Saturday Planet
January 30, 2012
Saturday 4th Feb 2012, 5 pm
Tribune Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
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.
From Latin to Reggae, Indian to African, Planet, on the first Saturday of every month will transport your musical senses literally to another world. With each session you might find Brazilian rhythms crossing paths with Eastern delights or cool island drums coming face to face with the heat of Salsa.
World music and world class acts. With a true globe-trotting experience like this, you won’t need a holiday.
Tibet2Timbuk2:
A Country & Eastern offering from the EthnoSuperLounge stable, world music group Tibet2Timbuk2 takes you on a journey from the meditative to the joyous with Tenzin (Tibet), Shen (tabla), and Marcello (African guitar & further west), with special guests Peter Hunt on trumpet and renowned musician Katherine Philp on cello. Afro-Asian galloping tunes!
Tibet2Timbuk2 has an eclectic repertoire including group arrangements of Tenzin’s Tibetan songs, Marcello’s English songs, collaborative songs and instrumentals and even classical tabla solo. The overall sound is full and organic, with all three musicians sharing bass, percussion, harmony and melody roles to create a solid yet easy groove.
Tibet2Timbuk2 have performed at numerous festivals around Australia including Bellingen Global Carnival, Woodford Folk Festival and Queensland Multicultural Festival.
Festival of Tibet
January 23, 2012
Wednesday 1st-Sunday 5th February 2012
Brisbane Powerhouse
The Brisbane Festival of Tibet offers five days of Tibetan culture where audiences can participate in Tibet’s unique culture, arts and way of life. The Festival celebrates Tibetan heritage, founded on the principles of compassion and non-violence, while addressing the issues which continue to threaten the future of Tibet.
Children and adults alike will engage with workshops and conversations, be inspired by contemporary Tibetan art and music, and discover the profound knowledge of Tibetan medicine. Appreciate the friendliness and spirit of Tibet while Tibetan monks share their wisdom through conversation, music and the creation of a sacred sand mandala.
The first day of the festival includes the beautiful film ‘Summer Pasture’ followed by a traditional opening ceremony with the Tashi Lhunpo Monks of Tibet. The remainder of the festival includes activities such as Mantra Meditations, exhibitions of Sand Mandala Creation Tibetan paintings and carpets, Namka Thread Crossing and Tibetan Ritual Dance workshops. There are also Tibetan Doctor consultations available, a chakra healing workshop and painting workshops, music concerts, personal stories with Tenzin Tsundue and guests, conversations regarding happiness and self expression and much more.
For more information visit: www.brisbanepowerhouse.org or www.festivaloftibet.com.au
Anishinnabek Workshops
December 19, 2011
Free!
Friday 6th January
at BEMAC, 120 Main street Yungaba, Kangaroo Point
The Anishinnabek Northern Lights Dance & Culture Troupe are in Australia for a limited time, dont miss this fantastic opportunity to learn from these amazing artists. Fresh from a successful Dreaming Festival season, you can join them at BEMAC this Friday from 10am to participate in either a dance/song/drumming workshop or hand-craft workshop, or feel free to join us for both!
In the first workshop, you will enjoy stunning dance combined with an exhilarating mix of singing and drumming to weave the heart warming and captivating creation stories of the Anishinnabek people. 10am-12pm 120 Main Street Kangaroo Point
The second workshop is craftwork process. You will have the opportunity to make traditional leather medicine bags which are used for sacred herbs, medicines or tobacco for healing, spiritual strength, protection and walking in a good way. 1pm-3pm 120 Mian Street, Kangaroo Point.
Workshop are free (there will be a small cost for materials for the craft workshop), please indicate your attendance via email to admin@bemac.org.au
World By Night
December 14, 2011
Friday 23rd December 2011, 5:30-9:30pm
King George Square, Brisbane
World By Night is BEMAC’s signature event to wrap up the year’s program; featuring some of Brisbane’s most exciting new talents alongside the best Queensland has to offer in world music.
Come join us under the lights of the Christmas Tree for a concert of Brisbane’s best world music. BEMAC is pleased to bring you their annual showcase event, highlighting some of the most exciting new artists and a stable of old favorites to entertain you with music from across the globe. When you tire of dancing under the stars, check out the array of crafts and cds for that last minute Christmas gift with a difference, or learn how to express yourself Bollywood style or through the pounding rhythm of an African drum!
Presented by BEMAC with the support of Brisbane City Council, this version will feature the performances of South Pacific Drummers, Imanzi, Kizuna, Spacifix Brisbane Babas Band, South Pacific Island Dance Group, Silk Road, Alan Boyle, Ethno Choir and many more!
