tag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:/blogs/news?p=4NEWS2020-11-02T08:16:44+08:00Madjitil Moornafalsetag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/64681112020-11-02T08:16:44+08:002023-07-24T16:13:14+08:00Volume 2 Available Now!<p>We are excited to present this Songbook Volume 2, including 13 totally new songs from 10 moorditj Aboriginal songwriters plus four songs from Vol 1, updated with Noongar translations. George Walley’s highly popular ‘Wandjoo My Friend’ has an extra verse, welcoming 18 new animals ‘back to our home’. <br>A song for the Six Noongar Seasons was written by our Koorlong - Noongar songs in schools team - ‘Bibbulmun Bonar’. This has already proved a winner with koorlungas (children).</p>
<p> </p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/62076192020-02-07T21:50:21+08:002020-07-20T10:54:33+08:00MM Branding<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/9ca95af586135792cfa6d19525b0d0cbd4c482a9/original/madjitil-morna-all-logos-on-background.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>The new branding package, that Jo has been working on with Media on Mars, was unveiled on Monday night with many 'Ooohs' and 'Ahhhs'. </p>
<p>Kobi was inspired to suggest local birds to represent each entity of MM, since we started with the two koolbardi on the original logo..…’black and white can be together, free as bush birds on a branch.’ </p>
<p>The karak was chosen for Koondarm - a striking bird for a remarkable 'young adult vocal collective.’ </p>
<p>The djidi-djidi (willy wagtail, mischief bird) seemed appropriate for Koorlong and last year Bella Steadman drew a delightful logo which has been modified a little to sit with its mates in this circle. </p>
<p>You will see the yoowitj represents Kannajil (in truth). What better bird for community singing and yarning sessions! </p>
<p>Huge thanks to Ute and Sean at Media on Mars for their close attention to detail, to get our birds looking right for the jobs! We hope you feel proud of new branding for MM.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/59059242019-09-26T18:05:16+08:002021-07-04T16:47:42+08:00Kobi's Award Nomination<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/a8b8c688adce4eaae6fc9b88010c503d22420c2b/original/img-2244.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Our Kobi Arthur Morrison has been nominated for the YACWA - The Mission Australia Cultural Endeavours Award 2019! This award recognises young people who have overcome disadvantage and/or made a significant contribution to the community through a cultural endeavour, including drama, visual arts, digital and/or technology, dance, debating, literary pursuits or music.</p>
<p>Madjitil Moorna Coordinator, Jo Randell, penned this letter of support for consideration by the Board of Selectors.</p>
<p>"When Kobi was 11 years old, he sometimes came to choir practice with his mother Della Rae Morrison.</p>
<p>The choir is Madjitil Moorna – Singers of Aboriginal Songs – a unique community choir for all ages and abilities, led </p>
<p>by Aboriginal performers. Della Rae was a founding Music Director and I </p>
<p>coordinated the project for Zig Zag Community Arts, Kalamunda. In 2011 </p>
<p>the choir became incorporated and in 2014, Madjitil Moorna Inc gained </p>
<p>Deductible Gift Recipient status. </p>
<p>By the time Kobi was 15, he had fallen in love with the guitar and was </p>
<p>learning how to accompany the choir’s songs, by watching George Walley, </p>
<p>much-loved Noongar songwriter, performer and choir leader. He gradually </p>
<p>gained skill and confidence and in 2014 Madjitil Moorna began to pay him </p>
<p>very modestly, to accompany rehearsals and performances. He also began </p>
<p>writing his own beautiful songs. </p>
<p>Kobi always had big dreams. He could see that the choir was not only </p>
<p>enriching the lives of the singers of all abilities and backgrounds but also </p>
<p>shaping attitudes and building understanding amongst audiences across </p>
<p>WA, through the songs and shared experiences. He dreamt of starting his </p>
<p>own ‘offspring’ choir, for young people. With a friend, in 2016, he began </p>
<p>what has become Koondarm (The Dreaming) Choir. Adopting the same ethos </p>
<p>as Madjitil Moorna*, young people from all backgrounds and abilities are </p>
<p>welcome to join rehearsals and when ready, to perform. </p>
<p>(*See the Objectives of Madjitil Moorna on a separate page.) </p>
<p>Koondarm Choir is much-loved, performing at festivals and events, singing </p>
<p>songs from Madjitil Moorna’s repertoire - often with very creative adaptation </p>
