British Council Arts

We build connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s mission to create a friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and the wider world. We find new ways of connecting with and understanding each other through the arts, to develop stronger creative sectors around the world that are better connected with the UK. Find out more about British Council Arts: www.britishcouncil.org/arts

What it means to be a 'Female Author' - International Literature Showcase

The International Literature Showcase is a project to present the best of British literature to the world. The first of this year's showcases saw Elif Shafak selecting 10 brilliant women writers. In this podcast Georgina Godwin speaks to Elif and they discuss the importance of championing British literature and what it's like to be referred to as a 'female writer'. We also speak to some of the authors selected for this ILS showcase including Jessie Greengrass, Kapka Kassabova and Denise Mina. Find out more: http://bit.ly/2Mk0lz7

05-30
26:04

Maina (Teaching track, both parts, in D)

Maina (Teaching track, both parts, in D) by British Council Arts

05-21
00:53

Maina (Male vocal version in F)

Maina (Male vocal version in F) by British Council Arts

05-21
01:38

Chidiya (World Voice India) - Performance Audio - Language - Hindi

This relatively modern song featuring five birds in Hindi, is particularly effective as an action song.It is used by many primary school teachers in the Hindi speaking belt in Northern India, to teach simple mathematical concepts like reverse counting and subtraction in a fun and interesting manner. The lyric can be spoken as a rhyme or can be sung to a tune. Lyrics: LATINISED LYRICS TRANSLATION Chidiya Chidiya Udti Ja, Bird, Bird, Keep Flying Chidiya Chidiya khushi se ga. Bird, Bird, Keep Singing joyfully. Panch Chotti Chidiya chala rahi thi Kaar, Five little birds were driving a car. Ek chidiya ud gayee, baaki bachee chaar. One bird flew away, leaving only four. Chaar chotti chidiya bajaa rahi thi been, Four little birds were playing a “Been” * Ek chidiya ud gayee baaki bachee teen. One bird flew away, leaving only three. Teen chotti chidiya haath munh dho, Three little birds,wash your hands and faces Ek chidiya ud gayee, baaki bachee do. One bird flew away, leaving only two. Do chotti chidiya kha rahi thi cake, Two little birds were eating cake, Ek chidiya ud gayi, baaki bachee ek. One flew away, leaving only one. Ek chotti chidiya bajaa rahi thi taali, One little bird was clapping away, Wo bhi ab ud gayee, daali reh gayee khali. since it has flown away as well, the branch is empty. HINDI LYRICS िचिड़या िचिड़या उड़ती जा, िचिड़या िचिड़या ख़ुशी से गा पाँच छोटी िचिड़या चला रही थी कार एक िचिड़या उड़ गई, बाक़ी बची चार चार छोटी िचिड़या बजा रही थी बीन, एक िचिड़या उड़ गई, बाक़ी बची तीन तीन छोटी िचिड़या हाथ मूँह धो, एक िचिड़या उड़ गई, बाक़ी बची दो दो छोटी िचिड़या खा रही थी केक, एक िचिड़या उड़ गई, बाक़ी बची एक

05-21
02:10

London Book Fair 2019: Indonesia

Live from London Book Fair 2019, Georgina Godwin speaks to authors Clara Ng, Faisal Oddang, Nirwan Dewanto, Leila S. Chudori, Agustinus Wibowo and Reda Gaudiamo as well as translators Tiffany Tsao and Mikael Johani.

03-29
59:31

An Introduction to Indonesian Literature

Listen as Georgina Godwin explores the rich literary and cultural heritage of Indonesia with scholar Annabel Gallop and author Feby Indirani at the British Library.

02-20
34:46

Sounding Out | part three: tips for working in radio today

In 2018, the British Council commissioned University of Westminster and MusicTank to research and provide insight into the UK-wide radio scene with a particular emphasis on youth-run and youth-curated content and audiences. In October, the research was unveiled at the Roundhouse in London with two panel discussions led by Dr Matthew Linfoot (who led the research) featuring bright minds from the spectrum of radio, podcasting and audio today. This is a must listen for anyone looking for tips on how to get into the world of radio today, what you need to succeed and anyone who wants to know more about creating a successful podcast and the key role of storytelling in successful audio today.

01-16
05:50

Sounding Out | part two: radio beyond FM

In 2018, the British Council commissioned University of Westminster and MusicTank to research and provide insight into the UK-wide radio scene with a particular emphasis on youth-run and youth-curated content and audiences. In October, the research was unveiled at the Roundhouse in London with two panel discussions led by Dr Matthew Linfoot (who led the research) featuring bright minds from the spectrum of radio, podcasting and audio today. This is a must listen for anyone looking for tips on how to get into the world of radio today, what you need to succeed and anyone who wants to know more about creating a successful podcast and the key role of storytelling in successful audio today.

01-16
05:01

Sounding Out | part one: have we dropped the ball with young people and radio?

In 2018, the British Council commissioned University of Westminster and MusicTank to research and provide insight into the UK-wide radio scene with a particular emphasis on youth-run and youth-curated content and audiences. In October, the research was unveiled at the Roundhouse in London with two panel discussions led by Dr Matthew Linfoot (who led the research) featuring bright minds from the spectrum of radio, podcasting and audio today. This is a must listen for anyone looking for tips on how to get into the world of radio today, what you need to succeed and anyone who wants to know more about creating a successful podcast and the key role of storytelling in successful audio today.

01-16
04:41

1A Chapter 3 - Point To The Blackboard - Backing Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:31

1A Chapter 3 - Point To The Blackboard - Vocal Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:31

1B Chapter 3 - What Can You See In The Park - Backing Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:25

1B Chapter 3 - What Can You See In The Park - Vocal Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:25

1A Chapter 4 - One Little Two Little Pencils- Backing Track.

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:56

1A Chapter 4 - One Little Two Little Pencils- Vocal Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:55

2A Chapter 6 - Thank You - Backing Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:46

2A Chapter 6 - Thank You - Vocal Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
00:49

2B Chapter 1 - If You're Helpful - Backing Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
01:16

2B Chapter 1 - If You're Helpful - Vocal Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
01:15

2B Chapter 4 - This Is The Way - Backing Track

Playlist to accompany the World Voice Hong Kong English Curriculum Songbook (Songs performed by Richard Frostick, Accompanied Christ Wilson)

12-01
01:15

Frank Ogallo

This is amazing! And surprising how they met the man who made them tell their story!

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