In a radiant display of cultural harmony, the 13th annual International Jazz Day (April 30) celebration wrapped up with a spectacular All-Star Global Concert at the new Palace of Arts and Culture in Tangier, Morocco. Hosted by acclaimed actor Jeremy Irons, the concert featured an international roster of renowned jazz artists from more than 190…
The Grand Finale of both the Action for Peace Talent Show and the Voices of Hope Poetry Slam Contest was held as part of Guam’s 12th Annual Latte Peace Festival, on January 20. This eventful evening was the result of a collaborative effort among the Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon Mayor’s office, the Sinajana Mayor’s Office, Agana Shopping Center,…
Amid global political tensions that include the island of Guam, the Guam Municipality of Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon (“Tatuha”) courageously continued its tradition of promoting peace, friendship, diversity, and cultural exchange – not only for the citizens and visitors of Guam, but for the entire world by hosting its 12th Annual Latte Peace Festival at the Tamuning Mayor’s…
“What Reasons Do We Have?” by Madison Luján from Southern High School Peace stood during the creation of Earth Peace stood during the unity of civilization She nurtures friendships She gives happiness She defends from harm She allows connection Why isn’t she standing? Is she like Motanui? Did we steal her heart? Did we resist…
High school students of Guam took part in a vibrant Voices of Hope Poetry Slam Competition on December 13 at the city of Sinajana’s sparkling new Central Community Arts Hall. Youthful poetic artists had been submitted for consideration by their respective public high schools all over Guam, in adherence with specific rules, including that…
One of the greatest renewable global resources is the spirit to give back. It is one of the hallmarks of ICAP, to connect with youth, the future artists and peacemakers who will soon take the lead on the world stage, through the transformative power of the arts. It is in that spirit that ICAP member…
With their hearts fixed firmly on contributing to what is likely the world’s most important need – peace in our highly diverse world – public high school students in Guam showcased their many talents at the Agana Shopping Center on November 22. Billed as a talent show competition, the well-attended performance took place under the…
On August 23, one of America’s most iconic performance venues – the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles – witnessed an outpouring of emotion and music as the jazz community gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of Wayne Shorter, who died on March 2 at 89. Under the guidance of his best-friend, fellow jazz legend,…
In the world of the arts, it’s natural to celebrate the transformative power of a piece of music or its performers, or to praise the raw expression in a dance. But there’s another art form, as old as humanity itself, that plays a significant role in binding societies together: the culinary arts, which can play…
In April, an extraordinary meeting of the minds took place as jazz icon Herbie Hancock and Bill Clinton, 43rd President of the United States (1993-2001), engaged in a captivating dialogue on the rich and timeless art form of jazz. Mr. Hancock, renowned pianist, composer, ICAP president, and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Intercultural Dialogue, sat down…