Voices for Reconciliation Choral Event

The National Reconciliation Week theme for 2024, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will —and must —continue.

Reconciliation Australia is calling on all singers to join us in song for National Reconciliation Week.

The song we will all be singing is Blackfella/Whitefella by Warumpi band.

We will be running a massed choir sing of this song (followed by afternoon tea) on May 11th @ The Wauchope Arts Hall from 1pm. We will rehearse and film the song, and submit it to be part of Reconciliation Australia's National Reconciliation Week (27/5 - 3/6).

We will also be making the video available through our own channels, for singers to share during that week and promote the continued conversation. To quote from Reconciliation Australia:

There have been many moments in Australia’s reconciliation journey that make us want to turn away. But when things are divisive, the worst thing we can do is disengage or disconnect.

Now more than ever, we need to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation. We know that the 6.2 million Australians who voted YES are committed to better outcomes for First Nations people, and are with us.

Reconciliation supporters must stand up to defend and uphold the rights of First Nations peoples. To call out racism wherever we encounter it, and to actively reinforce the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across this continent.

Now more than ever, the work continues. In treaty making, in truth-telling, in understanding our history, in education, and in tackling racism. We need connection. We need respect. We need action. And we need change.

Now more than ever, we need reconciliation.

Upon registration, a Google Drive link will be emailed to you containing the score and rehearsal material. If you are unable to access it, please contact Craig M. Wood Music via email or the contact form, and we will email them to you directly.

Craig M Wood Music will provide the following:

Printed Music (But feel free to print your own)

Coffee and tea

Participants will need to provide the following:

Pencil

A folder to put music in

(Optional) Something for afternoon tea

No dress code, be yourself!

By attending this event you are agreeing to appear in video content that will be promoted by Reconciliation Australia, and Craig M. Wood Music.