From Spanish Flamenco dancing and Mongolian throat singing to an Aboriginal song workshop, students at Singleton High School are set to be inspired and immersed in other cultures.
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Year 7, Year 8, and Year 9 students will participate in five fantastic cultural activities thanks to a grant from the Premier’s Fund for Social Cohesion.
The Multicultural Day is set to take place on Tuesday, April 10 from 10am.
Principal Jo Scott says these grants are particularly targeted at young people “to inspire them to respect and explore other cultures.”
“Events like this help students to broaden their horizons, build cross-cultural networks and empower them to be global citizens,” she says.
“Singleton High has a wellbeing focus that gives young people a voice and encourages each individual to be an active learner - to develop strong character qualities that will enable them to succeed, thrive, feel connected to their community and contribute positively throughout their life.”
The activities featured on the day will be:
- Mongolia – talented Bukhu demonstrates both the remarkable Mongolian horse head fiddle and the hypnotic aural pleasure that is Shaman-derived throat singing. Bukhu masterfully weaves these instruments (voice and fiddle) with contemporary loop pedals and modern beats to create a show that will enthrall students and leave them wanting to learn throat singing themselves;
- Spain - Flamenco is Not a Bird is fun, fast and interactive. At times mistakenly called flamingo, this vibrant show traces Spanish Flamenco from its Gypsy roots back to Indian, Arabic and Jewish rhythms, songs and dances;
- Japan - Taiko drumming engages students in the rhythms of Japan, in this exciting and interactive music program. Students are introduced to an array of Japanese instruments before the room begins to shake with the sounds of the Taiko drums. Some students will even have the opportunity to try the drums themselves;
- India - Bollywood Infusion cheerfully disregards the boundaries between classical Indian folk dance and poplar contemporary styles. Students will love the movement and music of this high-energy program. Students will learn a fun Bollywood routine and the traditional meaning behind the movement;
- Indigenous Australia - Follow Your Dreaming aims to inspire young people to develop an aspiration to follow their dreams and passions and also promotes and celebrates cultural diversity in Australia. The program includes a brief insight into singer-songwriter Thaylia’s unique mixed heritage of Greek and Aboriginal. Thaylia also share's her journey and passion for music through motivational talks, fun and interactive song workshops, performances and music activities to cater for all ages.
The Premier’s Fund for Social Cohesion supports events and activities that bring together people from diverse cultural backgrounds to explore and celebrate diversity.
It builds on the strengths of our multicultural society to develop stronger social cohesion and community resilience.
