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KULCHA
- Multicultural Arts of Western Australia 
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THE LAST FIVE COINS THE FLYING CARPATHIANS SALSA CLASSES SONGSTRESS SERENADE SOULEIADO SALSA CLASSES THE JOYS OF THE WOMEN CHOIR WITH SITIVENI TALEI NATASHA BOUCHARD FIESTA FLAMENCO SALSA CLASSES |
SALSA PRACTICE NIGHT DJ BABA ULLI AKWAABA WAMi SATURDAY SPECTACULAR SALSA CLASSES SALSA PRACTICE NIGHT ELEANOR McEVOY RE UNION |
Weekdays from 1 February 11AM-4PMHaider Altaey - MULTIPLE SELF A series of oil paintings by Iraqi artist and graphic designer Haider Altaey. The exhibition investigates the relationship between identity and environment with vibrant representations of water and land in stunning blues, greens and ochres. Haider immigrated to Western Australia in 1994. In Multiple Self he explores the ways we adapt to new environments, notions of ego and issues of identity. Haider's artwork features in private collections across the globe, from Sweden to Iraq, Australia to Saudi Arabia. FREE ENTRY To March 31 |
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Fri 1 February 8PM THE LAST FIVE COINS - European Dance 
For over a decade, The Last Five Coins have been performing their unique take on dance music from the villages of Europe at local and national folk festivals. Played on a range of European folk instruments such as the hurdy gurdy, accordion, cornemuse, darrabukka, tapan, mandolin and rebec, together with some 'imports' such as mandocello and guitar, their upbeat tunes will entice you to the dance floor. Performance - music - No Free List
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Sat 2 February 8PM THE FLYING CARPATHIANS - World Music 
The Flying Carpathians are a dynamic and evocative band playing music from Central and Eastern Europe, with West African influences and a uniquely Australian touch. Gaining a reputation as one of the most exciting and energetic local world music acts, the 2008 WAMi Award nominated act harnesses the liveliness of the Balkan dance floors - a flying carpet ride of infectious music! Come and hear some fresh new sounds, and learn some of the circle dances traditionally associated with this music. Performance - music - No Free List
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Mondays from 4 FebruarySALSA CLASSES - 6:30PM BEGINNERS, 7:45PM INTERMEDIATE, 9:00PM ADVANCED Move to the spicy rhythm of salsa! Now with three classes to suit your level of experience, join Liliana of the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy and learn to dance to the exotic rhythms of salsa, merengue and cha-cha! Experiment with the true flavour of Latin street-dance with fitness guaranteed. No partner required. Early bookings recommended. Show off your salsa skills at KULCHA's salsa practice nights Thursday 21 and Wednesday 27 February. Eight week course: $180 per couple or $100 per person $18 per casual class Workshop - dance |
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Fri 8 February 8PM SONGSTRESS SERENADE - Acoustic 
Join WAMi award-winning performers Grace Barbe and Sian Brown with rising star Felicity Groom for a special acoustic performance. Grace Barbe will perform traditional and contemporary favourites in Kreol, French and English inspired by her Indian Ocean heritage. Sian Brown will delight with stunning vocals, performing favourites from her recent release Aurora Cat, and Felicity Groom will mesmerise with her songs of love and loss. Be serenaded by these exquisite songstresses! Performance - music - No Free List
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Sat 9 February 8PM SOULEIADO - FRENCH DANCE 
From the heart of France, Souleiado French Dance Group takes you to the Auvergne and Berry with an exquisite display of bourré and traditional dances from the central region of France. Led by Laurel de Vietri, the dance group performed at the 2007 National Folk Festival and will present an evening of upbeat French performance. Take this unique opportunity to learn simple dance moves accompanied by French tunes. Community music/dance - No Free List
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Fri 15 February 8PM THE JOYS OF THE WOMEN CHOIR WITH SITIVENI TALEI - Italian Folk Songs 
Ciao! Celebrate unity through diversity with traditional and contemporary Italian folk songs. Directed by Elie Koineiher with Nick Pylarinos on piano accordion, the choir will be led by acclaimed baritone Sitiveni Talei for the first time. An Australian National University graduate, Sitiveni is appearing courtesy of the West Australian Opera Company and has been performing with them since 2005. Celebrate Italian culture. Siete benvenuti a braccia aperte! Performance - music - No Free List
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Sat 16 February 8PM NATASHA BOUCHARD - French and English songs 
WITH STRING QUARTET 2007 WAM Song of the Year finalist Natasha Bouchard returns to KULCHA to support the release of her latest solo EP. This Quebec-born Fremantle local will charm you with her beautiful mix of French and English songs. Natasha's angelic voice, heartfelt lyrics and soothing acoustic guitar melodies have a timeless quality reminiscent of popular songstresses like Joni Mitchell and Suzanne Vega. Together with her band, Natasha guarantees a rare and moving experience, with songs that linger in your mind long after the show. Performance - music
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Sun 17 February 11AMFIESTA FLAMENCO - KULCHA on Swan Guildford Town Hall, Meadow Street, Guildford The City of Swan in association with KULCHA Multicultural Arts of WA presents KULCHA on Swan, A free concert series throughout the City of Swan through to 12 April 2008 Bring a picnic and a rug. Full Kulcha on Swan Program 
KULCHA presents Fiesta Flamenco, the second in a series of eight family concerts in the City of Swan.
