Mysig
The purpose of the project was to bring a new and different kind of event to Seinäjoki, with artists including Samuli Putro, Samae Koskinen, Kalevauva.fi. and Teemu Markkula. The event, organized at Rytmikorjaamo, aimed for a living room-like, cozy atmosphere. The intention was for the event to have two food stalls, Griinsect and Selmu, but unfortunately Griinsect canceled its entry at the last minute. The event was attended by a diverse clientele of all ages, young people, middle-aged people and even retirees. […]
The Yhyres musical
The project involved writing and performing a musical play together between young people from Southern Ostrobothnia and young immigrants. The script was written by combining and modifying old fairy tales that are told in both Finland and Afghanistan. The play was about equality, prejudice and bullying. The Youth Leader grant was used to purchase props, role costumes and theatre lights for the play, while other funding came from the proceeds of commissioned performances and ticket sales. The acting, singing, language and dance skills of the entire group grew tremendously, but the group’s […]
More couches for the high school
The project included the purchase of two large corner sofas for the empty part of the high school, which were purchased and delivered to the site from the furniture store Lähdesmäki Oy in Ilmajoki. The sofas were assembled with the board and were already being used by many people the next day. The comfort of the high school improved when the empty space was filled with comfortable sofas. In addition to Youth Leader funding, the project was sponsored by the former principal of the high school, and the remaining part was paid for by […]
The JBL sound makes you dance
In the project, with Nuoriso-Leader funding, a total of three different JBL speakers were purchased for use by the dance club. Now there are enough loudspeakers for all the club's practices and camps, and the loudspeakers also enable the organization of several simultaneous activities at the same time in different places. It has been noticed how activities remain more meaningful when the equipment is of high quality and functional.
Rhythm Institute's mixing course
The project organized a mixing course during the Rytmi Institute's internship vacation. The mixing course was organized in Seinäjoki at Sound Aces' studio premises and was aimed at mixers who already mastered the basics. The purpose was to expand the skill repertoire of even a more experienced mixer, as well as to offer new and versatile tools for use. In addition to the Youth Leader funding, money was received from the Citizens' Forum, the most money in the project was used to acquire a trainer, who was the top expert Hiili Hiilesmaa.
Hope Dance 2019 dance event
The Hope Dance 2019 dance competition event aimed at primary school students from Seinäjoki and the surrounding areas was organized in the Ritola Hall in Peräseinäjoki. There was pre-registration for the dance competition and the participants were divided into five different series for the competition according to age and hobby. In addition to the dance competition, the event also featured a performance by rap artist Brädi. In addition, local high school graduates visited to throw candy to the spectators and competitors. The largest purchase made for the event was the artist and the technology required for the gig. […]
Ylistarock 2019
With the help of Nuoriso-Leader funding, a music-focused event for young people (target group 13-17 years old) was organized in Ylistaro, which included the training of young performers, directed by professional technician Kimmo Ahola. The training was organized before the evening event. At the evening event, the young people got to perform themselves.
Edari of Dix
In the project, with the help of Youth Leader funding, two JBL Charge 3 speakers were purchased for the Peräseinäjoki youth centre Dix for listening to music. The purchase of the speakers was delayed until the autumn, as the youth centres closed in mid-May and the speakers would have been empty all summer. Four young people actively participated in the project. The speakers have improved the comfort of the youth centre, as young people are free to listen to their favourite music. Previously, the music to be listened to was decided by the youth centre’s instructors. […]