Anishinnabek
December 14, 2011
Anishinnabek Northern Lights Dance & Culture Troupe
Thursday 5th & Friday 6th January 2012
This dynamic troupe perform stunning dance combined with an exhilarating mix of singing and drumming to weave their heart warming and captivating creation stories of the Anishinnabek people.
Narrative story telling is accompanied by beautiful dance and gentle drumming telling of the great mystery, and how the Great Lakes of Canada and the U.S.A. were formed.
The pace steadily picks up as waves of powerful drumming accompany heartfelt and impassioned traditional singing – the likes of which most audiences around the world have never experienced. Audiences will be held spell bound as further enthralling dancers showcase their talents and amazing costumes, sharing the many traditional dancing styles of the Anishinnabek nation. The dancers mesmerize with great skill and vibrant colours amid a pulsing sea of drum rhythms and otherworldly singing which speaks to the very heart and spirit.
Australian audiences have a rare and privileged glimpse into the special traditions and performance magic of these amazing and dynamic artists.
Don’t miss the Anishinabek ‘Northern Lights’ on their first ever Australian tour.
Salar Aghili
August 16, 2011
And
The Razo Niaz Ensemble
BEMAC is proud to support one of the world’s most celebrated classic vocalists, Salar Aghili. Salar Aghili is set to tour Australia later this year. Persian communities across the country have welcomed the announcement that this highly acclaimed musician, who is recognized not only in Iran, but throughout Europe for his contribution to the rich heritage of Persian verse, is to begin his tour in Perth at the end of October. “We are thrilled that Salar has agreed to this national tour and encouraged by the positive feedback we’ve received from communities across the country,” said Al Sharifian of Far Vahar Entertainment.
A highlight of Salar Aghili’s 2011 Australian Tour is the accompaniment of Hossein Behroozinia, notably one of Iran’s most highly praised musician. Behroozinia is a Barbat (oud) virtuoso, recognized as one of just a handful in the world who has mastered the art of playing the Barbat. He has toured in USA, Canada and Europe on numerous occasions and performed in a number of unforgettable concerts with Mohammad Reza Shajarian, Shahram Nazeri, Sima Bina and Parissa, all of whom are famous Iranian vocalists. The tour kicks off in Perth on 30 October and will then move on to Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra for a final performance at the National Gallery of Australia on 12th November. For further information on Salar and the 2011 tour as well as details regarding ticket sales visit www.salaraghiliaustralia.com.
The Brisbane Performance is to be held on the 2nd November, at the Old Brisbane Museum.
Ticket prices from the website are;
Premium – $142.80
A Reserve – $102.00
B Reserve – $73.45
All prices include transaction fees.
Discount tickets can be obtained through Persian community shops at the following prices:
Premium – $129.50
A Reserve – $85.00
B Reserve – $65.00
The tickets are available for students and pensioners for all categories with 10% OFF the regular price. If tickets are purchased at concession rate, entry will only be possible with a valid concession or student card. There are NO exceptions
Tickets can be obtained from http://tickets.oztix.com.au/?Event=20476.
September 2011-Planet
August 15, 2011
Evolution – Diego Zambrano & Friends
Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
Saturday 3rd September 2011, 5.00 – 7.00 PM
EVOLUTION is a very different performance of Latin music! In this show you will experience the whole Latin world full of art including dance, acting and music. This is not another “Latin gig”, what makes it different is the way percussion is played – not with traditional drums but with common things.
Definitely EVOLUTION is a performance you can not miss!
Diego Zambrano began his musical journey when he was only 10 years old, influenced by musicians like David Weckl, Dennis Chambers and Alvaro Lopez. He also is very influenced by Latin and Colombian rhythms. He started to play with a Gospel band when he was 13 years old; showing his great abilities to play the drums. At the age of 17, he recorded his first album called “Palabra Fiel”. Diego has participated in several events in Australia, such as, Multicultural Festival (Brisbane), Colombian National Day (Brisbane), Multicultural Festival (Canberra), Darling Harbour Fiesta (Sydney), Planet (Brisbane), Mackay Festival of Arts (Mackay), Fete de la Musique (Brisbane), among others.
Diego brings along with him Pablo Matus, Miguel Calderon & Diego Rincon.
Pablo Matus (Percussion, vocals)
From one of the most fruitful lands of Latin America, Chilean-born, Pablo is a Latin Percussionist and Drummer. He has performed Afro-Cuban music in well-known bands around the Latin American events and clubs in Australia. Pablo is a recognised figure within the Latin American Salsa community throughout Australia.
Miguel Calderon (Piano, vocals)
Mexican-born, Miguel, is a pianist brought up in with Latin America traditions and with a passion for Cuban and Mexican music. He was from the early age exposed to influences of both Latin and classical Schools of piano playing, where he studied with some well illustrated names.