A sparkling and vibrant flamenco performance by guitarist Jose Giraldo, singer Manolo Munoz and dancers from Farida Rabih's performance group capturing the vibrancy and intensity of this passionate artform. Soulful and melodic guitar and powerful and evocative songs combine with infectious rhythms to bring you the excitement and dynamism that is pure flamenco. FREE EVENT - Bring a picnic and a rug - Offsite event |
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Thu 21 February 7PM SALSA PRACTICE NIGHT - Latin street dance fever Join the KULCHA salsa students for a Latin dance party! Practice your salsa and receive dance tips from diva dance instructor Liliana Sputore of the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy. Show off your dance moves and immerse yourself in a world of Latin street dance fever! No partners required. All welcome. Early bookings recommended. Workshop - dance - No Free List
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Sat 23 February 3-6PM WAMi SATURDAY SPECTACULAR - KULCHA STAGE 
KULCHA partners with WAM to recognise WA's acclaimed contemporary musicians with a celebration of world music in Northbridge. 
Featuring WAMi Award-winning Seychellois singer-songwriter Grace Barbe and her stellar line-up featuring Freddy Poncin, Jamie Searle and Sally Quealy. 
2007 WAM Song of the Year nominated nu-jazz/lounge/dub collaborative trio Cloud Kollektiv (Trilby Temperley, Bal Singh and David Scharpf) presents acclaimed deep electro jazz,
while 2007 WAM Song of the Year finalists Funkalleros bring the roots and high power grooves of urban Latin America. Russell Square, Northbridge Offsite concert 
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Fri 22 February 9PMDJ BABA ULLI - GLOBAL RHYTHMS PARTY Heat up the dance floor with leading global groover DJ Baba Ulli from as he spins irresistible booty-shaking tunes from Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Influenced by myriad performers including Pentangle, Dhafer Yousseff and Kora Jazz Trio, DJ Baba Ulli will play a diverse mix of funky electronic music inspired by all corners of the globe. Grab a chilled drink and get stomping and sweating to the funkiest global grooves on the finest balcony in Fremantle. Entry by Gold Coin Donation Special Event - Free List |
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Sat 23 February 8PM AKWAABA - CD LAUNCH 
Local African drumming and dance group Akwaaba are famous for their exciting and powerful performances. Come along and celebrate the launch of their brand new album Rhythms of Africa. Performing traditional energetic rhythms from all over West Africa, this band will tempt you to the dance floor! Led by well-known percussionist and drum maker Paul Osei Kofi from Ghana, Akwaaba will be joined by Senegalese master drummer Djiby Diagne.
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Wed 27 February 7PM SALSA PRACTICE NIGHT - Latin street dance fever Join the KULCHA salsa students for a Latin dance party! Practice your salsa and receive dance tips from diva dance instructor Liliana Sputore of the Ritmo Caliente Dance Academy. Show off your dance moves and immerse yourself in a world of Latin street dance fever! No partners required. All welcome. Early bookings recommended. Workshop - dance - No Free List
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Thu 28 February 8PM ELEANOR McEVOY - anything but standard folk 
Internationally acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Eleanor McEvoy is undoubtedly an assured performer and composer capable of tackling anything from folk and blues to pop, soul and country -
swiftly swapping electric guitar for violin, mandolin or bass. Eleanor is best known for Only A Woman's Heart, the highest selling album in Irish history (out-selling U2 and Van Morrison!) Her performances are anything but standard folk fare, don't miss this rare opportunity to see a truly amazing artist perform. Performance - music
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Fri 29 February 8PM RE UNION - eclectic twists on well-known songs 
Experience the rebirth of Fremantle Market Bar favourites Celtic Union. A five piece acoustic outfit, Re Union debuts at KULCHA as part of their Back on Solid Ground tour. Recent rejuvenation has seen the band blend their original tracks (influenced by acts such as The Pogues, The Proclaimers and The Furies), with interpretations of modern classics. Expect eclectic twists on well-known songs. Performance - music
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