Building Public Health Narratives through the music of Les Amazones d’Afrique
Exploring public health narratives and ideas for a new Les Amazones d'Afrique song.
Tue, 04 December 18
Mara!
Acclaimed worldwide for her distinctive voice, Mara Kiek is an authority on Bulgarian vocal technique, song, and folk music.
Her 35-year career has included performances and recordings in styles ranging from folk to early music, and rock to improvised music. Mara was female artist of the year in the Australian World Music Awards in 2000, and has been the recipient of two ARIA’s (Australian Recording Industry Awards).
In 1988, with the assistance of the Australia Council’s Performing Arts Board, Mara travelled from her native Australia to Bulgaria for six months of study in folk music, choral music, and conducting.
Upon her return to Sydney, she recruited around 40 singers and formed the Martinetsa Choir, modeling the ensemble after the magnificent Bulgarian state choirs. Martenitsa has since become one of the most highly regarded and innovative choirs in Australia.
Releases
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Sezoni
Sydney based choir Martenitsa perform Stefan Kozuharov’s groundbreaking 1993 work ‘Sezoni’. Modelled on the magnificent Bulgarian state choirs, Martenitsa has become one of the most highly regarded and innovative choirs in Australia, touring with the legendary Trio Bulgarka and Balkana.
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Real World 25
Various Artists
Beautifully packaged clamshell box with 3 CD wallets, 28 page booklet containing the story of 25 Years of Real World Records, and a collection of Real World Tales with contributions from musicians, producers, designer and managers.
Further reading
Bokanté announce European dates in early 2019
The American-based world music supergroup will tour the UK, including a gig at Celtic Connections.
Mon, 03 December 18
A look back on Geoffrey Oryema’s 1993 video for ‘The River’
Marking the 25th anniversary of Beat The Border, the official video for 'The River' is now online.
Mon, 22 October 18
New Dawn: Track by Track
Producer Søren Kjær Jensen looks at the songs on renowned Somalian ensemble Waaberi's 1997 album.
Sun, 18 November 18