SA

Cultural Infusion:

The Cultural Infusion Schools’ Program is a multidisciplinary program utilising arts & cultural practitioners from diverse cultures and backgrounds, as a primary communication tool to enhance the school curriculum.  Cultural Infusion performance-workshops are interactive and engaging. Students gain an insight into the wealth of our diverse nation and explore the history, traditions and languages of various cultures. The program comprises of live, tailor-made interactive performance-workshops for students of all ages nationwide. Artists also perform at: school assemblies, lunchtime concerts, artist-in-residence, all day programs and school fetes. The program supports many areas of school curriculum including Drama, Music, SOSE, PE, Dance, LOTE, English and ESL. Many of our artists, who have made Australia their home, are recognised as the foremost authorities in their fields internationally. Go to:  http://www.culturalinfusion.com/

Musica Viva:

In 2007 Musica viva offers a broad spectrum of music education designed to enrich learning across the school curriculum with the support of education departments throughout Australia.  Their primary schools program showcases an eclectic choice of musical experiences inspired and guided by professional musicians to support and enhance teaching and learning in innovative ways through live performances, teacher professional development and resource materials. Musica Viva brings fresh energy, inspiration and creativity to the classroom.  For secondary schools the choices range from Musica Viva’s in-school concerts and workshops, to tailor-made programs featuring artists in residence. Australian Music Days are growing ever more popular with elective music students, and teachers can access web-based teaching and learning resources, and professional development opportunities through this ‘award–winning’ Musica Viva In Schools program. Online activities are also available. Go to: http://www.musicaviva.com.au/mvis_about.asp

Co-Opera:

Opera on the Move. For over 12 years Co-Opera has presented reduced performances of popular musical works for the stage for students at Primary and Secondary level. For convenience and affordability, these performances have been presented in school auditoria and many state and private schools have hosted performances annually over this period. The Company is committed to this investment in future audience building and already there are several artists who have worked for Co-Opera whose first opera experience was though the Mouthful of Opera program at school. Go to: http://www.co-opera.com.au/mouthful.html