Diego Rincon (Bass and Percussion)
Diego is a bass player born in Bogotá, Colombia. His influences are wide ranging, including the traditional music of his country, Latin music, classical, jazz, Latin Jazz, soul, disco and reggae.
Diego’s Group:
Diego Rincon – Bass and percussion
Pablo Matus – Percussion
Ingrid Leal – Violin, flute, vocal
Miguel Calderon – Piano
Karen Carrillo – Dancer
Diego Zambrano – Percussion, Vocal
Mario Obando – Dancer
Eszter Kiss – Vocal
EVOLUTION shows how we have lost the communication with our families and communities, and also how important it is to have hope, even when life is a bit hard sometimes. This is why it is called EVOLUTION – because we CAN overcome no matter the situation … all you need is love for each other.
Manju Mehta
July 13, 2011
The First Lady of Sitar
As part of her first Australian tour, Manju Mehta, described as the First Lady of Sitar, will be performing Indian Classical music in the style made famous by her guru, Pandit Ravi Shankar. Her knowledge of ‘raga’ and her ability to breathe life and creativity into her music whilst staying true to her lineage has earned her enormous world-wide praise and respect. Indian sitar maestro Manju Mehta will draw from ancient musical traditions and lineage to present music with intensity, depth and beauty. Joining her are the prodigious talents of Adelaide´s own Jay Dabgar on tabla, and Manju’s disciple Josh Bennett on sitar. An extraordinary musical journey.
Saturday 2nd July-Planet
June 27, 2011
Don’t miss our July Planet from 5pm-7pm at Brisbane Powerhouse, featuring Shen Findell (tabla), Soumva Chakraverty (sarod) and Saikat Bhattacharya (sitar).
Since being initiated into the Benares Gharana of tabla by one of the great old masters of the style in 1994, Shen Flindell has grown to become one of Australia’s leading tabla players, and is also very active in the thriving Indian music community of Japan. He is best known for his beautiful sound and supportive accompaniment, and has released 4 CDs ranging from Indian classical santoor to Tibetan world fusion. Shen loves bringing people together to unite through music, whether it’s playing with his many young students or collaborating with top musicians from around the world.
Soumya has been playing the Sarod, the north Indian fretless lute for the last thirty two years. He studied music under Pandit Samarendra Nath Sikdar, a senior disciple of the legendary sarod maestro, Radhika Mohan Maitra of the Shahjahanpur school of music. His solid technique and thorough grounding in the roots of his own music notwithstanding, his interests also lie in exploring the commonalities of North Indian Classical music with other music styles. His playing style has been greatly influenced by the likes of his guru and other masters of his Gharana. It highlights a perfect blend between the Rababiya and Gayaki styles that is unique to the Shahjahanpur Gharana. He is both a purist, who likes to maintain the authentic forms of the Ragas as passed down the generations of Ustads (maestros), and at the same time, he likes to experiment with other forms of Indian as well as world music, to find common strands of melodic expression.
Saikat Bhattacharya has been playing the Sitar for over seventeen years. Playing the sitar is his passion and devotion, beginning in the early nineties under the supervision of his Guru Pandit Manilal Nag of Calcutta, in India. Pandit Manilal Nag comes from the Vishnupur Gharana, which is the one and only school of music that originated in Bengal with its roots, embedded in the “Senia Gharana” of Delhi. Since coming to Australia, he has regularly performed in various programs like the Queensland Multicultural Music Festival and the Woodford Folk Festival. By chance, visiting artist Soumya Chakraverty (sarod) and Brisbane resident Saikat Bhattacharya (sitar) were schoolmates at Calcutta Boys School in 1986. So come and enjoy a very special 25th anniversary school reunion!
Home Festival 2011
May 5, 2011
Sun 19 June 2011 Home Festival
11am to 8.30pm at Kangaroo Point
We can’t wait to welcome you HOME – Sunday 19th June!
Due to the consistent rain we received in the week leading up to 9th April we chose to postpone our Home Festival so as not to damage our precious site, Raymond Park. We’re working towards our new date, Sunday 19th June which is a crisp time of the year but more importantly a seasonally dry time.
Stay in touch with us for up to date info on our facebook page @ Home Festival.
The inaugural Home Festival at Raymond Park, Kangaroo Point, will be the community’s ‘home’ for a day. Locals are being invited to take ownership of the festival, which has been instigated by a group of people with a passion for community, music and local culture.
Home Festival is an opportunity to celebrate our common ground, a springboard to connections, fun, confidence, humour and a stronger belief that we live in a healthy, positive community. Welcome Home!
More information click here
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