Mitch Tambo brightens day for sick children at John Hunter Hospital school
The Australian artist and Gamilaraay man, known for his appearance on the TV show Australia's Got Talent, made a stop in Newcastle on Tuesday, July 1, with his I am Me tour.
Kids in the School Room Ward watched Tambo use music, storytelling, his personal experiences and a yarning circle to highlight cultural connection with a focus on youth wellbeing and mental health.
"I get to share and celebrate my story through the music and break down the stories behind the music while also just spreading a message of inclusivity and celebrating one another regardless of our differences," he said.
"I'm really looking to come here to John Hunter Hospital and give back to some kids doing it tough."
His performance featured songs in the Gamilaraay language.
"The kids have an amazing time; they're so excited to dance and sing along, creating a truly joyful atmosphere," Tambo said.
In his visit, he also touched on the important issue of bullying.
"With tragic stories of students taking their own lives due to bullying, both in person and online, I believe it's vital to open up these conversations and provide a safe space for children to feel heard," he said.
John Hunter Hospital School principal Amy Kurtz said Tambo's visit was about raising cultural awareness and celebrating NAIDOC week.
"We like to think outside the box and offer educational experiences for our students that may sometimes miss out on things like this when not attending regular school," she said.
"This helps keep them connected."
CHILDREN at John Hunter Hospital were treated to a special performance in a visit from didgeridoo player, traditional Indigenous dancer and singer Mitch Tambo.
The Australian artist and Gamilaraay man, known for his appearance on the TV show Australia's Got Talent, made a stop in Newcastle on Tuesday, July 1, with his I am Me tour.
Kids in the School Room Ward watched Tambo use music, storytelling, his personal experiences and a yarning circle to highlight cultural connection with a focus on youth wellbeing and mental health.
"I get to share and celebrate my story through the music and break down the stories behind the music while also just spreading a message of inclusivity and celebrating one another regardless of our differences," he said.
"I'm really looking to come here to John Hunter Hospital and give back to some kids doing it tough."
His performance featured songs in the Gamilaraay language.
"The kids have an amazing time; they're so excited to dance and sing along, creating a truly joyful atmosphere," Tambo said.
In his visit, he also touched on the important issue of bullying.
"With tragic stories of students taking their own lives due to bullying, both in person and online, I believe it's vital to open up these conversations and provide a safe space for children to feel heard," he said.
John Hunter Hospital School principal Amy Kurtz said Tambo's visit was about raising cultural awareness and celebrating NAIDOC week.
"We like to think outside the box and offer educational experiences for our students that may sometimes miss out on things like this when not attending regular school," she said.
"This helps keep them connected."
CHILDREN at John Hunter Hospital were treated to a special performance in a visit from didgeridoo player, traditional Indigenous dancer and singer Mitch Tambo.
The Australian artist and Gamilaraay man, known for his appearance on the TV show Australia's Got Talent, made a stop in Newcastle on Tuesday, July 1, with his I am Me tour.
Kids in the School Room Ward watched Tambo use music, storytelling, his personal experiences and a yarning circle to highlight cultural connection with a focus on youth wellbeing and mental health.
"I get to share and celebrate my story through the music and break down the stories behind the music while also just spreading a message of inclusivity and celebrating one another regardless of our differences," he said.
"I'm really looking to come here to John Hunter Hospital and give back to some kids doing it tough."
His performance featured songs in the Gamilaraay language.
"The kids have an amazing time; they're so excited to dance and sing along, creating a truly joyful atmosphere," Tambo said.
In his visit, he also touched on the important issue of bullying.
"With tragic stories of students taking their own lives due to bullying, both in person and online, I believe it's vital to open up these conversations and provide a safe space for children to feel heard," he said.
John Hunter Hospital School principal Amy Kurtz said Tambo's visit was about raising cultural awareness and celebrating NAIDOC week.
"We like to think outside the box and offer educational experiences for our students that may sometimes miss out on things like this when not attending regular school," she said.
"This helps keep them connected."
CHILDREN at John Hunter Hospital were treated to a special performance in a visit from didgeridoo player, traditional Indigenous dancer and singer Mitch Tambo.
The Australian artist and Gamilaraay man, known for his appearance on the TV show Australia's Got Talent, made a stop in Newcastle on Tuesday, July 1, with his I am Me tour.
Kids in the School Room Ward watched Tambo use music, storytelling, his personal experiences and a yarning circle to highlight cultural connection with a focus on youth wellbeing and mental health.
"I get to share and celebrate my story through the music and break down the stories behind the music while also just spreading a message of inclusivity and celebrating one another regardless of our differences," he said.
"I'm really looking to come here to John Hunter Hospital and give back to some kids doing it tough."
His performance featured songs in the Gamilaraay language.
"The kids have an amazing time; they're so excited to dance and sing along, creating a truly joyful atmosphere," Tambo said.
In his visit, he also touched on the important issue of bullying.
"With tragic stories of students taking their own lives due to bullying, both in person and online, I believe it's vital to open up these conversations and provide a safe space for children to feel heard," he said.
John Hunter Hospital School principal Amy Kurtz said Tambo's visit was about raising cultural awareness and celebrating NAIDOC week.
"We like to think outside the box and offer educational experiences for our students that may sometimes miss out on things like this when not attending regular school," she said.
"This helps keep them connected."
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