Intergenerational Sounds

Discover more about the sounds of Notting Hill Carnival through the years

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Notting Hill Carnival represents freedom, celebration & unity.

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People from all different backgrounds and different ages attend and take part in Carnival.

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Without the intergenerational aspect, Carnival would not be the same. It's amazing to see younger people enjoying the same sounds as their elders at sound systems.

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In Notting Hill Carnival, you'll find everyone dancing and enjoying the music together, basking in the ambience that is Carnival. At the sound systems, you'll find people dancing and enjoying sounds from past generations utill now.

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The mas band you'll see all dressed in costumes representing artistic creativity through the heart of carnival. Mas costumes to suit all ages and body sizes!

Notting Hill Carnival, Sama Kai, 2022, From the collection of: Notting Hill Carnival
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Notting Hill Carnival, Sama Kai, 2022, From the collection of: Notting Hill Carnival
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In the steel bands, there is a coming together of people from all different generations, ranging from as young 11 years to 60 plus. 

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Intergenerational Sounds will forever remain an important element of Notting Hill Carnival. It is what allows the culture stay alive amongst the new generation and for it to continue to be a thriving festival celebrating people, culture, music and more.

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