With the nation in lockdown to minimise the spread of Covid-19, this archive is a showcase of RASPO’s past highlights.
Archives
Covid-19 CultureMix Statement
Following UK government advice to minimise physical interaction and help reduce the transmission of coronavirus (Covid-19) all RASPO workshops are cancelled until further notice.
Jnr Watson premiers debut single
‘Soothe My Soul’ is the first solo single from British Jamaican reggae artist Jnr Watson out now on new indie label CultureMix Records.
2019 CultureMix Review
A year of positive changes for CultureMix with new partnerships, an independent record label, a growing team of music teaching specialists, and a move for RASPO.
2018 CultureMix Review
A momentous first year as an ACE NPO with an international collaboration, Carnival of the World, The Steel Band Festival, TV, and a sad farewell.
RASPO perform on live TV at BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2018
We were delighted to take part in BBC SPOTY 2018 performing Three Lions with the Lightning Seeds.
Dani Richardson Obituary
During the 12 years Dani Richardson worked with CultureMix as Head of Music he made a lasting and positive contribution to the development of RASPO Steel Orchestra.
Brazil's percussion group Ylê de Egbá to join RASPO for Notting Hill Carnival
CultureMix will welcome Brazilian percussion ensemble Ylê D’Egbá to join RASPO at Notting Hill Carnival.
IYA Rebels perform for album launch at Purple Turtle
Roots, rock reggae band IYA Rebels will perform live at the launch of their new album ‘Nadah’.
2017 CultureMix Review
A third CD from RASPO, an international artist residency in Sri Lanka, a new Business and Administration Manager, and a place on Arts Council England’s National Portfolio.
Mary Genis wins BAS Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award
Reading All Steel Percussion Orchestra leader and CultureMix director wins British Association of Steelbands Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award.
Carnival of the World celebrates a second successful year in Reading
Carnival of the World 2017 returned to Reading in Berkshire with a live world music stage and a spectacular Broad Street Parade.
