KULCHA MULTICULTURAL ARTS OF WA   EDUCATION PROGRAM - CELEBRATE THE WORLD High quality in-school workshops and performances Tailored to student and teacher needs Primary and secondary school programs Metropolitan or regional schools KULCHA is a window to the world without leaving Perth! From Albanian harmonies to Zambian beats, there are no borders to the expression of art, culture and language! Music You can book an artist or performers on-line here

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Mudhra Dance Company Classical Indian Dance Exquisite dancer Premala Sangarandananda is an experienced teacher in the Bharata Natyam Indian style which requires vigour, grace, balance, suppleness, physical endurance and a faultless sense of rhythm. Ongoing workshops in schools will incorporate new choreography and performances will include male dancer Sooraj Subramaniam. Performers: 1 (workshop), 2 (performance) Maximum Attendance: 25 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Soleiado French Dance Group Traditional French Dance Laurel de Vietri has been teaching dances from the Alsace region in North Eastern France in schools for many years. She is the founding member of the French dance group Souleiado, whose dancers perform in Provencal, Alsatian or Breton costume. Workshops will cover authentic miming and action dances using different parts of the body, accompanied by French songs. Form:DANCE Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance: 100 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Alegrias and Casa del Compaś Spanish Dance Ensemble Alegrias Spanish Dance Ensemble captures the excitement and diversity of Spanish dance, including Classical Spanish, Regional, Escuela, Bolera and Flamenco. Farida was born in Madrid, Spain, and has been teaching Spanish dance for many years as a fun way to develop strength and improve fitness. Her Spanish school of dance is Casa del Compaś with workshops covering the origins of flamenco and Spanish culture, handclapping and footwork rhythms and techniques. Appealing to children of all ages. Performers: 2 to 3 Maximum Attendance: 100 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Belyssa Academy of Dance Orientale Arabic, Turkish Persian & fusions with pop Arabic, Indian, Latin & Spanish Belyssa is an accomplished performer, teacher and choreographer in the art of Arabic, Turkish and Persian bellydancing for over twenty years. She is regarded as the most experienced exponent of the dance form in Australia today.  Belyssa travels the world regularly to study new trends in bellydance and participate in seminars, festivals and masterclasses.  Her workshops will cover a fusion of styles with pop Arabic, Indian, Latin and Spanish influences.  Intensive teacher training courses are also available. Belyssa's choreographies are coveted and commissioned by troupes and soloists everywhere revealing a unique tenderness and excitement for Arab music. Performers: 1 to 4 Maximum Attendance: 30 workshop, 300 performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Lion Dance Chinese Dance The traditional Chinese lion dance is part of Chinese New Year festivities. If it obeys the traditional rules and is performed to expectation it is believed to bring happiness, good luck, prosperity and longevity. The Lion is a holy animal and due to its fierce characteristics it is used as a guardian. They can be seen at the entrance of houses and temples and are called Kai Lun. Form:DANCE Performers: 1 to 4 Maximum Attendance:100 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Valli Batchelor Bollywood Dance Join the thousands over the globe who have experienced electrifying empowerment through this fusion of familiar dance moves from Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Challenge your body, mind and spirit with Valli Batchelor's Indian Bollywood dance popular workshops. Form:DANCE Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Wadumbah Aboriginal Dance Group Wadumbah means 'big flood waters'. These Aboriginal entertainers of lively dance, music and history bring the 'Dreaming' to life. Wadumbah's repertoire includes workshops and performances with fiery dances in full traditional dress, while the didgeridoo accompanies the storytelling from the Noongar people. Wadumbah educate Australians, young and old, about the incredible history of Indigenous Australians reinforcing the pride and strength of the Noongar people. Performers: 3 to 5 Maximum Attendance: 30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Liliana Sputore Salsa Dance Born and raised in Argentina for most of her life (to Italian parents) Liliana's passion for dance originated from her Latin roots where music and dancing was intrinsic to her way of life. Now one of Australia finest salsa performers and leading salsa instructor, Liliana epitomises the "essence" and "fee" of the true street Latin dancing. Form:DANCE Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

