DJEERA GADHU (OCEAN STORIES)
Our newest First Nations Composer in Residence Nicole Smede (Warrimay) curates a program of deadly First Nations music and a panel to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2027.
DETAILS
Tuesday 6 July 6:30pm, Church Street Studios, Sydney
PROGRAM
NAIDOC WEEK PANEL & CONCERT
Curated by Nicole Smede (First Nations Composer in Residence 27-28)
Concert Duration: 90 minutes
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PERFORMERS
Nicole Smede (First Nations Composer in Residence 27/28)
Ensemble Offspring
DESCRIPTION
Our newest First Nations Composer in Residence, Nicole Smede, curates a program of deadly First Nations music and conversation to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2027.
Nicole Smede is a Warrimay woman and multidisciplinary artist based on Yuin Country, working across sound, voice, poetry and installation. Her beautiful work Djeera Gadhu (Ocean Stories) takes centre stage, offering a powerful sonic reflection on connection to Country, culture and the natural world.
Following the performance, join Nicole and a panel of First Nations artists and creatives for a lively, inclusive and interactive conversation exploring contemporary First Nations perspectives on music, creativity and cultural practice.
Presented in the welcoming and intimate space of Church Street Studios, Camperdown, this is an opportunity for deep listening, open-hearted conversation and connection - celebrating the richness, diversity and vitality of contemporary First Nations creative practice.
Join us for a yarn - to learn and listen. Be part of the conversation.
“Ensemble Offspring’s program showcased not only the unique styles and arrangements of the compositions, but also gave a sense of the importance of storytelling for First Nations people.”
“A team of incredible composers, mentors, and Ensemble Offspring’s musical interpreters, coming together to empower First Nations Voices”
“Too Deadly”
“The sheer diversity of styles, some incorporating jazz, percussion, repetitive and vocal elements, ensures variety and attraction.”
“...when First Nations artists are given space to lead, what emerges is a true reflection of the land.”
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Accessibility Information
Unfortunately the building is not wheelchair accessible as there is a flight of stairs inside the venue. If you have accessibility needs, please allow extra time and don’t hesitate to email us at admin@ensembleoffspring.com with your access needs so that we can accommodate you.
SUPPORTED BY
Ensemble Offspring is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW and is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Photo: Sonya Holowell by Keith Saunders
