23 Nov – Femi Kuti @ The Powerhouse
November 19, 2010
Afro-beat royalty pays Brisbane Powerhouse a visit next month when Femi Kuti andhis 16 piece strong band, The Positive Force, land in Brisbane for the very first time for one show only on Tuesday 23 November at 7:30pm.
Returning to Australia after Womadelaide performances in 2007, Femi Kuti brings a rich lineage to the stage as the eldest son of the late Afrobeat pioneer and superstar, Fela Kuti; whose profile is at an all time high thanks to the Broadway production based on his life and music Fela!
Tickets: Full $ 59, Galleries $45
Booking: 07 3358 8600 or
Sundays in Nov & Dec – Global Grooves @ QPAC
November 18, 2010
Free live music every Sunday afternoon from 2-5pm
QPAC, Melbourne St, South Brisbane
Funky roots and world beats blend traditional and contemporary music to celebrate a multi-cultural melting pot of original music from Brisbane’s vibrant and diverse communities.
| 21st November | 2pm Mihirangi
4.10pm The view from Madeline’s Couch |
| 28th November | 2pm Kiri Waiata-Green
4pm Darky Roots |
| 5th December | 2pm Matt James
3pm Shoeless Joe 4.10 Spankinhide |
| 12th December | 4.10pm La Grand Salsa |
| 19th December | 2pm Kooi
3pm Oka 4.10pm Spacifix |
23 Nov – Asim Goreshi @ Powerhouse
November 18, 2010
6pm Tuesday 23rd November, Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
Asim is a musician who has travelled the long winding road that has earned him a unique background both as an educator and artist. He holds a bachelor degree in music from the University of Khartoum in Sudan as well as other numerous academic certificates. He has also participated in numerous festivals such as Khartoum International Festival, Djibouti Horn Festival as well as the Galaa Festival in Egypt.
Asim Gorashi is a founding member of the band Sudanese Sound, he has also played in the band of Sudan’s best-loved singer, folk hero and revolutionary Mohammed Al-Amin. Asim is a multi instrumentalist. Apart from the oud and violin, he also sings and plays keyboards, the Arabic lute, Sudanese traditional guitar, mandolin as well as viola.
This is a free event.
Tichawona Mashawa
November 17, 2010
Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Tichawona is one of the most imaginative and captivating musicians emerging from Africa today. His music equally embraces the deepest traditions of Mbira and Nyunga-Nyunga (thumb piano) music as well as the intense dance groove of the African Metropolis
Spacifix
November 17, 2010
The band has been performing their blend of funk, pop, reggae, and rock all over New Zealand. Spacifix spent several years writing songs and building a fan base in Auckland before releasing their debut album Much Love in 2006. The year was a successful one for the band, who was commissioned by World Vision to write and record the 2006 40-Hour Famine soundtrack, Spread da Word.- The band’s early success and trip to Los Angeles were filmed for a nine-episode series aired on New Zealand Television called Henderson to Hollywood. The show won the Air New Zealand 2007 Screen Award for best reality series. The band also has international acclaim and performances with artists like UB40 and Shaggy under their collective belt.
- Music style is an amazing eclectic mix of different styles and genres ranging from reggae, funk, hiphop, RnB, jazz and pop with a hint of polynesian culture thrown in for good taste. New Zealand born and raised with Island influences.
Band Members:
- TAU
- WILLY
- ISI
- RUDY
- IMARRN
Russian Folkloric Ensemble Brisbane Samotsvety
November 16, 2010
The Russian Folkloric Ensemble Samotsvety was established in February 2000. Since then the ensemble has matured and now performs more than 70 Russian folkloric songs, Cossacks songs, Ukrainian, and Gipsy songs. Samotsvety means semi-precious jewels. It is registered with the Brisbane Ethnic Multicultural Art Centre (BEMAC). The ensemble performs in a very sensual and inspiring manner.
More than ten sets of traditional Russian, Cossack, Ukrainian and Gipsy costumes and some musical instruments members of the ensemble made themselves.
In its 9.5-year history Samotsvety gave about 100 concerts at ethnic centres and clubs, folk festivals in Queensland and interstate, at nursing homes and retirement villages, mid-day and Christmas concerts in Brisbane City Hall. The ensemble performed at the following festivals: Australian National Folk Festival in Canberra, Woodford Folk Festival, Mullumbimby Festival, Roma Street Festival, Harvest Festival, Refugee Festival, Festival of the Russian movies in Brisbane and Cultivat Festival.
