Te Wāhi Toi/The Arts Place exists to connect the creative community of Queenstown and Wānaka with audiences, students, teachers, spaces and each other. We are a not-for-profit organisation powered by Three Lakes Cultural Trust and inspired by local arts and culture.
In this session, participants will learn the history, translation, context, pronunciation, and composition of each song. We will start with two waiata which are both Ngai Tahu Anthems, honouring the local heritage. These songs are 'Ko Te Whirika' and 'Manu Tira'.
About the facilitator: Naresha Willis has a range of singing experience from early childhood, choirs, church worship leading, solo performance and working with bands. I am of NZ European ancestry raised in a Māori family immersed in the culture and language, now a qualified Māori medium educator. Involved in Kapa Haka from childhood through to regional adult competitive stages both in participation and instruction.
About Community Sing: Community Sing is an open, drop-in choir for everyone in the community. It's free and open to all! No registration required.
Thank you to Central Lakes Trust for bringing creativity to our community.
Event dates & times
Tue, 05 May
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Dart House Building
11/12 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton 9300
Price & Bookings
Free
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