including the future international dance centre, through the Stadtpark up to the Weltecho and the Falkeplatz.

What is possible beyond what has already been said?

In the spirit of scalability, we have decided to think even bigger: After the main stops have been established, more stops can be developed along the riverbank and at different places in Chemnitz. We may even expand outside of the city borders and build up similar stops in surrounding areas and partner cities!

Apart from information boards including speakers, QR codes may be used to play the music at places without electricity connections.

Who is developing the project?

At the heart of the project is a small group of different people, all eager to bring something new and beautiful into being. Some have experience in music, some in other parts of culture, and some are new to it all. We always look for more dedicated people eager to help and learn. If that could be you, feel free to message us!

How can I be part of the project?

You can send an email to info@kamenica-musica.de, or send us a message to +49 155
66043541 or on Instagram @kamenica_musica. We are excited to meet you and are
happy about everyone who wants to help.