Situating Crossley-Holland's Collection of Pre-Columbian Musical Instruments: Strategies for Interpretation, Dissemination, and Sustainability

Lead Research Organisation: Bangor University
Department Name: Sch of Music

Abstract

Investigating the significance of Crossley-Holland's collection of Mexican instruments, with an emphasis on accessibility, contemporary music-making, and community engagement. Firstly, investigating the significance of the collection itself, by comparing to other comparable collections; secondly, evaluating Crossley-Holland's methodologies and theoretical background; thirdly, developing displays, workshops and events based around the musical instruments for local schools, Gwynedd Museum, and national and international events.

Publications

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Description As this project is still ongoing, this will be updated. The key findings have been in the relationship between the collector (Peter Crossley-Holland) and his collection and the difficulties of displaying cultural objects removed from their original cultures.
Exploitation Route This foundation work can pave the way for more detailed research into Peter Crossley-Holland. It has involved cataloguing and digitising documentation, which will allow for the collection to be promoted, and improve accessibility for the public and for other scholars.
Sectors Education,Culture, Heritage, Museums and Collections
 
Description The collaboration with Storiel has been a valuable source of public dissemination. The student has developed two museum displays based on the ethnomusicological research into the Crossley-Holland instruments, and data from visitor experiences will be included in the thesis and shared with the museum. The student has also created web content and developed community links. This section will be updated once the research has been completed.
First Year Of Impact 2017
Sector Culture, Heritage, Museums and Collections
Impact Types Cultural,Societal