The founder of the Samotsvety and its artistic director Mrs Alla Ekzarkho holds Bachelor of Art Degree (Theory and history of world culture) form Charkov Academy of Culture, Ukraine, and she is also a piano teacher.
The ensemble includes 15 members (12 singers and 3 musicians). Traditional Russian musical instruments are: button accordion, 7-string guitar (Russian guitar) and domra (similar to mandolin). For large concert an invited violinist joins the ensemble.
Participants of the ensemble represent several waves of the Russian immigration from republics of former USSR and China (Harbin area). There is a member of the ensemble with Anglo-Saxon origin that speaks perfect Russian. But what unites all ensemble members – their love to the Russian cultural heritage and dedication to preserve it in Australia.
General Information:
- The Russian Folkloric Ensemble Samotsvety was established in February 2000. And now performs more than 70 Russian folkloric songs, Cossacks songs, Ukrainian, and Gipsy songs. The ensemble performs in a very sensual and inspiring manner.
- Lots of performance experience at the following festivals: Australian National Folk Festival in Canberra, Woodford Folk Festival, Mullumbimby Festival, Roma Street Festival, Harvest Festival, Refugee Festival, Festival of the Russian movies in Brisbane and Cultivat Festival.
Band Members:
- 15 members (12 singers and 3 musicians).
Newsletter
November 10, 2010
Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre February 2011 Newsletter
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| 2011 has already been a huge year for so many Queenslanders. Our thoughts and best wishes to all those affected by the recent flooding across the state, BEMAC was very lucky, considering our close proximity to the river, to escape damage, unfortunately a number of our artists, volunteers and staff were not so lucky, but all have reportedly come through the big clean-up relatively intact. We did have to evacuate and my apologies to anyone who has been trying to get through over the past couple of weeks as we put everything back together. We are all back at work now and its full-steam ahead into the rest of what will be a great year! Planet 2011, at Brisbane Powerhouse, kicks off this Saturday with Dva raga space! We have programmed this first Planet in conjunction with the annual Festival of Tibet, it should be a fantastic weekend, there is more on this below, as well as a great range of events and opportunities for artists and audiences alike…As we roll out our 24th year, we are looking ahead to 2012 which will be our 25th Birthday and a huge milestone for both BEMAC and Queensland in the multicultural arts arena. We are very keen to hear from anyone who has had any connection with BEMAC during the last 24 years, whether as committee member, community group, artists or audience; especially in the early days when the organisation started. We are gathering archival information, stories, photographs, etc which we will use in some way in our celebration of BEMAC’s big birthday. Please feel free to send us an email if you can help in anyway, admin@bemac.org.au. |
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| PLANET SERIES Sat 5th Feb, 5-7pm at Brisbane Powerhouse |
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DVA RAGA SPACE
Returning to Australia is brilliant bansuri player from Japan, Taro Terahara (bansuri), accompanied on tabla by Shen Flindell. They will both to take you on a spiritual journey to start the year.
Do you have a taste for the exotic but can’t afford a world trip? That’s ok. We’re bringing the world to you. Join Linsey Pollack and Tunjii Bier as they host our first Planet of 2011, they will be joined by Taro Terahara and Shen Flindell.
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| Festival of Tibet Fri 3rd- Sat 5th Feb at Brisbane Power House |
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Be inspired by the wisdom and compassion of the Dalai Lama by viewing a photographic exhibition called Man of Compassion and Wisdom: The 14th Dalai Lama’s Journey.Gain a rare insight into the life of His Holiness in the film SUNRISE/SUNSET which documents 24 hours in the life of the Dalai Lama.The popular Mystical TIBET concert with Tenzin Choegyal and the Camerata of St. John’s String Orchestra will thrill audiences with its sublime fusion.For tickets (including Festival package deals) and info please call the Box Office on (07) 3358 8600 or visit www.brisbanepowerhouse.org. http://www.festivaloftibet.com.au/http://www.festivaloftibet.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/FestivalTibet_DL_poscard_print_Page_2.jpg |
| Kashkul Sat 5th, 7-9pm Feb at BEMAC |
