Fairfield Summer Concert Series 2013 acquittal

ACQUITTAL

FAIRFIELD AMPHITHEATRE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE & COORDINATOR’S REPORTS MULTICULTURAL ARTS VICTORIA organisational profile CITY OF YARRA aims & objectives PROGRAM 1: CANCIONES DE VERANO PROGRAM 2: BASQUE IN THE SUN PROGRAM 3: SAHARAN SOUNDS PROGRAM 4: SONGS FROM THE BOSPHOROUS CATERING REPORT MARKETNG & PUBLICITY REPORT FEEDBACK FROM ARTISTS AUDIENCE SURVEY RESULTS & CONCULSIONS

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EXECUTIVE & COORDINATOR’S REPORTS

Multicultural Arts Victoria has ince again brought a fresh and exciting program to the City of Yarra for the Farirfield Summer Concert Series in 2013. Our programming approach refelcts our extensive links to culturally and linguistically diverse artists and communities and we value this opportunity to uncover some extraordinary talent. I believe that the opportunity to share their artistic expression, including new collaborations and cultural traditions, is invaluable not just to the artists, but also to the City of Yarra and its diverse communities.

We have artistically framed the series to uniquely and creatively celebrate and promote the diversity of Yarra’s community and encourage greater cultural awareness, appreciation and participation in cultural activity in the city.

We thank you for this opportunity to produce the Fairfield Summer Concert Series and value our ongoing partnership with the Arts and Culture Unit at the City of Yarra. It was a delight to be able to personally relax back with the Mayor at the first and last concerts nad I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank her for her support.

We look forward to delivering equally vibrant, safe and successful concerts in 2014.

Jill Morgan Chief Executive Officer

This year’s Fairfield Summer Concert Series reached an unprecedented level of popularity that reflects the high quality of the program and the increased focus of our communications strategy (as well as a lot of luck with the weather!)

It was an absolute pleasure to witness the streams of audiences converge on the banks of the Yarra to enjoy the work of local multicultural artists. Our research shows that there was an even balance of local residents and visitors to the City of Yarra which is a great result. The cultural background of audiences also reflected the theme of the respective weekly program, which indicates that we have effectively tapped into key ethnic community networks.

It is wonderful to be able to offer emerging artists the opportunity to perform at this idyllic venue and feedback indicates that they find the experience of connecting with the land, the community and their fellow artists inspiring. The opportunity offers a platform for new collaborations (eg Indigenous didgeridoo player Mitch Firth with South African singer/songwriter Valanga Kohza), for celebration of heritage (eg Dalouna dabke dance group) and for contemporary expressions of folklore (Tunyos y Cantaros Colombian dance troupe).

We are proud to have presented such a successful program in the City of Yarra this year and look forward to delivering another diverse and vibrant program in 2014.

Andrea Makris Event & Operations Officer

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MULTICULTURAL ARTS VICTORIA

Our organisation and production team

Multicultural Arts Victoria (MAV) is the peak state arts organisation that supports artists and communities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. MAV is a not for profit organisation that works regionally as well as in metropolitan Melbourne and aims to promote the value and benefits of cultural diversity in the arts across Victoria.

MAV’s objective is to develop, assist and initiate programs that highlight the excellence of culturally diverse artists, groups and communities in a professional setting as well as new and emerging communities including refugee and indigenous communities.

MAV EVENT TEAM Jill Morgan Andrea Makris Trinidad Estay Tania Canas Suzy Dingle HB Audio Volunteers

Chief Executive Officer Event Coordinator and First Aid Officer Event Assistant Event Assistant Stage Manager Audio Production contractors Laura Stevenson, Katie Lohner, Amira Kingham, Chloe Schnell, Rachel Lane.

MAV’s OBJECTIVES 1.

To conduct safe and professional events that augment the natural beauty of Fairfield Park.

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To celebrate and promote the diversity of Yarra’s community and encourage greater awareness, appreciation and participation in cultural activity.

