Wallabindi: In story and song

Overview

Join First Nations artist and musician Wallabindi for an uplifting evening of music, storytelling and connection at the National Library of Australia.

Performing under her reclaimed name, Wallabindi (Monica Harland/Monica Moore) is a proud First Nations woman of Wardandi Bibbulmun Noongar and Yamatji heritage, and a Myanmar woman who has called Ngunnawal Country home for more than 20 years.

Drawing strength from her late mother, a survivor of the Stolen Generations, and the resilience of her ancestors, Wallabindi creates deeply moving performances that weave together personal stories, culture and song. Accompanied by Richard Gorter on guitar and Jon Jones on percussion, enjoy a heartfelt evening of powerful music, rich storytelling and shared reflection.

Don't miss this special event, held on Indigenous Literacy Day and celebrating Indigenous stories, languages and literacy.

Wallabindi shares her music widely at schools, festivals, workshops and protests. As a singer-songwriter, visual artist, educator and devoted mother of two, she believes in the power of sharing truth, culture and lived experience to inspire healing, understanding and transformation. Her acclaimed 2023 debut extended play Wallabindi Dreaming won the MusicACT Independent Debut of the Year and, along with a selection of her artwork, is now part of AIATSIS' permanent collection.