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Kashkul is an Adelaide-based traditional Persian music ensemble led by Behnoosh Aryanpad (composer and tar player). The group, featuring traditional Iranian instruments and the beautiful vocals of Shiva Aryanpad, performs instrumental and original vocal compositions set to classical and contemporary Persian poetry. Since 2007 Behnoosh and Shiva have collaborated with a small number of Brisbane-based musicians Timothy Johannessen (oud, daf, vocals) and Kelly Dowall (ney). For this performance the group will also be joined by Sunshine Coast-based daf player and vocalist Amir Naderi.When: 7-9pm Saturday 5th FebruaryWhere: BEMAC, Yungaba Hall, 120 Main St Kangaroo PointCost: $10/$15 |
| FOOTSTEPS Art Exhibition Thurs 3rd Feb, 6- 8:30pm at Martin Galleries, Nundah |
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FOOTSTEPS for Burma and Art exhibition at Martin Galleries which starts on opening night Thursday February 3.The artwork is all from artists still living in the Thailand refugee camps.When: Thursday February 3 2011, 6pm to 8.30pmWhere: Martin Galleries, 4 Aspinall Street at NundahRSVP: tjmedia@bigpond.net.au |
| Breath on a Single Reed Sat 12th Feb, 7.30pm at Judith Wright Centre |
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“Breath on a Single Reed” was composed for 14 different types of single reed instruments. It features various hybrid wind instruments designed and made by Linsey such as the bass clarini “Crow” (made from Crows Ash) as well as “Rosella” & “Mrs Curly” (narrow bore bass clarinets made from glass) by glass artisan Arnie Fuchs.There are also more familiar winds such as clarinet, bass clarinet and soprano, alto, tenor & baritone saxophones. The performance also features Tunji Beier (one of Australia’s foremost percussionists) who will play a range of South Indian percussion instruments (mridangam, kanjira & morsing). The music ranges from haunting and evocative soundscapes to funky sax quintet grooves and will take the audience on an unforgettable sonic journey.Admission: $25 Ticket sales: 07 3872 9000 www.judithwrightcentre.com |
| Raqs the Kasbah Sat 12th Feb, 7.30pm at West End Club |
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Join Brisbane’s own Belly dance band “Muziz” for a fabulous night of music and dance at the West End Club on Saturday February the 12th. Featuring dance performances by Ainslie, Lorelle and Tamara, with other dancers to be confirmed soon. Hit the dance floor to the great music of Muziz, a 9 piece band playing all your belly dance favourites and for this performance featuring Turkish vocalist Bilge Ozgun.
Doors open at 6.30 pm for meals and shopping at the Bellydance Souk.
Show starts at 7.30 pm.
Tickets $25 or $22 for concession or group bookings of 8 or more
Bookings via www.hipnoticbellydance.com
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| Summer Humanitarian Carnival Sun 27th Feb, 9am-5pm at Wacol |
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Ready to Wacol Summer Humanitarian Carnival!Kids Rides, Prizes, Serbian Fine foods & drinks, Dancing Groups, Stalls, Mini soccer, Live Entertainment plus much more. More info: 0423717283 |
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| Home Festival Sat 9 April, 11am-5pm at Raymond Park |
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Home is where the heart is!!The Board of the Home Festival invite you to submit your interest in performing at the first Home Festival on 9 April 2011. The festival will be free event in Raymond Park, Kangaroo Point.The Board of the Home Festival are interested in receiving applications from all performers, including solo, duet and groups from all ages and backrounds. Performers will be paid modest fee for their appearance.Alternately submit by post PO Box 7299, East Brisbane or hand to BEMAC.Please complete the following information and e-mail to: homefestival2011@gmail.com
1-Name of contact details of Performers
2- Genre/Style of performance
3- Electronic link examples of work
4- Live performance experience
5- Why would you like to perform at the Home Festival? 6- How would you be able to assist the Home Festival eg. Promotion, stage, setup, clean up etc.
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| Women in Music Tue 8th March, 9:45am-5pm at Judith Wright centre |
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QMusic are pleased to announce the exciting new one day Women in Music (WiM) forum to be held on Tuesday, 8th March at the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts.The first speakers to be announced include artist manager (Angus and Julia Stone, Darren Hayes) Cathy Oates, label owner and artist manager (Richard In Your Mind) Julia Wilson, artist manager (The John Steel Singers, DZ) and radio presenter Maggie Collins, triple j Magazine Music Editor Samantha Clode, Queensland Folk Federation General Manager Amanda Jackes and artists Adele Pickvance, Seja and McKisco.More info:www.womeninmusic.com.au |
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Be Creative with your Career
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Creative Employment Skills program, which is a 6 week accredited Cert II course designed to provide basic work skills while at the same time discovering the creative industries and pathways that exist towards employment in those industries.