<p>and Noongar translation – and some of Kobi’s own beautiful songs."</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Your MM moort are right behind you Kobi! In our eyes you've already won.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/58750192019-08-30T13:49:26+08:002020-09-15T13:51:51+08:00Vale Polly<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/933c5c15714306139068a534e85a9f076caea3f2/original/screen-shot-2019-08-30-at-13-48-52.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />On Monday 26 August 2019, Madjitil Moorna Choir was honoured to sing at the state funeral of the late Graham Polly Farmer. Polly's daughter, Kimmy Farmer, who is also Della Rae's dear cousin, requested that we sing at the end of the ceremony. Polly's family expressed the wish that the funeral be a celebration of Polly's life, with many stories told about the great marmaan (man) and his contribution to Aussie Rules Football, the wider community and most importantly, his family. So 35 of us went to work rehearsing a variation of the song Hello Dolly, in two part harmonies. With less than a week to bring this together, Della Rae and Kobi led the choir through a powerful and moving performance as Polly's body was led away for the final time. Bordah Djinang (see you later) Polly.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Well hello Polly </p>
<p>You’ll be missed Polly </p>
<p>Was so nice to have you back where you belong </p>
<p>You're so swell, Polly </p>
<p>We can tell, Polly </p>
<p>You're still glowin', you're still crowin', you're still goin' strong </p>
<p>We felt the ground swayin' </p>
<p>While the team's playin' </p>
<p>One of our favourite games from way back when </p>
<p>So don’t take the wrap fellas </p>
<p>Do another lap, Polly </p>
<p>Polly, never go away again </p>
<p>Promise, you'll never go away </p>
<p>Polly, never go away again </p>
<p> </p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/58241242019-07-14T19:58:47+08:002022-05-17T17:11:05+08:00Walyalup Kannajil Update from Susie<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/36f311690861239802120cf5dcee18cee82f4922/original/66093717-657788361361546-8237821400568561664-n.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Walyalup Kannajil have just finished our first term for 2019, and how moorditj it has been! Our first session on May 8 (Maaattee!) saw 34 members in attendance, and subsequent weeks saw an average of about 28 people coming along, including a few kwobidak koolangka! Everyone has just loved Kobi and his gentle ways, as well as engaging with our special guests, which have included Brendan Moore (Aboriginal Engagement Officer, City of Fremantle), Dr. Richard Walley and Aunty Mingli McGlade. We’ve also been lucky enough to have had a few regular members who are specialist Noongar language teachers. It has been so very touching to see everyone’s involvement in WK, from volunteering to help with organising the songsheets, welcoming new members, setting up the room to bringing something to share for supper. We’re also very grateful for the continued support from MMers in particular moorditj yoorga Jemma, Cathi and Jo! </p>
<p>We had a great end to the term with a joint performance with Madjitil Moorna at the City of Fremantle’s NAIDOC Week opening event on 7th July at our old haunt, PCYC, Fremantle. For many WKer’s it was their first public performance, and while it started with many jostling for a coveted back row position, there were many smiles and full hearts post-gig! </p>
<p>A last highlight for WK has been being shortlisted as one of eight applicants (out of a total 27) for the Impact100 Fremantle grant. We’ve made it through to the second round which includes the submission of a detailed application and a site visit from donors in July & August respectively. After this, donors will select just four finalists for the last round in November, which involves giving a 10-minute pitch to donors who will then vote for one lucky recipient to receive $100,000! </p>
<p>With current funding from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, WK are looking forward to 3 more terms, taking us to April 2020.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/58099222019-07-01T18:35:34+08:002019-07-01T18:35:34+08:00Koorlong Update from Kylie<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/84e35222dab072a595e9a4d760caa601cf2abb75/original/koorlongmob.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Recently the Koorlog team presented songs to the Canningvale Pre-Kindy students. </p>
<p>We visited the centre three times for three different groups of children and each group had a very different feel. The first group was a little shy and reluctant to sit too close. The second group mobbed Kobi with cries of “Kaya” and “Wanjoo” as he walked in the door, pulling him down to read stories on the floor. The third group was difficult to get in the door from outside. </p>
<p>Our presenters, Keira and Cezera, are new with us and were learning to introduce songs, give instruction, set tempi and highlight certain language elements. They are learning fast! </p>