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To increase resident access and participation in arts and cultural activity for all ages but also welcome and entertain visitors from beyond the City of Yarra, including tourists.

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To develop a sense of cultural pride and create on-going economic opportunities and to maximise employment opportunities for NESB and Indigenous artists.

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CITY OF YARRA

Aims & Objectives

The City of Yarra is an inner metropolitan municipality which is home to a diverse community of about 79,500 people. About 29% of Yarra’s population was born overseas and many more speak languages other than English at home.

Yarra City Council encourages all residents to get involved in community life by joining in the many activities, programs at events that take place around Yarra.

Fairfield Park is the perfect destination for relaxing on the banks of the Yarra River. The park is a popular tourist attraction, with the Fairfield Boathouse and Amphitheatre located in its grounds.

PROJECT AIMS (a) To develop, promote and deliver a high quality series of outdoor, family orientated summer concerts at the Fairfield Amphitheatre. It is intended that he Program build on the strengths of the free concerts conducted at the venue over the past 15 years. (b) To develop a program of music performances appropriate for the venue and the audience, with wide appeal across a braod range of community tastes. Concert performances may also include a range of art forms including dance, spoken word, etc (c) The Program should comprise concerts performed by a range of culturally diverse performers, including Aboriginal artists.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES The Program should: (a) demonstrate a commitment to Wurundjeri Reconciliation and Aboriginal Social Justice; (b) promote an inclusive, tolerant, supportive adn involved community (c) celebrate and support the contribution of culturally diverse communities who make this city their home (d) develop a program which showcases and supports local acts and cultural practrice within Yarra (e) develop a program that encourages audience participation (f) demonstrate a commitment to attracting new local audiences and increasing community access and participation.

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PROGRAM: WEEK 1 CANCIONES DE VERANO 3 February 2013

Sizzling summer songs and steps from Latin America

5:00pm

Introduction Welcome by Mayor Jackie Fristacky MC to acknowledge traditional custodians, introduce the program and activities.

5:10pm

Sin Frontera Band Alejandro Espino Aldana, (musician, teacher, composer) was born in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. He is a versatile musician-multi-instrumentalist, improviser and adept at playing diverse musical genres such as: Latin American Folk, Salsa, Flamenco, Jazz, Classical, Pop and Reggae.

Alejandro moved to Australia with his family in 2007 and now leads this wonderful music trio., spreading his love of Mexican music and Latin American storytelling.

6:00pm

Tunyos y Cantaros Springing from the vibrant Colombian community of Victoria, the Tunjos Y Cantaros dance group is one of the most polished Latin American folkloric dance acts in Victoria. The group is led by Director Kathleen Gonzalez and has won awards for their Hispanic dance performances. They have performed at various Colombian and wider-community festivals across Melbourne and present a fresh and contemporary take on ancient folkloric dances and legends that fuse indigenous and African elements with strong narrative and lots of energy and zest.

6:40pm

Madre Monte Hard hitting horns funkin’ up 50’s style Cumbia, a tight rhythm section dissecting Afro-Colombian progressions, skankin’ guitars infusing reggae grooves, and a front man recreating the ancient mythological stories of Colombia all intertwine to create what is now Melbourne’s unique 9-piece Latin Reggae outfit Madre Monte. Formed in 2008, Madre Monte’s sound is representative of Colombia’s unique culture, a marbled ancestry of African, Indigenous and European descent, a product of a long and dark history of colonization, slave trade and migration. Through their music Madre Monte give a history lesson in travelling sounds, rhythms, instruments and the power of music to stay true to its roots yet adapt accordingly to new environments.

MC:

Jorge Leiva Jorge Leiva is an educator and artist with international teaching, training and arts experience.

Leiva has worked in schools, colleges, TAFE Institutes and Universities in diverse areas such as music, art, design, ESL and Spanish. Leiva has also been immersed in researching and working on cross-cultural education and expression initiatives especially between Australia and Latin American and has initiated international educational and creative projects and partnerships between these regions.