The course will be run in Inala starting in 2 weeks (Jan 31st) and is open to anyone who is unemployed or disengaged with school. Anyone interested simply needs to go to their local (Inala) job service provider and get a referral from them for a free placement. (Non referred people would have to pay the full fee themselves). The program will also be kicking off in Logan in the first week of February – please let me know if you’d like program details for that one too.
Community Through Music
Ph: Chris Jay, 0407 673 549; John Lumley, 0438 779 032
Email: info@championsound.com.au
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| DAY | Event | Time | Place |
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| Thurs 3rd Feb | Footsteps Art Exhibition | 6-8pm | Martin Gallery, Nudah |
| Thurs 3rd-Sat 5th Feb | Festival of Tibet | - | Brisbane Powerhouse |
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Kashul
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7-9pm | BEMAC |
| Sat 5th Feb | PLANET SERIES- DVA Raga Space | 5-7pm | Brisbane Power House(The Tribune Platform) |
| Sat 12th Feb | Breath on a Single Reed | 7.30pm | Judith Wright Centre |
| Sat 12th Feb | Raqs the Kasbah | 7.30pm | West End Club |
| Sun 27th Feb | Wacol Summer Humanitarian Carnival | 9am-6pm | Wacol |
| Sat 9th April | Home Festival | 11am-5pm | Raymond Park |
| Be A BEMAC Member |
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| Join BEMAC to support the promotion and presentation of the multicultural arts in Queensland. BEMAC is a not-for-profit organisation which relies on the support and input of its members. By becoming a BEMAC member you can help drive the direction of BEMAC and be actively involved with our organisation.
We value our members and currently offer the following benefits: Eligibility to vote at the BEMAC Annual General Meeting and be elected to the Management Committee, Discounted entry to all BEMAC-presented performing arts events and workshops, updates to keep you up to date with what’s on at BEMAC, Great discounts on venue and equipment hire, Opportunity to promote your exhibitions and events in the BEMAC e-news, Professional advice and consultancy. There is also a range of additional benefits for artist members.
To become a member or for more information go to the website, www.bemac.org.au or contact BEMAC on (07) 3391 4433 or mailto:admin@bemac.org.au .
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Sahaj Sangeet
November 10, 2010
Indian Classical and Devotional Music. The swaras can also be made sharper or flatter, forming microtonal intervals known as ‘Shruti’ that convey particular expressions. Thus the scale is made up of twenty two microtonal intervals (shrutis) and the significance of the swaras depends on their position in the microtonal scale. The swaras are named respectively Shadja (Sa), Rishabha (Re), Gandhara (Ga), Madhyyama (Ma), Panchama (Pa), Dhaivata (Dha), and Nishada (Ni). These notes correspond with the seven centres of the subtle body, known as ‘Chakras‘.
Band Members:
- Sri Mataji
- Pt Jasraj
Songs:
- Alankar
- Rang De Jhini
Monique Lavail
November 10, 2010
After a bachelor degree in literature and theatre at the Sobonne in Paris in June 1970, she graduated from The drama institute of the University of Quebec in Montreal in montreal in June 1980. She joined The Actor’s Studio in Montreal of Teo Spychalski, from Polish Gerzy Grotowski’s laboratory Theatre, for two years, before attending The Actor’s Dojo of main actor/director pol Pelletier for several years.
Monique was born in Paris in France in the fifties. Communication, Cultures and Identity Issues have been leading her to language-teaching, theatre, writing and spirituality, all of which she has practised intensively for years in France, America, Canada and now here. Life has given her a rather warm, open and passionate nature prompt at sharing all the time, so working at Byron College with such dedicated people has proven to be a rewarding experience in feeling part of her new community. In her opinion, teaching to adults a language like French is often interesting, sometimes exciting, and always challenging!
Obertas
November 10, 2010
Obertas the Polish Song and Dance Company of Brisbane. Formed in early 1982, the company has given hundreds of concert performances in southeast Queensland as well as in capital cities around Australia, particpating in ten Pol-Art Festivals, two Shell Folkloric Concerts and World Expo ’88.
Under the artistic direction of its founder and choreographer, Henryk Michael Kurylewski, Obertas teaches its members the basics of classical dance as the foundation for a vast repertoire of songs and dances from a diverse range of Polish regions.
Band Members:
Regional dances:
Cieszyn,Kaszuby,Kielce,Kraków,Kurpie,Łowicz,
Lublin,Opoczno,Podhale,Rzeszów
śląsk rozbarski,Wielkopolska
Historic dances:
Noc świętojańska
Polonez/Mazur kontuszowy
Polonez/Mazur Księstwa Warszawskiego
For more information:
Event Calendar
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