Musquiqui Chihying (b. 1985, Taipei) is a visual artist and a filmmaker who resides and works in Taipei and Berlin. His artistic endeavors focus on issues of post- and trans-modernity in the Global South, postcolonial identity, and contemporary technology. He often employs media such as sound, music, and moving images to construct a narrative vocabulary, offering alternative perspectives on the interconnectedness of human condition and ecological environments. Many of his works have explored the special historical circumstances of ethnic and technological exchange between the African, Asian, and Afro-Asian Sea regions. Musquiqui Chihying's works have been exhibited in numerous international art institutions, including WIELS in Brussels, Art Sonje Center in Seoul, Centre Pompidou in Paris, Neue Berliner Kunstverein in Berlin, Power Station of Art in Shanghai, UCCA Center for Contemporary Art in Beijing, MoCA Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei, among others. His film works have been screened at various film festivals, including Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, Berlin International Film Festival in Germany, Rotterdam Film Festival in the Netherlands, and the Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival. In 2023, he was awarded the Tung Chung Prize by The Hong Foundation in Taiwan. In 2019, he received the LOOP Video Art Award from the Han Nefkens Foundation and the Joan Miró Foundation in Spain. He was also nominated for the Berlin Art Prize in Germany that same year. He is a member of the Taiwanese art group Fuxinghen Studio and leads the Research Lab of Image and Sound (RLIS), focusing on media technology and image politics research.

Mohamed Gueye is a dynamic artist and educator specialising in traditional West African music through his ensemble, Mbolo Percussion. Dedicated to sharing his passion for music, Gueye offers engaging team-building workshops and educational sessions for all ages and skill levels. He visits schools across London weekly, providing students with insights into the diverse instruments he plays and the rich culture of Senegal. Throughout the year, he organises weekend workshops and leads an annual two-week cultural immersion trip to Senegal, allowing participants to experience the vibrant rhythms and traditions firsthand. Gueye is committed to fostering a deeper understanding of West African music and culture among his students and audiences alike.

Arthur Po Hang Yuen is a composer and educator specialising in cross-cultural composition. A Doctor of Music candidate at Guildhall School, he integrates diverse cultural elements into his work. He holds two MMus degrees (RNCM, King’s College London) and a BA (HKU). His training includes programmes with the Peter Eötvös Foundation, Sävellyspaja, and Britten Sinfonia. He has taught for WeCompose and worked as a music specialist. His works, including 'Lunar Eclipse' (BBC Philharmonic) and 'Studies for Cello' (Elide Sulsenti), reflect his commitment to intercultural dialogue.

Xuandi Zhang is an accomplished drummer, percussionist, and independent music promoter. She is a member of the Percussion Society of the Chinese Musicians’ Association and the China Nationalities Orchestra Society’s Percussion Section. She founded the Bandroom brand and curated the Bandroom3 music community. Known for her expertise in performance and event organisation, she has performed at international festivals such as the UK’s ‘Beyond The Music’ and the Netherlands’ ‘Left of the Dial’. As an educator, her students have gained entry to top conservatoires in China. She also founded the Qinggu Percussion Ensemble, promoting Chinese percussion through concerts and courses. Zhang has performed at major events, including those for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.