Audience estimate: 700-800 people Comments:

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First Aid Officer attended to minor incident. Slightly sprained ankle resulting from a trip 100 metres away from the amphitheatre venue.

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PROGRAM: WEEK 1 CANCIONES DE VERANO 3 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 1 CANCIONES DE VERANO 3 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 1 CANCIONES DE VERANO 3 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 2 BASQUE IN THE SUN 10 February 2013

Songs of love, loss and spies from the Spanish-Franco region

5:00pm

Introduction Councillor Amanda Stone offered a City of Yarra welcome MC acknowledged traditional custodians, introduced program and activities, etc.

5:10pm

Karavana Flamenca Karavana Flamenca plays gutsy and authentic Spanish gypsy street music, with fire! Fusing the roots of rumba from Africa and Cuba to Catalonia with a contemporary sound. Miguel Ovejero sings in his native Spanish/ Romany languages and plays flamenco guitar. Guitars, bass and percussion drive the rhythm; vocals, oud and violin sing the haunting tunes. The heart-wrenching passion, breath-taking energy, rhythm and soulful melodies of Karavana Flamenca spells Gypsy Fiesta every performance.

6:00pm

Madame Andree Etoile Marley plays Madame Andrée, the dangerous, disobedient and sexy French WW2 Resistance fighter known by the Germans as ‘the white mouse’. In neo-noir style, Madame plunges the audience into the war, subjecting them to a claustrophobic world, at risk of betrayal, capture and annihilation. Bitter sweet melodies give way to parodies and anthems with double meanings as Madame Andrée weaves satire and cabaret from her wartime experiences with the help of her WW2 field radio, gramophone and fellow resistance fighter musicians.

6:40

Tek Tek Ensemble Tek Tek Ensemble is a revitalised anthropological dance band consisting of guitars, trumpet, trombone, violins, percussion, double bass, piano accordion, and the human voice. Tek Tek Ensemble creates hybridizations of most of the world’s music incorporating a startling variety of ethnographic and popular genres. The encyclopaedic repertoire of the ensemble is bound by the strict yet simple stipulation of danceability. As long as it has a fever of unbridled festivity, Tek Tek Ensemble plays it.

MC:

Will Tait As captain of Melbourne band 8Foot Felix and chief audience wrangler of educational theatre company Our Planet Enterprises, Will Tait spends many hours of his waking life bringing crowds together in joy, dance, carousing and even, at times, deep respectful listening. When people gather there is always an opportunity to open up a celebration of our connectedness. As MC Will seeks this opening playfully and invites the audience to experience the important role that they play in the unfolding of the performance that they have come to imbibe.

Audience estimate: 550-650 people Comments:

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Minor First Aid incident attended to by First Aid Officer: cut finger.

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PROGRAM: WEEK 2 BASQUE IN THE SUN 10 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 2 BASQUE IN THE SUN 10 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 2 BASQUE IN THE SUN 10 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 3 SAHARAN SOUNDS 17 February 2013

Sweet melodies, enchanting dance and rhythmic beats from the Middle East 5:00pm

Introduction Councillor Alison Clarke offered a City of Yarra welcome MC to acknowledge traditional custodians, introduce the program and activities, etc.

5:10pm

Alwan Middle-Eastern trio which plays sublime Turkish, Arabic and Israeli music. Yuval Ashkar trained with oud master Yair Dalal and has performed with sublime Ladino singer Yasmin Levi. Phil Carroll has recently returned from living in Turkey where he studied ney and worked as a musician in weddings, cafes and sufi ceremonies. Matt Stonehouse has worked extensively throughout Australia and the Middle East to great acclaim.

Dalouna The group started last year in October with only few members and since then, it has grown in number. We have two groups one for over 12 and another mixed for 16 years and under. The group has performed in many occasions. The group performs Dabkah dance from the Middle Eastern traditions. The group members come from various backgrounds, Lebanese, Palestinians, Iraqi, Tunisians, Syrians, Albanians, Pakistanis, Egypt, South Africans, and Australians.

