Eurovision: European Idealism
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REVIEWS, Europe — So being from Europe, Eurovision is a national pastime and real conversation piece this time of years.
I like to think of it as a way of watching a variety of cultures, and their attitudes to themselves. At 2thinknow, we study cultures, and globalism, so it is home-work!
Eurovision Song Contest - Belgrade 2008 Preview Player
Essentially a singing contest, with one representative of each nation, often controversially selected. The most interesting part is the voting, where neighboring countries often vote for or against each other, depending on the politics. the Balkan foxtrot, and UK vote, are always enlightening.
It’s significant of the youth of all countries in Europe creating a trans-national identity, which often starts in arts or music.
In Europe, the semi-finals have run, and finalists been selected. the final is in countdown mode.
If you are not in Europe, they may not screen Eurovision, or not yet. If you would like a preview, and to learn a little about the ‘extremes’ of European culture, as well as silliness, then visit the Eurovision site here. You can watch much of the coverage online.
And also this year, you can learn about Serbia and the Balkans, as it is this year, Belgrade calling.
Light-hearted sure, but culturally enlightening, because the 2thinknow view is that even when people rebel against their culture they reinforce it.
Enjoy.
Eurovision News:
(Scroll down… spoiler alert!)
Anna Didic:
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