{"id":105906,"date":"2025-03-28T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/lismoretimes\/?p=105906"},"modified":"2025-03-26T20:38:03","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T09:38:03","slug":"first-nations-music-program-to-launch-at-northern-rivers-conservatorium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/lismoretimes\/living\/first-nations-music-program-to-launch-at-northern-rivers-conservatorium\/","title":{"rendered":"First Nations music program to launch at Northern Rivers Conservatorium"},"content":{"rendered":"

THE Northern Rivers Conservatorium will launch a new First Nations Music Program in April, led by acclaimed Bundjalung artist Blake Rhodes.<\/p>\n

The initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for First Nations artists to share their cultural heritage, stories and music with the broader community.<\/p>\n

Executive director Anita Bellman said Rhodes’ deep connection to both music and community would bring authenticity to the program.<\/p>\n

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Blake Rhodes leading this important project,” she said.<\/p>\n

“Blake’s deep connection to both music and his community, combined with his experience as a respected artist and mentor, will ensure that this program is culturally authentic, impactful, and inspiring for all involved.”<\/p>\n

The program will include a series of classes and workshops, covering music production, songwriting, storytelling and creative expression.<\/p>\n

“I’m incredibly excited to contribute to this program and to share my passion for music with my community,” Rhodes said.<\/p>\n

“Music is a powerful tool for connection and storytelling. I hope this program will empower and uplift the next generation of First Nations musicians and creators, especially those from the Bundjalung nation.”<\/p>\n

The program will begin with three days of songwriting and music production workshops for Aboriginal youth aged 14 to 21, to be held at the Conservatorium in April.<\/p>\n

For more information or to register, contact Blake Rhodes at FirstNations@nrcac.edu.au<\/a> or call 02 6621 2266.<\/p>\n

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THE Northern Rivers Conservatorium will launch a new First Nations Music Program in April, led by acclaimed Bundjalung artist Blake Rhodes. The initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for First Nations artists to share their cultural heritage, stories and music with the broader community. Executive director Anita Bellman said Rhodes’ deep connection to both […]<\/p>\n

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