Tuesday
14 May, 2024
14:15
– 15:15

Collaborating with First Nations Artists

How to work sensitively across cultures.

With over seven years experience working closely with First Nations artists as part of Ngarra-Burria: First Peoples Composers, this panel will discuss the importance of working with cross cultural sensitivity - an approach that focuses on process rather than outcome and is grounded in what Dr Christopher Sainsbury, Dharug composer calls 'the hang.' This informal ‘connecting time’ outside of music making facilitates asking questions and inevitably making mistakes openly and publicly, building trust over time while empowering First Nations artists to make the most out of opportunities in their art making. Also noting the importance of a two way stream whereby both 'sides' benefit greatly from the investment of time, open mindedness and a sense of meaningful, ongoing commitment. Referencing Sainsbury's Platform Paper Ngarra-Burria: New Music and the Search for an Australian Sound, the discussion will reference examples from this successful programme.

Claire Edwardes by Jordan Adams

Chaired by:

Claire Edwardes, Australia

Artistic Director & CEO, Ensemble Offspring

With:

Catherine
Haridy,
Australia
CEO,
Australian Music Centre
Felicity
Wilcox,
Australia
Composer,

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