Holiday events update!
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Ashley Matthew Brito
Nov 13, 2007, 10:47:55 PM11/13/07
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Mina-san,
konnichi wa!
Here are some Japanese-related events happening around Melbourne during the holidays to keep you occupied. I shall email you again if we hold any events over the break. Good luck with your exams and enjoy your holidays!
REMINDER: Current memberships will expire at the end of this year. You may renew your membership at Level 1 Reception, Sidney Myer Asia Centre (opposite Melbourne University tram terminal). Alternatively, you may renew during Orientation and Welcome Back week 2008. If you do not do so by the end of Welcome Back week, you will be removed from the club mailing list.
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MUSIC OF 100 FLOWERS - EFFLORESCENCE OF KOTO
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A dazzling programme of Japanese koto music,
confirming the place of the koto in traditional,
contemporary and world music contexts.
Miyama McQueen-Tokita (koto)
with
Satsuki Odamura (koto)
Philip Flavin (shamisen)
Noriko Tadano (shamisen)
Dennis Patrick (sitar)
Chris Port (tabla)
The koto – Japanese zither – is the most popular of Japan’s traditional
instruments. This classical instrument now shows a whole new face of
contemporary music. The koto has spread its wings into many different
parts of the world, attracting attention in the global music scene.
Friday 23rd November 8.00pm
The Boite World Music Cafe
1 Mark St., North Fitzroy
Tickets
Full: $16 / Concession: $11 / Under 17: $6 / Family (2+2): $33
Bookings at The Boite
(03) 9417 3550
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SHABEROKAI CONVERSATION NIGHTS
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Make friends, chat in Japanese and English, exchange culture and play games in a friendly atmosphere.
If you’re an AJSV or JCV member, entry is free. Non-members are requested to pay a nominal donation of $3 to cover drinks & food.
The venue is the Ross House Association 247 – 251 Flinders Lane (between Elizabeth and Swanston Streets) in the city, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Ken McArthur kmc...@yahoo.com.au or Nicky Auster nicky...@yahoo.com.au
Next shaberokais
November 16, December 6 and December 20 (last one for the year)
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AJSV NOMI-KAI NETWORK
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The AJSV's Nomi-Kai Network was launched at its Shin-Nen-Kai (New Year's drinks) held in January, at which over 70 people attended. This is a casual monthly gathering for those living in Melbourne with a shared interest in Japan.
Time & Date: 6pm to 8pm, 2nd Thursday of the month (next one 13 December)
Venue: Blue Diamond Club, Level 15, 123 Queen Street Melbourne
More info: http://www.bluediamondclub.com.au/, http://www.ajsvictoria.org.au/
For more information visit http://mujc.org.au/ or email pres...@mujc.org.au
Take care,
Ash
Here are some Japanese-related events happening around Melbourne during the holidays to keep you occupied. I shall email you again if we hold any events over the break. Good luck with your exams and enjoy your holidays!
REMINDER: Current memberships will expire at the end of this year. You may renew your membership at Level 1 Reception, Sidney Myer Asia Centre (opposite Melbourne University tram terminal). Alternatively, you may renew during Orientation and Welcome Back week 2008. If you do not do so by the end of Welcome Back week, you will be removed from the club mailing list.
---------------------------------------------
MUSIC OF 100 FLOWERS - EFFLORESCENCE OF KOTO
---------------------------------------------
A dazzling programme of Japanese koto music,
confirming the place of the koto in traditional,
contemporary and world music contexts.
Miyama McQueen-Tokita (koto)
with
Satsuki Odamura (koto)
Philip Flavin (shamisen)
Noriko Tadano (shamisen)
Dennis Patrick (sitar)
Chris Port (tabla)
The koto – Japanese zither – is the most popular of Japan’s traditional
instruments. This classical instrument now shows a whole new face of
contemporary music. The koto has spread its wings into many different
parts of the world, attracting attention in the global music scene.
Friday 23rd November 8.00pm
The Boite World Music Cafe
1 Mark St., North Fitzroy
Tickets
Full: $16 / Concession: $11 / Under 17: $6 / Family (2+2): $33
Bookings at The Boite
(03) 9417 3550
-------------------------------
SHABEROKAI CONVERSATION NIGHTS
-------------------------------
Make friends, chat in Japanese and English, exchange culture and play games in a friendly atmosphere.
If you’re an AJSV or JCV member, entry is free. Non-members are requested to pay a nominal donation of $3 to cover drinks & food.
The venue is the Ross House Association 247 – 251 Flinders Lane (between Elizabeth and Swanston Streets) in the city, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Ken McArthur kmc...@yahoo.com.au or Nicky Auster nicky...@yahoo.com.au
Next shaberokais
November 16, December 6 and December 20 (last one for the year)
-----------------------
AJSV NOMI-KAI NETWORK
-----------------------
The AJSV's Nomi-Kai Network was launched at its Shin-Nen-Kai (New Year's drinks) held in January, at which over 70 people attended. This is a casual monthly gathering for those living in Melbourne with a shared interest in Japan.
Time & Date: 6pm to 8pm, 2nd Thursday of the month (next one 13 December)
Venue: Blue Diamond Club, Level 15, 123 Queen Street Melbourne
More info: http://www.bluediamondclub.com.au/, http://www.ajsvictoria.org.au/
For more information visit http://mujc.org.au/ or email pres...@mujc.org.au
Take care,
Ash
-- Ashley Matthew Brito 2nd Year Bachelor of Information Systems Bachelor of Arts Diploma of Modern Languages (Japanese) -- President Melbourne University Japanese Club C/- Asia Institute The University of Melbourne 3010 Email: pres...@mujc.org.au Web: http://mujc.org.au/ -- Staff-Student Liaisons Representative Electronic Commerce C/- Department of Information Systems University of Melbourne 3010
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