Songs at the Mansion
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Description
Previously advertised as Songman at the Mansion
Due to a change in circumstances, the program has been revised and the event is now Songs at the Mansion.
Join Indigenous singer-songwriter Boorook (Brett Clarke) for an intimate evening of music, story, culture and connection at the magnificent Barwon Park Mansion.
Presented as part of the annual Winchelsea Music Season, this special event invites audiences to experience Boorook's powerful performance, shaped by a lifetime of cultural knowledge, lived experience, and deep connection to Country. Through song and conversation, Boorook shares stories that celebrate resilience, identity, family and culture.
The evening also offers the opportunity to explore the Gilson Family Indigenous Art Exhibition within the mansion. Featuring works by acclaimed Indigenous artists, the exhibition provides a rich visual complement to Boorook's music, creating a unique cultural experience that brings together art, story and song in one of Victoria's most remarkable heritage settings.
Taking place during the Surf Coast Arts Trail and alongside the Manor Made Arts Festival, visitors are encouraged to make a day of it at Barwon Park before settling in for an unforgettable evening performance.
A warm and welcoming event suitable for all ages.
Presented by the Winchelsea Music Season, a project of Rural Arts Victoria, supporting community, culture and connection through the arts.
Lineup
Boorook
Boorook (Brett Clarke) is an Indigenous singer-songwriter and cultural custodian from the Keeray Wooroong people of the Gunditjmara nation. Guided by his grandfather, the late Elder Uncle Banjo Clarke, Boorook has spent more than 20 years sharing the stories, spirit, and culture of his people through music, storytelling, and art. Blending contemporary folk, acoustic, and conscious music with a deep connection to Country, Boorook's performances are heartfelt, uplifting, and culturally rich. His songs reflect themes of healing, resilience, identity, and the enduring connection between people, culture, and the natural world, offering audiences an authentic and inspiring live experience.
Agenda
- 10:00 am - 7:30 pm
Make a day of it!
10.00am – Manor Made Arts Festival Opens Explore art, design, craft and creativity throughout the historic grounds and grand interiors of Barwon Park Mansion. Throughout the Day Meet artists, makers and designers. Browse original artworks, handcrafted pieces and creative works. Explore the historic mansion and its magnificent grounds. Visit the Wayngurria Exhibition, featuring works by Aunty Marlene Gilson OAM and family, celebrating culture, story and connection to Country. Afternoon Continue exploring the festival, discover new artists and enjoy the unique atmosphere where contemporary creativity meets history. Evening Songs at the Mansion Presented by Rural Arts Victoria as part of the Winchelsea Music Season. Experience an intimate evening with Indigenous singer-songwriter Brett Clarke, whose powerful songs and stories draw on culture, history and connection to Country. Set within the historic surroundings of Barwon Park Mansion, this special performance provides a fitting conclusion to a day celebrating creativity, culture and heritage. Spend the day immersed in art, design and culture, then stay for an unforgettable evening of music and story.
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