One of the least populous areas in Taiwan due to its mountainous terrain, Hualien is also home to a number of indigenous communities and families, who make up nearly 30% of the population. Fellows will collaborate with local musicians, engage with youth and lead creative workshops that reflect the deep knowledge and resilient traditions of these communities. OneBeat Taiwan is organized in collaboration with guest Artist Director, composer and educator Sayun Chang, who has a deep history as an educator in Taiwan and has been working in Hualien since 2020.
OneBeat Taiwan is the 9th iteration of OneBeat Abroad, a series of programs which bring the transformational experience of OneBeat to countries around the globe, through an annual residency in partnership with alumni.
OneBeat Taiwan is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) in partnership with the American Institute in Taiwan and produced by Found Sound Nation with additional support from the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia.