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Barragga Yangga, meaning “Many Songs” in traditional Dhurga language, is a moving celebration of First Nations language, story and song. Created under the artistic direction of Cheryl Overton (nee Davison), this extraordinary project brings together intergenerational Yuin choir Djinama Yilaga, Heath Cullen, Fred Leone, Affinity Quartet with orchestration by Stuart Hunter, and choral arrangements by Heath Cullen and Roland Peelman.The audience will be immersed in classical music, new songs in traditional Dhurga language, lifted up by local children’s and men’s choirs, all while surrounded by another stunning installation designed and created by Cheryl in the Windsong Pavilion.
This new collection of songs is the culmination of 3 years of creative development by Djinama Yilaga, Four Winds and Bundanon. Written by the members of Djinama Yilaga, these songs weave together ancient Yuin stories with deeply personal reflections on family and connection to Country.
One song tells of ancestor Bundoola—the lightning and thunder spirit—and his 13 wives from the groups that form the Yuin nation. Another, Wonderbawani, recounts how whales arrive when the wattle blooms, signalling a journey to higher country. Yaway, meaning “come and sit down,” threads through the performance, inviting people together while acknowledging the need to keep gathering, retelling stories, and healing from the devastating disruptions of colonisation.
Other songs are about growing up on Wallaga Lake Mission, and honour Uncle Jimmy Little. The collection closes with We Have Tomorrow, and She Looks Good.
10 May 2026
11:00 am & 2pm showings
Windsong Pavilion
16&U Free – General $47
Concession available
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17 Four Winds Rd, Barragga Bay, NSW, Australia, 17 Four Winds Rd, Barragga Bay NSW 2546, Australia, Bermagui
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