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Pascale French singing, acting & dancing Pascale is a Titi-Parisien singer, sultry, smooth and oh so trés chic! Her voice is powerful and passionate in resonating the haunting ballads of Paris in the 1950s with heartfelt theatrical performances reminiscent of the Edith Piaf legend. Workshops will cover French history including culture and expression. Pascale grew up in Paris and began singing for her father's market stall in Rue Alesia. She immigrated to Australia in the 1980s and is a much-loved performer at various venues and events. Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance: 30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Lena Trajkovska Macedonian songs and dances Professional singer/songwriter and Fremantle music teacher, Lena Trajkovksa has made many significant contribution to the multicultural communities of Western Australia over the years. As part of the Education Program, she will put together a special Macedonian song and dance workshop, revealing her own rich cultural background. Form:SINGING, SOLO PERFORMANCES Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

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Knotwork with George Walley Indigenous fusion A fusion of Indigenous and Celtic music, combining dynamic instrumental melodies, driven by earthy guitar and didgeridoo rhythms. An inspired blend of cultural hues, the group performs passionate and topical songs written in both Noongar and English. This musical collaboration is presented by Tracey Harrington, Alisa Williams, Dan Bright and George Walley. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 4 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Akwaaba West African Drumming, dancing and handicraft Akwaaba perform traditional rhythms using djembe, congas, shakers and other traditional instruments, featuring master drummer Paul Osei 'Kofi' from Ghana.  Be prepared to embrace the lively West African culture through interactive workshops, where participants are invited to be a part of the performance through combined demonstrations of dance, song and rhythm.  Drum making and African dance workshops are also available. Performers: 1 (workshops), up to 4 musicians and 3 dancers (performers) Maximum Attendance: 30 workshops, 200 performances Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here "How do we come down from the HIGH that Paul has taken us to?? The incursion was stupendous! The children were overawed and very responsive. Thank you for coordinating the event for us." Michelina Vinci and Year 5 students at Liwara Catholic School

The Last Five Coins European Folk Traditions For over a decade, The Last Five Coins have been performing the band's unique take on dance music from the villages of eastern and western 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, the band's upbeat tunes will entice you to the dance floor. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 5 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Balvinder and Hardial Singh Indian Sitar and Tabla Duo Celebrate Indian culture at its best with Balvinder and Hardial Singh, two of Perth's leading proponents of traditional and contemporary Indian music. Learn about the customs of Indian music and explore the integral roles played by traditional instruments. The sitar is a plucked stringed instrument that has been ubiquitous in Hindustani classical music since the Middle Ages and is used throughout the Indian subcontinent. It is often complemented by the sounds of the tabla, a classical Indian percussion instrument traditionally constructed from goat or cow hide. Join Balvinder and Hardial for an educational and fun session to learn the basics of traditional Indian sitar and tabla performance. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 30 workshop, 200 performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Cahoots Cajun Culture Cahoots plays 'feel good, get down and dirty dance' music from the Cajun region of Louisiana. A celebration of life in the Bayous, Cahoots combines twin fiddles, accordion, stompbox, frottie (Cajun triangle), acoustic guitar, bass and vocals in a foot-tapping session of waltzes, two-steps and jitterbugs. They defy you to keep your feet still while everyone else is dancing. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 5 Maximum Attendance:30 workshops, 200 performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Capoeira Muzenza Group Afro Brazilian music Brazilian musician, dancer and Capoeirista Mestre Jorge Draga brings over 30 years of Capoeira experience to WA.  Capoeira is a multi-disciplinary cultural sport and artform which incorporates self defence, music, dance, acrobatics and stories. It evolved from Afro-Brazilian slave history and culture and it is an oral tradition passed from master to student. Capoeira Muzenza Group is the first established capoeira school in WA and has been involved in the Youth at risk programmes since 2004. They link their fun participatory workshops using the berimbau, one of the oldest music instruments in the world, to the current curriculum framework. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 20 workshop, performance 200 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Alice Langa Mozambique Song, Dance & Percussion Alice Langa is a dynamic professional dancer, singer and choreographer, having studied music and dance in her native Mozambique. She plays timbila, drums and maracas. Lenny Van Dan Haat is a talented drummer, singer and has travelled throughout Africa learning various styles and rhythms. Workshops will include the cultural songs and choreographies of Ronga/Shangane, Chopi and contemporary African music and Afro Latin roots dance styles. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Faridah Rabih and Jose Girlado Flamenco Delight in a Flamenco performance by guitarist Jose Girlado, singer Manolo Munoz and dancers from Farida Rabih's performance group as they capture the vibrancy and intensity of this passionate artform. Farida and Jose have been performing flamenco for over 20 years and will present soulful, melodic guitars and powerful, evocative songs to combine with infectious rhythms. Experience the dynamic excitement that is pure flamenco ! Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Ozmosis Global Tones A cross-cultural music performance featuring string and wind instruments from Eastern Europe, Catalonia, Spain and Latin America along with some extraordinary invented instruments.  Mark Cain and Tim Chambers are both seasoned presenters of cross-cultural music, drawing upon the repertoire of a number of countries and retaining an educational focus on the creative process of music and the involvement of students in that process. Both are experienced musicians who have worked with Musicia Viva in schools and with teachers over many years. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 100 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Chinese Orchestra Chinese culture The Chinese Orchestra aim to promote traditional Chinese culture whilst developing their music skills and rendering the arts and music accessible. The history of music in China dates back some 4,000 years. The Chinese orchestra is an amalgam of many cultural traditions. Like the philharmonic orchestra, it is made up of four sections including Bowed-strings; Plucked-strings ; Woodwind and Percussions. The four sections combine in a full Chinese orchestra to produce the finest tune for the audience. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 5 to 10 Maximum Attendance:30 workshops, 100 performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

In Search of the Ultimate Guitar Showcasing a variety of exotic guitars An exciting presentation which combines music with history, science and fun. This workshop features a fascinating and exotic array of guitar cousins such as the Mexican bajo sexto, the Portuguese guitarra and the Bolivian charango along with modern ones such as the electronic e-bow guitar. Tim Chambers and Simon Rovis-Herman will present a mixture of history and guitar construction, and play a fabulous array of music from Europe and Latin America involving students in the performance. 'They are masters at unravelling musical experiences for children ... My students loved every minute.' Jackie Ewers, Music Specialist City Beach Primary School. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 100 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Commedia Academy of Australia Commedia Dell'Arte Commedia Academy of Australia collaborates with professional educators to provide arts experiences that encourage students to interact, reflect and respond creatively. Sanjiva Margio and Giri Mazzella have worked with festivals, schools and community groups for over two decades. With four performances to choose from, they bring to life commedia characters with music, humour, song, some Italian vocabulary and plenty of joyous audience interaction. A variety of workshops and residencies are available, including Neutral Mask, Improvisation, Theatre Sports, Physical Theatre, Clowning, Buffoon, Medieval Jester, Ancient Greek and Roman Comedy. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 200 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Federation Dance Duo Early Australian/First Settlers music The Federation Dance Music Duo teaches students the musical background to early Australia as a multicultural society. The duo play traditional Australian dance music between the 1800s when the first settlers arrived in Australia, up to the 1950s which saw the beginnings of 'bush bands'.  Students are involved by playing percussive instruments such as spoons and tambourines and can learn the basic dance steps for waltzes, barn and skipping dances. Students will also be made aware that the traditional Australian tunes are multicultural in origin, having evolved from the folk music of Great Britain, Austria, Germany, Poland and Bohemia. Performers: 2 Maximum Attendance: 30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Trio Alegra Ethnic Trio Alegra plays an ethnic whirlwind of music along the gypsy trail and beyond, with an electic mix of Latin, French, Russian, Eastern European and Gyspy influences. With Eddie Staszak on accordion, Laura Mitchell on violin and Corinne Brokken on double bass, this dynamic trio will delight audiences with a unique blend of racing dance music and passionate lyrical numbers. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 3 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Grace Barbe Seychelles Rhythms Grace Barbe is a singer songwriter from the islands of Seychelles. Her music reflects and celebrates the diverse and cultural influences of the Indian Ocean (African, Caribbean, European and Asian), while modern reggae and world music also have a strong influence in her sound. Accompanied by her band (Seychelles Rhythms) or only by her producer/guitarist Jamie Searle, Grace offers beautiful songs sang in English, Kreol and French in styles of reggae, soul, bossa nova, samba, island and world genres. This is beautiful music not to miss. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: depending on the workshop or performance Maximum Attendance:200 Professional Development for Teachers Available: No You can book an artist or performers on-line here

