FOUR Winds currently has a crowdfunding initiative running online with the aim of connecting to the musical world via the use of videoconferencing equipment.
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It is hoped the project will help share and exchange musical content with the rest of the world by overcoming the geographical isolation of the region, bringing students and teachers face to face with experts from around the world.
It will also help facilitate partnerships with musical establishments like the Sydney Opera House, London Symphony Orchestra and the Manhattan School of Music.
"The installation of the new videoconferencing equipment at Four Winds will make a significant difference, allowing them to both receive and broadcast content, forging exciting new connections with local and global networks of educators and artists,” head of learning at the Sydney Opera House Bridgette Van Leuven said.
“How do I know?” she added.
“Because it's exactly what we've done at the Sydney Opera House, offering interactive lessons, tours and performances via videoconference, in real time.
“I’ve seen the benefits at the Opera House and would dearly love to see the same facilities, using the big screen, in the Windsong Pavilion.”
In order to equip the Windsong Pavilion with videoconference equipment, Four Winds will need to raise $10,000 - which is where the donations website comes into the equation with this unique project.
Every dollar raised this week will also be matched by Creative Partnerships Australia.
Meanwhile, Four Winds is hosting more than 100 local primary school students next week for a special Opera House performance of the Tale of Samulnori, beamed into the unique Windsong Pavilion using the technology.
The access to Opera House performances on the Far South Coast is unprecedented and would be a huge cultural connection for the region.