A group of local musically-minded kids (and some of their parents) last month joined a group of 290 children from 71 different schools in 22 local government areas at a Moorambilla Voices residency camp in Baradine.
Moorambilla Voices is a unique arts program that is more than a choir, but an organisation that seeks to empower children and young people to think big, dream wide and connect to country.
Through the program, children get to work with outstanding Australian composers, musicians, choreographers and visual artists to co-create joyful performances.
In addition to experiencing choral singing, Japanese Taiko drumming, dance and visual arts, the children have the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, bravely challenge themselves to try new things and collaborate to create a unique body of work.
Moorambilla Voices founder, Artistic Director and Conductor, Michelle Leonard OAM, was impressed with the children’s efforts at the residency camp.
“Singing in languages other than your own is hard, so can remembering which hand or foot goes where!
“The Moorambilla residential camp experience puts our young performers well out of their comfort zone,” Michelle said.
“And yet, with a determination that belies their age, we see children from eight to 18 work in sessions facilitated by professionals to create performances that are deeply connected to Country with an energy that is a true reflection of their collective ability.”
The children have another residency camp this month prior to their gala performance at the Dubbo Regional Theatre at the end of month
