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Exploring Music from the Torres Strait (Teacher)
Oct
As well as discussing cultural protocols around the inclusion of First Nations content in classrooms, we will work with original music composed by Dujon Niue from Mua Island in the Torres Strait.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Creative music activities will be explored in order to build music skills and promote cultural awareness. This workshop is designed for both generalist and specialist music teachers.
More information about this session please CLICK HERE
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? No
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Musica Viva Australia In Schools
SPECIAL GUESTS:
Dr Sue Lane
Sue Lane has been a member of the Musica Viva In Schools education team for many years, as a professional development manager, resource writer, presenter and consultant, supporting classroom teachers in the planning of creative music education experiences for the classroom. As an active member of the Orff Schulwerk Association of NSW, Sue is passionate about music education advocacy and supporting teachers at all levels of experience. She has recently completed her PhD researching arts provision in Australian primary schools.
Dujon Niue
Dujon Niue comes from St Paul’s, Moa Island and graduated from the National Aboriginal Islander Skill Development Association (NAISDA Dance College). He was a co-founder, dancer/choreographer of NAISDA’s Aboriginal and Islander Dance theatre “The Company”. Mr Niue was then invited to join Bangarra Dance Theatre, and toured nationally, where he performed and taught Indigenous and contemporary dance. In recent years, Dujon has been working with Musica Viva In Schools and the Torres Strait performing ensemble, Wyniss, sharing his music, dance and cultural traditions with interactive and engaging performances in schools across Australia.
Event Details
Date & Time
20-Oct-2022 05:30PM + Google Calendar + iCal Export
Event Type
Live Event - Scheduled
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$30 per person. Payment available by credit card or via invoice to school.
Curriculum
Primary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Aboriginal Culture and History
Other KLAs
Creative Arts » Music
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Accreditation & Standards
Each of these events contributes two hours of Professional Development addressing the below standards from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
1.1.2 Use teaching strategies based on knowledge of students’ physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics to improve student learning.
1.5.2 Develop teaching activities that incorporate differentiated strategies to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities.
6.2.2 Participate in learning to update knowledge and practice, targeted to professional needs and school and/or system priorities
Every attendee will receive a certificate acknowledging their participation.
AITSL standards: Copyright Education Services Australia, 2011.
Terms and Conditions
https://www.musicaviva.com.au/education/important-information/terms/
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Reliable internet and device to connect to Zoom event.
Connecting To The Event
We will provide the Zoom link approximately 48 hours before the event via email. Please contact us if you have not received the link by 19th October.