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Inanay Gupu Wana - Traditional Australian Aboriginal song

Inanay Gupu Wana (often just called “Inanay”) is a well-known traditional Aboriginal lullaby that originates from the Torres Strait and Yorta Yorta people.

The words are sung in Yorta Yorta language (an Aboriginal language from northern Victoria), and it has been passed down through generations as a gentle children’s song.

At its heart, Inanay is a comforting lullaby for children. The lyrics use playful, rhythmic sounds (“Inanay gupu wana…”) that are soothing rather than literal.

Like many Aboriginal songs, its purpose is connection — between parent and child, people and land, and the passing down of culture through song.

Choral - Inanay (1 page, lyrics with chords)

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MOJ show movements and sing Inanay

Haida

“Haida” is an Eastern European folk song with some very simple dancing steps associated with it. It proved to be wildly popular - one highlight was a MOJ performance in Hong Kong with over 1,200 people dancing to “Haida”!

Haida audio

MOJ show movements and sing Haida

Music of Joy 'Raining on the Rock' (Uluru)

In this performance, Music of Joy offers a rich, meditative reinterpretation of John Williamson’s iconic Australian song, blending diverse instruments and cultural textures to evoke the spirit of Uluru, lovingly called “the Rock”.

Originally written and performed by John Williamson, it was released in January 1987 as a single from his album Mallee Boy. The song paints a vivid portrait of Uluru (Ayers Rock), with lyrical nods to Albert Namatjira and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), celebrating the land’s deep spiritual resonance: “I’m proud to travel this big land, as an Aborigine”.

Music of Joy is a multicultural, meditation-focused group based in Sydney, known for uplifting, globally inspired compositions that aim to awaken and enlighten the spirit within. They've performed “Raining on the Rock” in numerous free, public meditation concerts across Australia and around the world  - including events at Uluru and regional tours - where they integrate the song into immersive, spiritually resonant experiences. Their rendition emphasizes the meditative, joyous energy of the original, adding new dimensions of emotional depth and transcendence to the familiar lyrics.

Music of Joy - School Programs In Australia

Music of Joy is a unique, multicultural ensemble based in Sydney, Australia, whose music aims to “awaken and enlighten the spirit within.” Their vibrant repertoire spans songs from across the globe, fostering a meditative and uplifting experience.

Over the last 25 years, the group has toured more than 10 countries, sharing their spiritual, joyous music around the world.

About Music of Joy

Music of Joy is a unique multicultural ensemble based in Sydney, Australia, whose music is deeply inspired by both world traditions and the practice of Sahaja Yoga meditation. For more than three decades, the group has performed across Australia and internationally, sharing songs that draw from Indian bhajans, Chinese folk tunes, African rhythms, Aboriginal songs, Western harmonies, and many other traditions.

Their performances are not just concerts, but immersive experiences where music becomes a bridge to inner silence and joy. Guided by the teachings of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, the founder of Sahaja Yoga, Music of Joy uses melody, rhythm, and mantra to help audiences connect with a meditative state. The result is a vibrant, uplifting atmosphere where people from all walks of life can feel peace, unity, and the joy of collective music-making.