Course 01: How To Use This Resource

Course 01: How To Use This Resource

Video 01

1. Long Story Short Song

Video 02

2. Indigenous Instruments

Video 03

3. Singing in Indigenous Language

Video 04

4. Indigenous Engagement

Video 05

5. Rearranging the songs

Video 06

6. Cultural Appropriation

Video 07

7. Culturally Safe Spaces

Before singing, share the story behind each song. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander songs hold deep cultural meaning beyond melody or chords. Listen to the recordings first, using notations as support. By understanding their stories, we connect more deeply and decolonise our approach to music, honouring storytelling at its heart.

Video 01

1. Long Story Short Song

Before singing, share the story behind each song. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander songs hold deep cultural meaning beyond melody or chords. Listen to the recordings first, using notations as support. By understanding their stories, we connect more deeply and decolonise our approach to music, honouring storytelling at its heart.

Video 02

2. Indigenous Instruments

Video 03

3. Singing in Indigenous Language

Video 04

4. Indigenous Engagement

Video 05

5. Rearranging the songs

Video 06

6. Cultural Appropriation

Video 07

7. Culturally Safe Spaces

Video 01

1. Long Story Short Song

Before singing, share the story behind each song. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander songs hold deep cultural meaning beyond melody or chords. Listen to the recordings first, using notations as support. By understanding their stories, we connect more deeply and decolonise our approach to music, honouring storytelling at its heart.

Video 02

2. Indigenous Instruments

Video 03

3. Singing in Indigenous Language

Video 04

4. Indigenous Engagement

Video 05

5. Rearranging the songs

Video 06

6. Cultural Appropriation

Video 07

7. Culturally Safe Spaces

FAQs

Who are these resources designed for?

Our materials are created for educators, students, and community leaders who want to make learning music engaging, accessible, and culturally informed.

Do I need any prior music experience to use these resources?

Not at all! Our tutorials and materials are designed for all skill levels — from complete beginners to experienced teachers.

What does “cultural guidance” mean?

Cultural guidance offers insights into the traditions, stories, and contexts behind each piece of music — helping learners connect more deeply with what they play and teach.

We, Jessie's Classroom , acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where we live, the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future; and honour the spiritual, cultural, and political connection to this unique place that has been ongoing for more than 2000 generations.© 2025 Jessie's Classroom. All rights reserved.

We, Jessie's Classroom , acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where we live, the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future; and honour the spiritual, cultural, and political connection to this unique place that has been ongoing for more than 2000 generations.© 2025 Jessie's Classroom. All rights reserved.

We, Jessie's Classroom , acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where we live, the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future; and honour the spiritual, cultural, and political connection to this unique place that has been ongoing for more than 2000 generations.© 2025 Jessie's Classroom. All rights reserved.