6:00pm

6:40pm

Virginia and El Negoum Virginia is Melbourne’s foremost Middle Eastern dance performer. Born to an Egyptian father and Greek mother, Virginia has grown up in the dance and studied / toured / performed extensively across the Middle East and India. She is considered a local authority on Egyptian music and dance and is the performer of choice at Egyptian community events. She will perform backed by an authentic live band, El Njoum, with percussion, oud and vocals.

MC:

Yvonne Boulos Yvonne is a talented Egyptian/Australian comedienne, performing stand-up at various comedy venues around Melbourne. She is best known for playing the outrageous Lay-lah Wazir, the loud mouthed, bogan belly dancer from Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Audiences enjoy her warm stage presence, quirky take on current affairs and her ability draw poignant and hilariously funny parallels between Australian and Middle Eastern culture.

Audience estimate: 450-550 Emergency Incident: A tiger snake was sited in the dressing rooms by a woman changing her baby’s nappy.

This was reported at the MAV desk. A man (audience member) that overheard this report accompanied Andrea Makris (Event Coordinator) to the toilet block to investigate. Andrea did not see anything, returned to the Info Desk to call the City of Yarra after hours line. In the meantime, the man managed to find and trap the snake in a plastic tub. He secured it with a rope and brought it to the Info Desk for safe keeping until the concert had concluded, at which point he took it and released it far from the amphitheatre.

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PROGRAM: WEEK 3 SAHARAN SOUNDS 17 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 3 SAHARAN SOUNDS 17 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 3 SAHARAN SOUNDS 17 February 2013

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PROGRAM: WEEK 4 I LOVE AFRICA 24 February 2013

The heart and soul of African stories and rhythms

5:00pm

Introduction Councillor Alison Clarke offered a City of Yarra welcome MC to acknowledge traditional custodians, introduce the program and activities, etc.

5:10pm

Valanga Khoza Valanga Khoza is a singer, musician and storyteller. His charismatic stage presence and warm personality invite both children and adults into his world as they join him on a personal journey reliving childhood memories told through the stories of his grandmother, tasting the traditional meals in an African village or feeling the harsh reality of apartheid South Africa.

Special guest: Mitch Firth, known as “Didge” to his mates is an expert didgeridoo player and dancer. He has performed at Sydney’s World Youth Day, shared the Sydney Opera House stage with country star John Williamson and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and represented Indigenous Australian culture at the canonisation of Mary MacKillop in Rome.

6:00pm

Asanti Dance Asanti Dance Theatre has mastered the diverse cultures of West Africa and represents the beauty of Ghana with his telling dance style. They perform with highly captivating and unforgettable power, precision and energy. Being highly skilled in dance and drumming allows them to expertly teach the understanding of the how the drumming and dance ‘talk’ with each other, a concept and understanding that is so important in African performance arts. They will have the audience spellbound by their acrobatics and agility.

6:40pm

Afrovival A powerful blend of melodic dance grooves from fice countries of Africa. Presenting award winning King Bell from DRC who toured internationally with the National Ballet of Angola, reggae legend Randy Borquaye from Ghana of ‘Randy and the Jah Roots’ playing Kora, award winning choreographer and kalimba player Suzanne Nfandizo from Australia who trained at Tanzanian College of Arts, music producer Mpaphi Nfandizo from Botswana who plays Kalanga folklore from the Afri’can’a 4 string guitar made out of an oil can, and a few surprises.

MC:

Lil’Fablice By the time he arrived in Australia, Fablice had experienced more than any fifteen year old should.

Originally from Burundi located in East Africa, Fablice been performing Hip Hop and R’N’B music since 2006. Still in his teens and loving the Urban vibe he has also kept true to his roots, performing his traditional music by playing percussion with his extended family at festivals and events around Victoria including large venues, such as the Arts Centre and Crown Palladium.

Audience estimate: 550-650 Comments:

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First Aid Officver attended to minor incident - grazed knee and hand.