<p>“I’m a Yongka” is always a favourite, and we are all pretty tired by the time we’ve hopped and stopped and scratched and munched and chewed. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/4fde98fd40c2edab91018f4f46721d86204fe6ff/original/im-a-yongka.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>“Marwit” is a great song for bringing the energy of the children back down after all that hopping around. The children took delight in rocking their teddies (and bilbies) whist they sang quietly. </p>
<p>When Kobi announced that we were singing “We Are One”, many children started to hold three fingers up to tell us that they were three. This made us realise that they were literally interpreting the title of the song and lead to further explanation that we are all one big family or moort. </p>
<p>The children had been well prepared and could sing the lyrics of “Nidja Noongar Boodja Koort”, thanks to the assistance of their teacher, Lisa, and we could still hear the strains of this song, being hummed as we left the room. </p>
<p>Boordawan </p>
<p>Kylie </p>
<p>Manager Koorlong workshops for Madjitil Moorna Inc <br>Singing ~ learning ~ healing ~ Bringing cultures together.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/58083482019-06-29T20:33:19+08:002022-02-02T20:19:42+08:00Dilbi Kannajil<p>Woola! A new series of Kannajil workshops, aptly named 'Dilbi Kannajil', is all set to begin on 12 August 2019 from 12:30-2:30 at Trillion Trees in Hazelmere. </p>
<p>Dilbi is the local Noongar word for "new shoots/green leaves' and is a nod to our friends at Trillion Trees. Kannajil means 'in truth'. </p>
<p>See you on the 12th August! Bring your koorda (friends)!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/c4433de1a1201924645f5306b41879da4e2d14a9/original/33340957-197167677769973-187004014234173440-n-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/58082832019-06-29T17:03:35+08:002019-07-02T21:30:55+08:00Our Kwobidak Banner<p>Many people have asked about our banner. Sisters Maureen Foster and Gloria Bliss did the banner design, using the Koolbardi (magpie) logo and adding yarning circles, pathways and footprints. Choir members put their hand-prints in the half-finished canvas and decorated them. Then the ladies took it home and tied it all together, colour and design-wise. Gorgeous isn’t it! Years later they re-did it with more waterproof paint and with the help of upper Primary kids at Maureen’s school (she’s an Ab’l Ed Officer at a Bungaree ps in Rockingham.) Fab women!</p>
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<p>Jo</p>
<p>Madjitil Moorna Choir Coordiator<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/6b279a1cca46879fb1888776d54cb9c4fa04cf90/original/banner-mk-i.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/a130e95539d597d7e08df25e2e26c4d18422f772/original/banner-detail.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/55470002018-12-10T08:42:51+08:002022-03-02T13:46:38+08:00That's a wrap!<p>This past Thursday wraps up the year for us here at Madjitil Moorna. Our last gig for the year was a blast, thanks to Notre Dame for having us back!</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/53292332018-07-03T17:32:03+08:002019-10-28T16:14:17+08:00Makuru Break for Busy Choir<p>NAIDOC is always a busy time....and then we have a break. In 2018 we return on 13 August, with George Walley as guest director while Della Rae Morrison is performing in the play 'The Season', across several states. </p>
<p>Catch us at one of our public NAIDOC gigs (see 'Events') or join us back at 24 Anderson Road on 13 August, 6:30 - 8:30pm.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/dbdb9d589b7620edfa6e5b41156de4266f58236f/original/dn3-8197cca.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/52808922018-06-07T19:04:32+08:002022-05-30T03:06:01+08:00Hazlemere Kannajil<p>By Dawn Michelle</p>
<p>The Kannajil Workshops in Hazelmere were a gentle introduction to the Noongar language, led by Kobi Morrison. The introduction to the workshops was by way of a Welcome to Country by Ted Wilkes. He gave some fascinating insights into his culture and explained the significance of the smoking ceremony with his niece Leonie. Participants took part in the smoking ceremony, intrigued and fascinated while the smoke wafted around them. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/4e8207a4e6d21199f036ee9ac3591855cd83a12b/original/img-1514.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_small">Della Rae Morrison addressing the Kannajil participants after the smoking ceremony led by Ted Wilkes (2nd on the right)</span></p>
