Stories of Water & Earth Workshop : Nardi Simpson
Share music and song on a journey through Yuwaalaraay language, story, culture and country with Nardi Simpson of STORIES OF WATER AND EARTH. In this hour-long interactive workshop participants are immersed in Yuwaalaraay women’s creative and cultural practice in an intimate environment. Embrace this unique opportunity to join, Nardi Simpson, a deadly storyteller and singer to perform the language of the land.
This exclusive workshop is best enjoyed in conjunction with the later performance by Nardi Simpson and Ensemble Offspring. Expect to participate in singing and voicework, preparing you for the opportunity to join in the finale of the performance later that afternoon from the comfort and security of your chair! No singing ability or stage prowess necessary.
DURATION
60 mins
SENSORY & CONTENT WARNING
Suitable for all ages.
ACCESSIBILITY
Newcastle Conservatorium is wheelchair accessible, with ramp access, accessible viewing and wheelchair accessible amenities.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Composer and featured performer, Nardi Simpson, showcases her deadly skills as a storyteller and singer, inviting audiences to hear the language of the land, explore the beauty of singing to Country, and experience music inspired by place. Together with Ensemble Offspring’s musicians, Nardi shares Yuwaalaraay women’s creative and cultural practices, encouraging audiences to listen deeply, learn, and even participate. This immersive, hour-long journey brings together Freshwater Woman with a selection of powerful works from the past decade of Ngarra-Burria: First Peoples Composers, each speaking to Country, culture, and connection.
This exclusive workshop is best enjoyed in conjunction with the later performance by Nardi Simpson and Ensemble Offspring. Expect to participate in singing and voicework, preparing you for the opportunity to join in the finale of the performance later that afternoon from the comfort and security of your chair! No singing ability or stage prowess necessary.
DURATION
60 mins
SENSORY & CONTENT WARNING
Suitable for all ages.
ACCESSIBILITY
Newcastle Conservatorium is wheelchair accessible, with ramp access, accessible viewing and wheelchair accessible amenities.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Composer and featured performer, Nardi Simpson, showcases her deadly skills as a storyteller and singer, inviting audiences to hear the language of the land, explore the beauty of singing to Country, and experience music inspired by place. Together with Ensemble Offspring’s musicians, Nardi shares Yuwaalaraay women’s creative and cultural practices, encouraging audiences to listen deeply, learn, and even participate. This immersive, hour-long journey brings together Freshwater Woman with a selection of powerful works from the past decade of Ngarra-Burria: First Peoples Composers, each speaking to Country, culture, and connection.