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PROGRAM: WEEK 4 I LOVE AFRICA 24 February 2013

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CATERING BY BEBASS

Following last year’s erratic weather and consequent unpredictable attendance, MAV decided to engage the same catering company for all four of the concerts in the 2013 series. Based on previous year’s experience, it is clear that the kiosk does not make a substantial turnover due to the limited capacity of the venue, the propensity for audience members to bring their own picnic, and the short duratoin of the event. We therefor felt it would be more efficient and financially attractive for the one vendor to cater for all four weeks, with adjustments to the menu to suit the respective themes.

This system worked well, with the caterer reporting an overall small profit and a positive experience.

The menu each week was as follows: Week 1: Canciones de Verano Beef burrito, vegetarian nachos, portugese tart and horchata (chilled rice drink), tea & coffee.

Week 2: Basque in the Sun Paella with chorizo, chicken and prawn, vegetarian emanadas, rosquillas doughnuts, virgin sangria, tea & coffee.

Week 3: Saharan Sounds Lamb kofta with tabouli, fried cauliflower with coriander yoghurt, baklava, mint lemonade, tea & coffee.

Week 4: I Love Africa Upside down maqluba, spinach and feta birouat, potato pone - sweet potato and ginger snack, tamarind cordial, tea & coffee.

Caterer:

Bebass Catering

www.bebasscatering.com.au

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MARKETING & PUBLICITY REPORT

MARKETING STRATEGY •

To target local residents as well as lovers of world music and dance from further afield

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To use existing MAV communications channels

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To use communications channels within City of Yarra and of the participating artists.

Activity Flyer & poster design and distribution (8000 flyers, 250 posters)

Result Covered Fairfield neighbourhood precinct (dedicated letterbox drop), surrounding suburbs including Ivanhoe, Northcote, Richmond, Clifton Hill, Fitzroy, Thornbury and also the CBD. City of Yarra Civic facilities also covered Listings. eg in the Age EG

Distributed Media Release to community and mainstream print media Distributed Media Rlease to community Eg Interview on PBS FM Latin Connection radio program Sponsorship campaign on community radio Basic campaign witht wo different carts across the month of the series on 3TripleR FM Created Facebook event page Linked to participating artists, promoted through MAV Facebook page Created webpage on Multicultural Arts Linked to from various participating artists’ Victoria websites Created free listings on other online sites Increased exposure through a variety of tourism and media networks. eg Only Melbourne. What’s On. MAV E-news bulletin Reached 8000+ subscribers Real Estate sponsor signage board Placed at the front of the venue on busy Heidelberg Road for duration of event.

Provided marketing tools and mentoring to emerging artists Signage

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Jellis Craig Real Estate Assisted them to promote their performacne among their own networks and fanbase.

Two banners were created and placed about the Fairfield Park in the lead up to and during the series. Increased signage around the amphitheatre with the day’s program also seemed to attract a passing audience.

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POSTCARD

Get toGether with family and friends for a laid back excursion into exotic sounds and cultural dance from around the Globe.

Pack a rug and lounge back with a delicious savoury or sweet treat from the amPhitheatre kiosk, catered by bebass catering.

Venue fairfield Park drive, fairfield (off heidelberg road) time from 5–7:30Pm cost free, all ages event! ride a bike, walk the main yarra trail or catch a train. the venue is 5 minutes walk from fairfield station and aPProx. 15 minutes from the city by train.

Proudly produced by multicultural arts victoria and presented by the city of yarra www.multiculturalarts.com.au

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MEDIA RELEASE

Fairfield Amphitheatre Summer Concert Series Get together with family and friends for a laid back excursion into exotic sounds and cultural dance from around the globe.

Every Sunday in February, 5pm to 7.30pm FREE! Fairfield Park Drive, off Heidelberg Road, Fairfield Ride a bike, walk the Main Yarra Trail or catch a train. The Fairfield Amphitheatre is a 5 minute walk from Fairfield Station and just 16 mins by train from the city.

What better way than to spend Melbourne beautiful summer evenings on the backs of the Yarra River whilst being treated to the finest world music and cultural dances from Latin America, to Europe, the Middle East to Africa.