<p>Some participants came each week, others to one or two sessions. Everyone was intrigued by the language and all I believe, enjoyed the explanations and translations. A Maori woman and her children relaxed more as each session unfolded and enjoyed it more each time. The children embraced the language and were often the first to venture the translated word. Another participant joined in at the Walyalup Kannajil/Madjitil Moorna/Koorlong event at City Farm and told me it was a wonderful event. </p>
<p>One week a 94 year old came and thanked everyone and said she applauded wholeheartedly what we were doing and what we were achieving. As part of the practice for The Sorry Song, while part of The Apology was read out, she broke down sobbing, so strongly did she feel about it. She had many Aboriginal friends and connections long ago in the north of the state. </p>
<p>The week after that, while we sewed desert hibiscus commemorative flowers to give to the Stolen Generations on Sorry Day, Uncle Alan Kickett came and told some of his history and the history of the area. Two participants sat spellbound. They stopped their sewing and listened to him, obviously fascinated by his depth of knowledge, his passion and his commitment to his culture. </p>
<p>The participants are looking forward to the final workshop on June 8 and were happy to do “something different” whatever that may turn out to be.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/52600232018-05-27T21:39:51+08:002021-05-10T17:08:03+08:00Sorry Day 2018<p>Sorry Day 2018 </p>
<p>Kaya, </p>
<p>On Saturday 26th May 2018 when we sing the <em>Sorry Song</em> at Yagan Square, we will be remembering and celebrating Sorry Day. Sorry Day came out of the ‘Bringing Them Home’ report which was tabled in Federal Parliament in 1997. It was a report into the generations of Stolen people from Aboriginal families. This inspired songwriter Kerry Fletcher write the <em><a contents="Sorry Song" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sorrysong.com.au/" style="" target="_blank">Sorry Song</a></em> to encourage us to say ‘sorry to the people from this land’. </p>
<p>In 2008, Prime Minster Kevin Rudd, said a <a contents="historic ‘sorry’" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhbeTqdgDLY" target="_self">historic ‘sorry’</a> to the people for what the Australian government and colonists had done to them by purposely breaking up their families. Kerry added another verse to the Sorry Song to reflect the national apology. Madjitil Moorna choir sings this song every year on Sorry Day, May 26th. </p>
<p>The <a contents="Kimberley Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.kimberleystolengeneration.com.au/" target="_self">Kimberley Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation</a> has chosen the purple desert hibiscus as symbol for Sorry Day due to the resilience of the stolen people. Like a flower that can bloom in tough situations, the survivors of the trauma are growing strong and improving understanding and wellbeing for their children and others. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/52c10b2f7b2bfd6886f72f8a79ef9a31efd3d0d2/original/img-0411.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Members of Madjitil Moorna making Sorry Day Flowers before choir rehearsal on Monday </p>
<p>We are happy to be part of this reconciliation and love to share the message with the community through the arts. We sing and make fabric flowers as a memento. We enjoy learning from Aboriginal people, when they share their stories with us on Monday nights at rehearsals. </p>
<p>Boordawan, </p>
<p>Therese Duirs </p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">If you'd like to make your own Sorry Day flowers, <a contents="click here to download our tutorial" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://madjitilmoorna.org.au/diy-handcrafted-flowers" target="_self">click here to download our tutorial</a>.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/49401612017-11-20T14:29:57+08:002017-11-20T14:31:01+08:00Madjitil Moorna at Dunsborough Songfest<p>Such a lovely weekend of song and friendship and great Dunsborough hospitality, just had. Plenty of time for swims as well. Some breathtaking choirs......and lots of people loved us. Della Rae Morrison and Kobi Arthur Morrison led us as we tackled George Walleyssong ‘I Believe’ for the first time. Nervous business but Kylie Bishop sang the solo parts so beautifully.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/48780572017-10-05T16:05:02+08:002018-07-03T17:24:18+08:00Join Us<p>George Walley will be leading us Monday 8 Oct 2017. It's been ages......and he has a new song for us. It's kwobadak (beautiful). All welcome. Wandjoo wandjoo! <br>24 Anderson Rd Forrestfield 6:30-8:30. $10 and $5. All ages, voices etc.