David Hyams Celtic Music David Hyams is a composer, producer, and instrumentalist from Fremantle in Western Australia. He plays acoustic and electric guitars, dobro, mandolin and bouzouki in various musical styles - spanning blues to the cutting edge folk rock. David is also the man behind the "Miles to Go band", which contains some of Western Australia's finest musicians on a world spanning array of instruments; from cello and wood flute, to didgeridoo and trombone. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: 1 (workshop), up to 4 musicians and 3 dancers (performers) Maximum Attendance:30 workshops, 200 performances Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Ziggy - New Generation African Fusion Ziggy - New Generation plays a fusion of African, Salsa and Latin rhythms with elements of reggae, funk, rap and jazz. The African influence is primarily from the groovy M'balah rhythms, which are contemporary rhythms unique to Senegal. Ziggy Mabeye Diagne, winner of 2001 and 2006 WAMI Award for "Best World Music Song" brings all his musical experience from Senegal, West Africa and combines his talents with some of WA's best musicians. Ziggy has an outstanding reputation as a musical mentor, having imparted his wealth of skills, knowledge and experience to many musicians who have become forefront in the music arena. Appeals to all ages Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: Depends on performance Maximum Attendance:Depends performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

NGEWELL KORA African Fusion Led by internationally acclaimed musician and dancer Ziggy Mabeye Diagne on percussion (djembe, sabar, tama), strings (kora, guitar), mbira and vocals, The Ngewell Kora Group focuses its music in traditional Senegalese and West African rhythm and song, using a range of traditional instruments including the hauntingly beautiful sounds of the kora (a 21 string harp). Combined with great rhythms and soaring melodies and harmonies, the experience of this music will touch your soul and get your feet moving! With several decades of experience, Ziggy's style of teaching and workshop facilitation is as dynamic and engaging as his performances. Appeals to all ages. Form:BANDS, TRIOS, DUOS Performers: Depends on performance Maximum Attendance:Depends performance Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

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Japanese Origami Origami is the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. The goal of this art is to create a representation of an object using geometric folds and crease patterns without the use of gluing or cutting the paper, and using only one piece of paper. Form:WORKSHOP Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Mural Paintings Workshops Federico Medina Mexican-born artists Federico Medina has worked with many different communities assisting them to express their dreams and aspirations using his extensive teaching experience and Mural Painting as his artistic medium. Form:WORKSHOP Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Henna Tatooing Henna has a very long history with centuries of migration and cultural interaction. The beautiful designs of henna tattoos can be seen all around the world in many different shapes and sizes reflecting the culture and interests of each individual who chooses to decorate their body with henna tattooing. You will enjoy this fun art workshop that will take you on a journey through India and the Arabic Peninsula. Form:WORKSHOP Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Hair Braiding Hair Braiding is an ancient art, handed from generation to generation in Africa, each region having its own traditional styles and distinctive aesthetics. Glamorous or casual, create the hair style you want in this exciting art workshop. Form:WORKSHOP Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:30 Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

Theatre Renata Martins Brazilian-born artist Renata Martins has acted in many plays around the world. She received her tertiary education in Interdisciplinary Arts and Performances from Arizona State University in United States and has taught drama for more than 15 years. Renata utilises Augusto Boal's theatrical method to introduce drama to new students. Her workshop features warm up games, group work, facial expressions, body language, voice and intonation work, concentration games and drama skills such as mime and improvisation. The theme of this project is multiculturalism. Renata encourages kids to look at diversity as an integrated part of the society using drama techniques as a tool for their investigation. Form:WORKSHOP Performers: 1 Maximum Attendance:Flexible Professional Development for Teachers Available: Yes You can book an artist or performers on-line here

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You can book an artist or performers on-line here Please note: Not all performance options are included on this list! If you require a specific genre please enquire. Costs are subject to change and exclude GST. Regional areas may incur further costs. For further enquiries please email admin@kulcha.com.au KULCHA Multicultural Arts of WA (08) 9336 4544 PO Box 1555 Fremantle WA 6959