Lilian Thuram is a committed man. Whether during his football career, which ended in 2008 due to a heart problem, or since he hung up the crampons, the 98 world champion has continued to defend the cause of minorities, especially against racism. He also created his own foundation, “Lilian Thuram-Education against racism”, which works to eradicate racial discrimination.
The former defender is also invested in the education of disadvantaged children. He is notably the sponsor of the Demos system, coordinated by the Philharmonie de Paris. Established in Marseille since 2015, this program aims to initiate young people who do not have access to the music of young people. It is in this costume that Lilian Thuram burst into the Pierre-Barbizet Conservatory last weekend in the Marseille city.
Thuram: “It's a gift for life”
Gathered in the Conservatoire, 130 children aged 7 to 12 had the pleasure of meeting the legend of the Blues, who had not come empty -handed. Indeed, the father of Marcus and Khéphren distributed a musical instrument to each – violins, flutes, clarinets, bassoons … “ It's a lot of emotion because we will be able to make music! “, Haydar, 9, was delighted, receiving his clarinet at the microphone of France Bleu, and adding:” When you hear music, it's just happiness. It's a great chance that we are leaving instruments. These instruments will actually be loaned to children for three years.
Emu, Lilian Thuram said he had not been lucky to have a musical instrument during his youth. From then on, when he became a professional footballer, one of his first pleasures was to offer himself a piano. “” The best gift you can give to children is to teach them how to learn. Thanks to music and their music teacher, their school level will improve, it is a gift for life “Said the ex-player of Juventus Turin.
