This amazing cultural arts experience includes two to five full days of didgeridoo immersion. The residency kicks off with the Didgeridoo Down Under Show and includes the same learning experience as the Aussie Funk Jam, plus progressively more advanced playing techniques. The residency culminates with a mini-performance, in which the students are the musical stars! Upon request, each participant also can make, paint and decorate a cardboard didgeridoo. (Cardboard tubes must be purchased separately by the school. We know an inexpensive supplier.)

Participants will …

… use our beginner PVC didgeridoos (clean and sanitized, of course).
… learn how to drone and make numerous sounds, including animal calls.
… learn how to play multiple rhythms.
… learn the fundamental concepts of circular breathing.
… learn about Australia and Aboriginal culture.
… learn how to craft a didgeridoo from household items such as cardboard tubes (on their own time).
… partake in an uplifting jam session!
… enjoy a unique multicultural music experience!

Good vibes guaranteed!

Artist Background

G’day! Didgeridoo Down Under is a leading K-12 educational entertainment company in the U.S. Our program themes range from Australian cultural arts to science, character education and more. Since 2003, we’ve presented 10,000+ programs (both in-person and virtual) at schools and other venues nationwide, and we’re based in North Carolina. DDU performers Rob Thomas & Tanya Gerard have performed at schools and other venues throughout the U.S. for 20+ years and have produced music for numerous films, including the IMAX movie Sacred Planet. Tanya, who grew up in Australia, also has written a children’s book, The Adventures of the Wild, Wild Wolf.

Search Criteria

• Program Type: Workshop/Residency
• Discipline: Music
• Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
• Cultural Context: Australian
• Accepts bookings in Johnston County