Yummy sweet and savoury treats will be available at the Fairfield Amphitheatre Kiosk, courtesy of Bebass Catering. Bring a cushion or rug and enjoy!

03 FEB Canciones De Verano Sizzling summer songs and steps from Latin America featuring Mexican trio Sin Frontera, Chilean dance collective Violetta Para and cumbia/reggae masters Mandre Monte.

10 FEB Basque in the Sun Songs of love, loss and spies from the Spanish-Franco region featuring flamenco music by Karavana Flamenca, French jazz and burlesque Madame Andree and unbridled Euro-dance band Tek Tek Ensemble.

17 FEB Saharan Sounds Sweet melodies, enchanting dance and rhythmic beats from the Middle East with features from Alwan, Lebanon folklore dance Dalouna and authentic Egyptian music and dance by Njoum and Virginia.

24 FEB I <3 Africa The heart and soul of African stories and rhythms featuring legendary musician and storyteller Valanga Khoza, Mitchell Firth on didgeridoo, as well as Asanti African dance group and Afrovival a multi-nation African music and dance experience.

Proudly produced by Multicultural Arts Victoria. Presented by the City of Yarra. www.multiculturalarts.com.au 9188 3681 Contact Andrea Makris, 9188 3681 or events@multiculturalarts.com.au

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LISTINGS

The Age Weekly listing in EG guide.

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FEEDBACK

To everyone involved in the organization of the Fairfield Summer Concert Series. Just to let you all know that the organization of the event was excellent in my own experience. Everything that I needed as an artist/performer was there for me. Choosing that venue was a great idea for a hot summer day.

Looking Forward to be able to participate in the future, With Regards, Alejandro Espino Aldana, Sin Frontera Band leader

We had a great time--seriously the best gig and mix of audience/artists I have had the pleasure to witness, let alone play for a long long time-no wonder you have had such great feedback-the temperature was cool- and atmosphere cooler--thanks for making the day smooth and having faith in yourselves and what you do Cheers Martin, Madame Andree

As a performer I have always desired to play in the lovely setting that is the Fairfield Ampitheatre. I am very grateful to have had this opportunity with Madame Andree to play to the huge and very welcoming crowd that attended when we were there. Thankyou again MAV!!

Etoile Marely, Madame Andree

Madre Monte really enjoyed playing at the Summer Concerts. The venue was great, as well as the organization. It was great to have some nice weather as well and a nice crowd, made it a great day. The only negative part was the sound. We didn't have fold back for the first half of the set and the sound guys did not pay attention to this.

It was hard to play without fold back in an open space like that with a big band like ours. Besides this it was a great gig.

Cheers, Henry.

I loved it, I had a great time MC'ing but would have equally enjoyed it as an audience member. They're a great idea, well run and I would love to attend more and MC more of that type of thing in the future, so thanks again for having me!

Cheers, Yvonne, Memsahib Productions

We were very satisfied with the organisation in the lead up to the event. The event information, contract etc were sent out with plenty of notice. The event itself was great,well attended and an amazing venue, everyone in the band was well looked after.The sound engineers worked hard to produce the best sound possible.The MC , stage manager all did a great job.One suggestion: shade could be provided for the musicians when they perform if appropriate Finally...so happy that that Summer series is still going....good music in a stunning setting with families and friends. What could be better?

L&M Ovejero, Karavana Flamenca

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AUDIENCE SURVEY - WEEK 4

Demographic

Sex Female Male Unknown

%

Age Range 23 25-34 16 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ Unknown

What is your % country of birth?

6 Australia 23 Elsewhere 16 Unknown 39 6 6

What is your cultural % background?

42 Anglo/Celtic 39 European 19 Indian Unknown

Are you Aboriginal or Torres Strait % Islander? % 29 None 100 19.4 3.23 48.4

If not born in Australia, when did you first arrive? % < 5 years ago 10 6 - 10 years ago 3 11 - 20 years ago 3 21 - 40 years ago 16 > 40 years ago 13 Unknown 55

Program & Marketing Who did you attend this event What attracted you to this event? % with?

