Music in Times of Crisis

Exploring the challenges faced by musicians during the COVID-19 pandemic, this chapter highlights the struggles of artists such as Sté Thomas and Laura Marling due to canceled gigs and lost income from touring. It also delves into the financial burdens on event organizers without insurance coverage for losses related to communicable diseases and the personal hardships of classical musicians like the violinist mentioned. Additionally, the chapter touches on the impact of the pandemic on a New York apartment complex and follows Barita Kumalo's journey as a musician affected by the lockdown in South Africa.