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/c63b273a50e0a8cd294a90cc60dc6e09cc05b30d/original/22221709-1427770347276134-3348127354340912626-n.jpg?1507190678" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/48780542017-10-05T16:00:07+08:002020-09-16T15:42:19+08:00MM's KOORLONG <p>Noongar Songs in Schools program is growing. Kids and teachers are loving contemporary Noongar songs, delivered by Aboriginal performers on Noongar Country. See www.madjitilmoorna.org.aufor info and to register</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/1bcb5be7f7c162c51f6167823ae22244bf3327ce/original/21761502-274307089747645-6719327956042891103-n.jpg?1507190381" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/1bcb5be7f7c162c51f6167823ae22244bf3327ce/original/21761502-274307089747645-6719327956042891103-n.jpg?1507190381" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/47484912017-06-18T11:33:04+08:002017-06-18T11:33:04+08:00Heading towards busy NAIDOC and then our annual Makuru Break.<p>Some lovely big gigs are coming up for MM, in schools and community. Highlights include NAIDOC celebrations in Mandurah, Midland and Ashfield where we'd love to meet old friends and new. These events/festivals are for everyone! </p>
<p>Then after NAIDOC Week,We take a big Makuru break, returning 14 Aug this year (apart from a few lovely gigs) <br>So tomorrow 19th and 26th June we rehearse (people welcome to visit, but please come at 6:30 so there's time for a yarn before we sing 7 - 8:30pm.) Then the break. Please have a look at Events for info on gigs coming up.) </p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/46149642017-03-03T22:15:58+08:002017-03-03T22:15:58+08:00Great start to 2017!<p>Great start to 2017 with Candice, Delly and Kobi....and so many other great characters! Jemma thrilled us with her pro recording gear (microphone dubbed 'Balyit' hairy man)</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/45810512017-02-08T11:25:27+08:002017-02-08T11:25:28+08:00FRINGE was SOLD OUT!<p>Huge excitement in the last hours as tickets sold out (and some partners were left out in the cold/hot, ooowaaa!) What a buzz it was, with a great crowd, MMers shining like the stars they are…and George and Kobi leading strongly. Candice gave extra polish and led us in the encore: Joe Geia’s Yil Lull. Other favourites included George’s (exhausting) I’m a Yongka and Aunty Josie proudly singing her Wongatha language, beside the Noongar chorus in We Are One. <br>Will we do it again next year?? <br>Thanks to Saskia for the great photos!<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/7937a1e576626ad3f57be5a6ddc14d1dc0893b62/original/14.jpg?1486524231" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/ab7accb74f5841d345f6261908a55baaa42ea5e4/original/12.jpg?1486524230" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/00e2619f98e9e55a6a09851ffff7529c6a87ad9c/original/30.jpg?1486524231" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/60b7ca63b6f2d31917cdd82f576a963242e387dc/original/39.jpg?1486524230" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/44110112016-10-09T17:07:28+08:002017-03-03T22:21:46+08:00Count-down to Kalamunda Zig Zag FestivalOn SUNDAY 30 October we'll be celebrating our 10th Anniversary performance at the ZIG ZAG FESTIVAL. Just as we did in 2006, we're planning to sing 6 new songs - this time with a primary school choir. <p>Performing is such a BUZZ. If you want to join us on stage, come to practice these next 3 Mondays and make sure you have audio files and lyrics to help you learn the songs in a hurry!! They aren't difficult and new people stand behind confident singers in the short term. <br>All welcome.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/43715832016-09-14T21:58:07+08:002017-03-03T23:50:06+08:00Delly Stokes from Yabu Band teaches MM 'Campfires'Aunty Josie Boyle invited Delly Stokes from 'Yabu Band' to choir practice (What a gorgeous voice he has! )<br>we learnt two from Delly, one of which we'll be recording for CURTIN TV show, 'NOONGAR DANJOO'. This is called 'Campfires' and is a plea to keep culture and stories alive for the young ones. <br><br>The second song we learnt was 'Healing Our Culture' which was written at the time of The Apology to Stolen Generations in February 2008.<br>Delly and MM share the belief in songs as agents of change and healing. It was a thrill on Monday to have his daughter and her friend singing with him. <br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/c3a64945c80a0da507bae887cf59b3d6d709026a/original/img-1458.jpg?1473839086" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/ba5fff3673fbf53ef966064f9e7b9269c3628b07/original/img-1463.jpg?1473839274" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/c3a64945c80a0da507bae887cf59b3d6d709026a/original/img-1458.jpg?1473839086" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/43142552016-08-08T12:25:00+08:002017-06-05T17:48:09+08:00GUEST NIGHT TONIGHT - IT'S BEEN 10 YEARS!!<p>Come at 6.30 and meet (or re-meet!) a few people. George Walley is leading us tonight, from 7 - 8.30. <br>We can lend you a welcome file or if you think you’ve found the right choir, it’s yours for $2. :) </p>
