Program Details

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Arrival, site tour and meeting with Dr. Lochan Rijal
10.30 – 11.00 AM- Equipment set up

11.00 AM – The Workshop


Introduction (10 minutes)
Presentation (20 minutes)
> Hari Maharjan: Fusion of Newa culture and gypsy jazz.
> Australian artists: Global music styles and their impact.
Interactive Workshop (60 minutes)
Demonstration of techniques
> Improvisation
> How to speak in a music language
> Importance of rhythm in improvisation
> Musical conversation
> Mind to instrument, instrument to mind (to be able to hear and play it)

Hands-on session with participants
> Students play along with guidance from facilitators.
Q&A Session (20 minutes)
> Open floor for questions.
> Tips for aspiring musicians and insights into professional collaboration.
Live Jam Session (20 minutes)
> Facilitators perform collaboratively.
> Students invited to join for a jam
Closing Remarks (10 minutes)
> Summary of the workshop.
> Acknowledgments and thank-yous.
> Group photo with attendees.