THE ISLAMIC SPECTRUM IN AUSTRALIA
A very special series of events exploring the many faces of Islamic culture in Australia: art, architecture, food, religion, history and music.
· One day public forum
· One day youth forum
· Islamic youth art exhibition
· Music of the Silk Road concert
· The Brothahood hip hop concert
ISLAM IN AUSTRALIA - building cultural bridges to the Muslim world
Wednesday 29th July
A one-day symposium on focus on the cultural aspects of Islam in Australia, with speakers on art, architecture, food, religion, history and music, who will explore the affirmative influences of contemporary Islamic culture in Australia. Covering historical, religious and cultural impacts through to the fascinating nature of Islamic arts, this seminar will provide an insightful set of observations to those who attend and supports our national commitment to intercultural understanding and respect.
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Complete Symposium Program
Opening Address
The Premier of South Australia, the Hon. Mike Rann MP
Welcome Address
Dr Noris Ioannou, Executive Director, Nexus Multicultural Arts Centre
Keynote Address
Mr Ikebal Adam Patel, President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils
Biographies and Abstracts of all speakers:
· Dr Ameer Ali: Do Muslims Laugh?
· Janine Evans: 2 Veil or Not 2 Veil: the Australian Muslim Identity
· Bahariah Mahmud: Muslim Food Practices
· Philip Griffin: Islamic Music
· Kuranda Seyit: Normalising Islam
· Assoc Prof Samer Akkach: Islamic Art: Form And Meaning
· Dr Katharine Bartsch: Australia's Muslim Pioneers, Their Mosques And Their Legacy
A traditional Halal lunch with a tasting of the flavours of Islamic/Muslim food and refreshments throughout the Symposium day are included in the modest registration fee.
ISLAM IN AUSTRALIA - youth forum
Friday 31st July
This full day forum is designed for younger audiences with interactive workshops on Islamic music, food, & art.
For further information and enquiries please email events@nexus.asn.au
MUSIC OF THE SILK ROAD
Thursday 30th July
Join us for a timeless musical journey to the heart and soul of music that crosses from Europe to Asia.
The magical music of this region winds and turns through soaring mountains and majestic plains, past grand ancient cities and desert oasis. From Sufi mystic songs with their ambient and hypnotic resonance through to rhythmic folk songs of the Afghan & Punjab towns. A beautiful blend of heart melting vocals spine tingling instrumentals and mind-bending rhythms embellished with masterful improvisations.
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THE BROTHAHOOD (Melbourne)
Friday 31st July & Sat 1st August
Australia's renowned Muslim hip-hop group, The Brothahood's gritty sonic landscapes represent a growing global music movement that has created a stir from the streets of London, New York, Paris & Tehran.
These five young Australian rappers use hip-hop as a tool to smash down stereotypes and misconceptions of 'Muslims in the West', creating a whole new theme to the Australian hip-hop scene whilst maintaining hip-hop's core essence: taught and intelligent rhymes and production skills that are sharp and always on point. The Brothahood's message of inclusion and self empowerment have struck a chord with not only the hip hop community but also the greater Australian society.
Both dates are alcohol free events.
Friday 31 July 8pm (Over 18's only)
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Saturday 1 August 7pm-10pm (Under 18's only)
$5 at the door. Presented in partnership with Blue Light Disco SA
ISLAMIC SPECTRUM EXHIBITION
30 July to 4 September
An exhibition by secondary students from the Islamic College of South Australia, featuring works inspired by Adelaide born artist Jeffrey Smart, personal interpretations of multiculturalism and the cycles of nature. To be opened by Mr Ikebal Adam Patel, President, Australian Federation of Islamic Councils.
Exhibition Opening: 5.30pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 29th July
Free event - all welcome.
This project has been proudly supported by the Australia Council for the Arts, the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Department of Immigration and Citizenship through the National Action Plan. For more information visit www.immi.gov.au