<p>We’re a bit different - not just the singing, time for talking culture too. <br>Expect a warm welcome!<br><br>24 ANDERSON RD, FORRESTFIELD </p>
<p>Boordah (Noongar: Bye for now) <br>Jo </p>
<p>Cost is $10 or $5 concession <br>(Ask about a USB of songs on your second night. )</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/42982532016-08-01T15:20:00+08:002022-05-17T16:16:36+08:00POSITION VACANT<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_xl"><strong>Calling for moorditj Noongar Songs in Schools Workshop Presenters. </strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We are looking for people who <strong>love to sing, are strong in their culture and keen to spread Noongar language in schools</strong> :) </p>
<p>Kobi Arthur Morrison and Tori Oakley, Candice Lorrae and Kristel Kickett have done a great job so far..... and into the future we will need extra people as schools get on board. Please get in touch asap. contacts@madjitilmoorna.org.au 0409116460 </p>
<p>Content (songs and ideas) for the school song workshops will be provided plus training and guidance in how to deliver a workshop. This is a paid position, with presenters contracting with MM. A current Working With Children Certificate is needed.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_xl"><strong>A FREE Training Session - <em>'Tips for Engaging and Managing the Kids' </em></strong></span><br><span class="font_large">for potential workshop presenters will be held at</span><br><br><strong><span class="font_xl">SATURDAY 6 AUGUST - 9:00 till 12:30</span><br><span class="font_large">Headingly Road Cottage, 11 Headingly Rd, Kalamunda</span></strong></p>
<p><br><span class="font_large"><strong>Register now and please share across your networks <br>ContactUs@madjitilmoorna.org.au or call Jo on 0409116460</strong><br><br>Highly experienced <strong>Teacher Jan Applin</strong> and much-loved <strong>Storyteller Aunty Josie Boyle</strong> will run this first training session<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/6746fb9f8f8bd4832758cbedf2ea4f423d678b4b/original/zigzag-nsis-flyerfront.jpg?1454957370" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span><br> </p>
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<p> </p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/42649952016-07-06T11:48:56+08:002022-04-08T20:48:49+08:00Documentary on TV tonight and repeated on Saturday 9 July<p>Sing For Health with 8 wonderful choirs.</p>
<p>Be sure to watch WTV for a 1 hour concert special of the Act Belong Commit-Sing for Health Concert this Wednesday 6th July at 8pm with an encore airing Saturday 9 July at 3pm - WTV channel 44<br><br>Madjitil Moorna was thrilled to play a lead role in this wonderful and soulful concert.</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/42570802016-06-30T20:38:33+08:002016-06-30T20:38:33+08:00NAIDOC Week GigsMM's excited to be performing for the first time this year, at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and at Ashfield Reserve, Bassendean. We have 3 intimate and 2 large public gigs over the next week and people are juggling things so they can be there :). Can't think of a busier choir! <br><br>MAKURU Break comes after that - time for a bit of R&R. It's been a bit crazy and singers and musos need a well-earned rest.<br><br>MONDAY 8 AUGUST is the NEW START. All welcome to a new era for MM - under the leadership of the fabulous BILLIE COURT!Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/42060742016-06-01T14:20:10+08:002021-04-05T22:51:45+08:00Koondarm Choir is back this week!<p>Kaya Koondarmers! </p>
<p>Thanks to all of you for coming to our trial throughout the month of May. Seeing so many young people interested in Aboriginal language and culture and bringing those together through singing is absolutely wonderful. </p>
<p><strong>We're back on this Wednesday at 6.30 at Perth City Farm</strong>. As <a contents="Perth City Farm" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/PerthCityFarm/?fref=ts">Perth City Farm</a> are kindly donating the use of their facilities to us, we just ask that you bring a small $2 donation to put towards helping them to keep doing the wonderful stuff that they do day in and day out. </p>
<p>If you're a not so great at remembering the words of the songs we've been singing, you can find the song lyrics on the <a contents="Member's Page" data-link-label="Members Area" data-link-type="page" href="/members-area">Member's Page</a> of the Madjitil Moorna website. This page is protected by the password '<em>madjitil</em>'. The songs we've sung so far are: </p>
<ul> <li>Wanjoo </li> <li>We Are One </li> <li>Serra Ray </li> <li>Universal Love </li>