Music 42 Alone Venue 32 Family Advertising 16 Friends

Will you / have Do you know who you purchased anything at the is the event % organiser? % kiosk?

10 YES 52 No, BYO 45 NO 0 YES 45 DK 48 Unanswered 0 COY 10 MAV 42

How did you find out about this % event?

55 Friend 35 Past Attendee 10 Yarra MAV Sign Letterbox flyer

% 35 10 10 16 6 3

% RRR (radio) poster at Farifeld Station The Age listing White Hat Meet-up (French)

3 3 3 3 6

Profile How many of this year's concerts did you come to?

ALL THREE TWO ONE

Have you been to a MAV event Where do you % before? % live? % 10 YES 61 Within 1km 10 NO 29 Within 5km 3 DK 10 Within 15km 100 Further Melb suburbs

29 35 16 19

How did you get to this event?

Public Transport Shared Car Your own car Walking Bicycle Uknown

% 3 10 48 16 13 10

How often do you attend cultural events? % At least once a month Once/year 2 or 3 times/year Don't know

How likely are you to attend MAV future events?

35 VL 23 SL 19 23

Venue Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

74 13 0 13

% 71 29

Satisfaction level Performances Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

% 71 19 0 10

Food Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

% 19 10 3 68

Kids suitability Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

48 32 0 19

I will recommend it to a friend Strongly agree Agree Disagree Don't know

% 45 13 0 42

Organisation Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

% 55 26 3 13

%

Accessability Very satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Don't know

% 65 16 3 16

Satisfaction level It has been a satisfying experience Strongly agree Agree Disagree Don't know

It has filled my expectations 45 Strongly agree 42 Agree Disagree 13 Don't know

I consider it innovative 52 Strongly agree 39 Agree Disagree 10 Don't know

It enriched me culturally 32 Strongly agree 35 Agree Disagree 32 Don't know

It enhanced my appreciation for other cultures 39 Strongly agree 23 Agree Disagree 39 Don't know

% 42 35 3 19

Comments What was your favourite part of the event?

Asanti dance Mpaphi plaing the oil can guitar Afro revival band MC Dancing to the second band.

Solo singer (also drummer) of the third band.

The dancing Dance calling Music Location Picnic didgeridoo playing Good dance music Ghanan dancing Music, community Musical Talent Performances didgeridoo player Community feeling and dancing.

Watching families enjoy themselves, and participate.

Lovely venue, (though tricky with a pram), music and concept great.

Interaction with audience, hearing about the culture of the bands How the kids loved dancing

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Are there any further comments you would like to make Concerts?

Thank you! More African musi, and African's in the audience.

Great events!

Too much MC talking by African MC both prior to music and during set-ups.

Good on you for doing this!

Keep it going Seems to have got very busy. Good for you, bad for us.

Maybe program needs to be expanded, or a larger venue.

Good, enjoyed them.

Would like to see more similar events.

Ampitheatre is a little restrictive for a large crowd.

Perhaps advertise ib 3AW (Denis Walter) Advertise more widely eg Seniors groups through magazines etc A bar

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Key findings from survey •

Most patrons are aged between 35 and 54 however, MAV staff observed that a significant number of these people brought children to the event (which the survey does not capture).

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At least half of the patrons are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or were born overseas.

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About half of the patrons were aware of who had organised /supported the event and about two thirds had been to MAV events before. About a third heard about the event through word-of-mouth, while almost half heard about it via MAV’s marketing activities (RRR, sign, website, letterbox drops, enews).

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More than half of the patrons brought their own food. Of those that purchased from the kiosk the majority seemed to be satisfied or very satisfied.

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Generally, attendees were more than satisfied with the performances, suitability to children, accessbility, organisation and venue. People found it to be an enriching experience that they would recommend to friends in future.

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The main attractions were the music, opportunity to dance and the community vibe. A small number of comments were made about the increased attendance at the event and suggestions made for expanding the program to address the popularity.

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