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Siva Samoa – Intermediate – Level 2
$104.05
This course is for students who completed the level one course successfully. Upon completion of this course students will learn a Maulu’ulu style siva titled ‘Tamasese’ as well as the meaning and history behind the song. Students will also learn a coconut dance ‘Siva ipu popo’ as well as cultural knowledge pertaining to geography, traditional items, iconic Samoans, legends and more! There is much emphasis on conveying emotion during siva in this course.
Course Information
SIVA SAMOA INTERMEDIATE LEVEL TWO – this course is for students who completed the level one course successfully. Upon completion of this course students will learn a Maulu’ulu style siva titled ‘Tamasese’ as well as the meaning and history behind the song. Students will also learn a coconut dance ‘Siva ipu popo’ as well as cultural knowledge pertaining to geography, traditional items, iconic Samoans, legends and more! There is much emphasis on conveying emotion during siva in this course.
- 8 weeks of video lessons- released every Saturday at 9am AEST.
- Week nine is assessment week- whereby students are required to send in video of the dances learnt and complete a quiz based on information shared throughout term
- It is recommended that students send in progress videos every two weeks, to receive feedback, assistance with technique.
- Upon completion of assessment students will receive report and Certificate of Completion.
Instructor
Maryjane Schwenke
Maryjane has extensive experience on the local and international stage in Polynesian cultural arts and performances spanning over 20 years.