</ul>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/78572df31b597af2f7bbd074fde25d04620d63f4/medium/koondarm.jpg?1464708870" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><br>We've had some wonderful group pictures over the last few weeks, but we think the 'class photo' last week was the best so far. If you have any ideas for creative group pics let us know so we can make it happen. Creative warm ups are also in demand, so if you think yours can beat 'sick mouse' we'd love to hear it. </p>
<p>Finally, don't forget to like our <a contents="Facebook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/Koondarm-Choir-202171600167722/">Facebook</a> page if you haven't already. There you'll find all of our photos and the most up-to-date information, as well as information about other projects including Madjitil Moorna and the Noongar Songs in Schools Project. It's also the easiest way to tell your friends about Koondarm Choir, and they can see all the fun things we get up to for themselves. </p>
<p>See you 6.30 on Wednesdays at Perth City Farm </p>
<p>Boorda!</p>Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/42043672016-05-31T17:16:51+08:002017-02-05T22:23:56+08:00Gidge Field Day a Treat!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/809d732ff95ffbffbfbcdf9766d73a3ffccae4bc/original/img-0302.jpg?1464664480" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/d355f52abe9809a95f9bc6ad399a58b34b8b492b/original/img-0289.jpg?1464664412" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/a4f82a67e5f41e4ee3b2adcf2dd72304bf3a477a/original/img-0288.jpg?1464664362" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br>Billie Court sang with MM for the first time and our littlest singer Evie wore a scarf and Sorry Day flower, just like her gorgeous mum and sang all the Noongar songs that some of us haven't quite got our tongues around yet!<br> Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/41588442016-04-29T16:34:31+08:002016-04-29T16:34:31+08:00April 2016 NewsletterKaya everyone!<br><br>Pauline has put together our April 2016 newsletter having a look back on 2016 so far. If you haven't received it from Pauline already, you can view it <a contents="here" data-link-label="10-mm-newletter-may-2016.pdf" data-link-type="file" href="/files/239358/10-mm-newletter-may-2016.pdf">here</a>. <br><br>If you'd like to receive it as soon as it comes off the press, you can request to be put on Pauline's mailing list by sending her an email at <a contents="news@madjitilmoorna.org.au" data-link-label="" data-link-type="email" href="mailto:news@madjitilmoorna.org.au">news@madjitilmoorna.org.au</a>.<br><br>Also, don't forget to also join the <a contents="Madjitil Moorna mailing list " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.madjitilmoorna.org.au/home">Madjitil Moorna mailing list </a>to hear about upcoming events and gigs, new things that Madjitil Moorna are doing, and information about our <a contents="Noongar Songs in Schools project " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.madjitilmoorna.org.au/noongar-songs-in-schools-project">Noongar Songs in Schools project </a>and the <a contents="Koondarm Choir" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/Koondarm-Choir-202171600167722/">Koondarm Choir</a>.<br><br>We hope to see you on Sunday 1st of May at our Pinjarra Massacre Site Tour with George Walley and friends. Tickets and more information can be found <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.trybooking.com/KVXP">here</a>.Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/41119752016-03-30T13:47:32+08:002017-02-05T20:03:16+08:00AGM and exciting newsNext Monday 4 April we'll vote in the new committee (not many changes, fortunately) and then news of what's up ahead will follow. Hoping for lots of singers and interested extras to come along and hear about what's new, what's continuing and how we plan to make it happen!<br>6.30 for 7pm start 24 Anderson Rd, Forrestfield. Meeting, refreshments and singing. Come along!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/b87281e062b03b7ae5962c8bcb37edc724805871/original/ex-web-banner.png?1428912561" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/40161182016-01-30T17:07:11+08:002016-02-15T15:28:12+08:00NEW START - Come and join us!!So the big long summer break is over and it feels like time to get singing again. We have some lovely gigs coming up and the amazing Candice Lorrae of The Merindas is leading us into the new year! Moorditj Noongar Man, George Walley will lead us in some of the gigs. With Kobi on Guitar and Tori on Violin the singing sounds pretty good!<br><br>If you think it's time to learn some local language or you've always wanted to sing with other people, MM might be what you're looking for. We take all voices, all backgrounds and Candice will get you singing and blending in. <br><br>MON 8 FEB - come at 6.30 for a cuppa and yarn. 7.00 we sing.Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39629492015-12-14T16:30:11+08:002017-02-05T15:48:39+08:00Rest.......ahh.......