Four thousand six hundred miles south of Asia lies the only land mass on the planet that is an island, a country, and a continent. This land is internationally known as Australia. Founded in 1901 Australia is the smallest continent on the planet but is also the sixth largest country in the world (Australia.com/N.D.). The country is divided into six states or territories which all operate under their own individual government. (Powell et al./N.D.). It is home to nearly twenty-four million individuals who live primarily along the coast. Australia is a very diverse country and is home to roughly 270 different ethnic groups (Powell et al./N.D.) making it both multicultural and multiracial which can be seen throughout the culture. The culture of …show more content…
Musical genres in Australia range from indigenous tribe music to highly skilled orchestras and all genres are quite popular within the nation. When it comes to indigenous tribes and music it can be found in ceremonies in both Aboriginal and Torress Straight Island cultures as it has a tradition going back hundreds even thousands of years (Musicaustralia.org.au/N.D.). Contemporary indigenous music in the country has made a big impact in defining Australia’s musical identity and it embraces many different genres ranging from folk and roots to blues and hip-hop (Musicaustralia.org.au/N.D.). Folk music in the country specifically plays a much bigger role in their culture then in other countries around the world. It has been a part of the country since the founding of it and it immensely popular as there are over 50 different folk festivals across the country (Musicaustralia.org.au/N.D.). Not only is it popular among the people but it has been greatly expanded by traditions from other migrant cultures which include Celtic, Greek, African, and Asian cultures (Musicaustralia.org.au/N.D.). While Australia makes good music in most genres they are exceptionally known for indie and alternative (Musicaustralia.org.au/N.D.). Another very popular aspects of music in Australia is classical which has been derived from Europe. They have …show more content…
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Australia is a widely diverse and unique nation. From extensive exposed spaces in boiling arid conditions to the dense urban population of the capital cities, our nation has grown into a unique and multicultural country. There are countless features that create Australian culture and identity.
what it is to be Australia were defined. Pearson Australia define popular culture as “a set of
But familiar landmarks and also the unfamiliar ones aren't the whole make-up of Australia's heritage. It's the people that make a difference. Australia is made up of people from all walks of life who have migrated here for different reasons. Among these, the most common migrants are from Greece, Italy, Russia and Asia. Australia is made up of material culture: the places and objects, but also Living culture: In forms such as Music, Crafts, Literature etc. It is an interplay between international cultures and beliefs, the claims of nationalism and ethnic and religious traditions, as well as the local and community priorities that’s make up the unique Australian heritage.
Aboriginal art is widely associated with the primitive and primordial nature of the Australian Indigenous culture. However, as it has become more popular globally, one must consider the authenticity of the Aboriginal art sold on the contemporary market. Eric Michaels essay, ‘Bad Aboriginal Art’ (Michaels, 1988) exposes his concerns with how we define certain art as being genuinely ‘Aboriginal’ and questions what external influences exploit and influence the validity and authenticity of Aboriginal art. The essay summons readers to question what they identify with Australian culture and whether or not White Australians have disordered the meaning of Indigenous art.
Reynolds, H. (1990). With The White People: The crucial role of Aborigines in the exploration and development of Australia. Australia: Penguin Books
Australians pride themselves as hard-working, humourous and jovial people, who love the outdoors and good food. But in recent times we notice that Australians, are not being ‘Australian’ enough. Gone are the days where men wore rabbit-fur and trusty leather work-shoes. New York Yankees caps worn backwards and polished white Adidas Superstar sneakers coupled with denims worn below the hips instead have replaced these. Ten years ago, the mentioned situation could only exist in the United States of America. Today we see it happening in almost all major cities and suburbs in Australia (Mengel 2001, pers. comm., 11 Aug)
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Australian Aborigines are indigenous to Australia and have lived in a territory called the Arnhem Land for almost 40,000 years. Some of the population of the Aborigines lives in government housing while others still lives among the land as their ancestors did. This is a very ethnic group that also has many religious beliefs. They believe in Animism which is the belief that living creatures and the outside environment contain supernatural powers. One of the most common instruments found among the Aborigines is the didjeridu. This instrument has a rich history in the ethnic music that the Aborigines play. It is also made and performed by these indigenous people in very unique ways. Through the Aborigines the didjeridu has become a very
There can be no gainsaying, as to the fact that Australia is not only a choice destination for many, but also houses some of the most beautiful cities in the world (Bastian, 2012). As a matter of fact, Bastian (2012) continues to state that this change is strongly attributed to immigration, which continues to foster strong cultural and economic growth in Australia. As Australia continues to open its borders to an increasingly diverse population, Australians themselves continue to open their minds to accommodate diversity in the form of new lifestyles, foods, traditions, values, beliefs and so forth (Bastian, 2012). According to Henry & Kurzak (2013), the 2011 census show that 26% of Australians were born abroad and 20% have either one or both
In land area, Australia is the sixth largest nation after Russia, Canada, China, the United States of America and Brazil. It is one of the world’s most urbanized countries, with about 70 per cent of the population living in the 10 largest cities. Most of the population is concentrated along the eastern seaboard and the southeastern corner of the continent.
The indigenous people of Australia, called the Aborigines, are the oldest culture found on Earth. Studies show that the Aboriginal genome can be traced back seventy-five thousand years to when this community first migrated from Africa to Australia. As the oldest known continuous culture, their traditions and rituals have thrived even though the world around them has changed so drastically. In this paper I’d like to talk about the history of Aboriginal cultures in Australia, their cultural rituals and how their culture has been so heavily influenced and changed over the last few decades.
many cultures view as an important part in their way of life. Music ranges from strictly
During the course of this semester, the several musical styles that have been discussed and analyzed have displayed various similarities and differences. These differences in certain musical elements have accounted for the distinctiveness and uniqueness of each style of music. The culture behind these countries’ music adds even more to their individualism. Cultural aspects such as religion play a huge role in the music of each country as well. Styles of music in Africa might be more upbeat than certain styles in India, for example. Some cultures use music in religion, while others may not. Aspects such as dance are important factors in all three types of music. Despite the differences and similarities, however, without music, these cultures would perhaps not be as fascinating and unique as they are now.
The Northern Territory is known for its culturally diverse population and some would say it is the ‘multicultural hub’ of Australia. With all of these cultures comes distinctive customs and traditions. Throughout history dance has been used to help people develop a sense of identity, the younger generations are also taught social patterns and values through the different dances. The significance of these traditional dances was to reinforce and celebrate cultural law and practices including the celebration of the passage from child to adulthood or spiritual worship. The predominantly Western culture in Australia often causes minority groups to struggle for recognition regarding their beliefs and traditions. This is parallel to the Australian dance industry, where many cultural dance groups feel they have to justify who they are and are often
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