Analysis explores how musicians shaped collective identity through courtyard concerts, suggesting varying sociopolitical understandings of the protest movement.
Key Points
Musicians played significant roles in building collective identity during the protests in Belarus, highlighting the influence of their musical backgrounds.
The study reveals that courtyard concerts became important spaces for shared meaning and identity building among musicians and audiences.
Gender dynamics were explored, showing varied sociopolitical understandings around women and nonviolence within the movement.
Musicians adapted their repertoires based on audience responses and the ambiance of the courtyard settings, emphasizing the interaction between music and activism.