<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/90be8d83541eb7167cb04054264476e746acd643/medium/dn1-5411cca.jpg?1428906638" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><br>It's been a big year, with weekly rehearsals, 31 performances and 15 school visits as part of the Noongar Songs in Schools Project. Now it's time for a break over Birak (this Noongar summery season). <br><br>Thanks everyone for your energy and hard work this year. <br><br>A great time to start with MM is first week back - MON 8 FEB 2016. Come and meet like-minded people, learn a bit of language and just sing! All voices welcome.Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39106402015-11-03T11:20:14+08:002015-11-03T11:20:14+08:00Big Week!<ul> <li>Movie fundraiser on Thursday night is SOLD OUT! Thanks heaps for the interest.</li> <li>Fri 6th Nov is Aveley Primary School's big multicultural Open Night. All welcome, from 5.30pm</li> <li>Sat 7th early......GARAGE SALE! See Events.</li>
</ul>Lovely comments coming back about the amazing Noongar Songs massed choir at the Zig Zag Festival. Lovely quotes to tuck into the report to all supporters! This project is really important. Get onboard if your school needs more Noongar language and culture. Call Jo 0409116460 or contacts@madjitilmoorna.org.au to arrange a workshop in your school - later this term or next year.Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39058122015-10-29T22:03:39+08:002015-10-29T22:03:39+08:00Fabulous shiny-faced massed choir230 deadly culungas/koorlangas (so many ways to spell this!) from 9 primary schools made up the massed choir on Sunday, singing in Noongar language and thrilling the large audience! It was fantastic! So many teachers and parents were there to support them....so proud of them .They opened the Zig Zag Festival after a stunning Welcome to Country by Ingrid Cumming with dance by Derek Nannup and didge from George Walley.<br><br>Della Rae Morrison led MM while Candice and Kobi led the massed children's choir. No final rehearsal; kids on their BEST behaviour. Tori played her violin during We Are One. People just loved the whole thing!<br> Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39042842015-10-24T18:02:40+08:002021-08-26T22:42:34+08:00NOONGAR SONGS IN SCHOOLS - The Flyer!<span class="font_small"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/065b0248fc3763fd1ca039ea21d0d6fb1f4cd0e9/medium/zigzagflyerfront.jpeg?1445680927" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" /></span><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/161224/8ed37fd0b58ae66b23ff6e028642c3e9be94f170/medium/zigzagflyer.jpeg?1445680921" class="size_m justify_left border_none" alt="" />Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39042702015-10-24T12:45:09+08:002015-10-24T12:46:00+08:00One day....real valueWith just 1 day to go it's great to hear from teachers that the Noongar Songs in Schools Project is really positive.<br>One teacher today said it is 'important beyond measure....to see the eyes of the Noongar kids light up. Lots of kids have joined choir to sing these songs and say they want to stay.'Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/39040592015-10-23T17:47:55+08:002015-10-23T17:47:55+08:00Zig Zag Festival FinaleIt's on.....this weekend! Massed kids choir will sing with MM at the Festival Finale at 6pm. Come early for the parade through Kalamunda, to Stirk Park. Bring warm gear. This is the first time hundreds of kids have sung Noongar songs on Noongar country all together. We're proud of them, their teachers and all the collaborating bands and choirs that will be part of this concert <br>'TRACKS, TREES AND TRAINS' is the theme....the story of Kalamunda, starting with the first people.<br><br>Great Family Festival all day in the park. Hope to see you there!Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/38844082015-10-06T14:54:02+08:002015-10-23T17:41:50+08:00Tickling up the Chuffed campaign!Just 2 days to go now before the Massed Kids Choir at the Zig Zag Festival. Your support of this project that teachers are thrilled with, is so much appreciated!Madjitil Moornatag:madjitilmoorna.org.au,2005:Post/38338932015-09-21T15:32:16+08:002015-09-21T15:32:16+08:00Chuffed!!We've just launched our Chuffed crowd funding campaign for our <a contents="Noongar Songs in Schools Project" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://chuffed.org/project/noongar-songs-in-schools">Noongar Songs in Schools Project</a> and already some wonderful people have put us on the road to achieving our aims!<br><br>We'll be performing with hundreds of kids at the <a contents="Kalamunda Zig Zag Festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.zigzagfestival.org">Kalamunda Zig Zag Festival</a> Finale on the 25th of October at the Sound Shell at Stirk Park at 6pm. <br><br> Madjitil Moorna