Two Lands, One Horizon: Australia and Mongolia celebrate cultural connection through music and artistic collaboration
September 2026
Ulaanbaatar. The Australian Embassy in Mongolia, in partnership with the Arts Council of Mongolia, presented Two Lands, One Horizon, a special cultural performance featuring Australian Indigenous artist David Wililams and Mongolian musicians and performers. Held in Ulaanbaatar on 18 September, the event brought together artists from both countries in a unique celebration of culture, creativity and artistic collaboration.
The performance featured collaborations between David Williams and Mongolian artists, including B.Narandelger (Beatbox Ray), Cultural Envoy of Mongolia; musicians Baraa and Miigaa; jazz singer Khulan; and fellow performers from the Ulaanbaatar Theatre. Blending Australian indigenous and Mongolian musical traditions, the artists explored shared themes of heritage, community and connection through music.
Highlights included performances by David Williams and Narandelger using the didgeridoo, tsuur (vertical flute), jaw harp and bow harp, alongside throat singing. David also performed with Baraa on the yochin (Mongolian dulcimer) and Miigaa on flute, creating a distinctive fusion of Australian and Mongolian sounds.
During his visit, David Williams also engaged with local communities, students and artists through workshops and cultural activities, creating opportunities for dialogue, learning and cultural exchange. Australia's Chargé d'affaires, Ms Lalita Kapur, said cultural exchange plays an important role in strengthening ties between Australia and Mongolia and fostering mutual understanding between people and communities.
As Australia and Mongolia look ahead to the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027, initiatives such as Two Lands, One Horizon highlight the value of cultural cooperation and people-to-people ties in the bilateral relationship.