Smokimbal Beibi video Clip with Song

Added by Northern Territory Library

The Banatjarl Strongbala Wumin Grup have filmed a smoking ceremony, the ancient custom practised by indigenous people for thousands of years.

The song, Holdimbat Beibi Smokimbat Beibi was created by singer/songwriter Shellie Morris and wimun from the Grup for the na-walkwalk-kan (children) of the Katherine region.

The Bilingual Baby Board Book - Na-Walkwalk-kan showcases the song and photos of the body parts that are specifically smoked or warmed.

More Information
  • Language:Kriol, Creole, Jawoyn
  • English Subtitles:No
  • Genre:Cultural Events and Public Ceremonies
  • Year Completed:2012
  • Other Crew:Graphic Design: Batchelor Press, Photography; Diane Krepp and Mary Gazzola (Katherine)
  • Copyright:NTL
  • Partner Organisation:Funding Assistance from Indigenous Language Support
  • Location:Barunga
  • Duration:00:04:07
  • Camera:Revona Urban & Scott Hall from Djilpin Arts Aboriginal Corporation & Will Tinapple from ABC Open, Darwin
  • Music & Musician:Shellie Morris
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