Coco's Lunch with the Sai Brothers

Multiple Venues

Raising Rhythms

Coco’s Lunch with the Sai Brothers: Raising Rhythms is a thrilling a cappella showcase of Indian-inspired compositions, exhilarating konnakol (South Indian vocal percussion), mridangam / vocal improvisation, and some well-loved English lyric material underpinned by irresistible Indian percussion.

Experience the electrifying cross-cultural collaboration of ‘Australia’s magical purveyors of the a cappella art, Coco’s Lunch, with The Sai Brothers, as together they unite in a groundbreaking fusion of musical cultures: Raising Rhythms.

In a bold exploration of creativity, these musicians forge a distinct language and style that brings together the sublime vocal textures of Coco’s Lunch with the virtuosic rhythmic energy of renowned siblings The Sai Brothers on mridangam, kanjira and tabla.

With Coco’s Lunch member Dr Lisa Young’s mastery as a konnakol (South Indian vocal percussion) artist and a shared teaching lineage between Coco’s Lunch and The Sai Brothers, this collaboration unveils a new dimension of artistic expression, expanding the original work of the Coco’s Lunch composers.

Known internationally for their rhythmic prowess, ensemble-composed konnakol, soulful lyrics and skintight harmonies, Coco’s Lunch with the Sai Brothers offers a transcendent musical experience that resonates both locally and globally - and is a must-see incarnation for existing fans of Coco’s Lunch.
Coco’s Lunch with the Sai Brothers premiered in 2023 at Melbourne Recital Centre to a standing ovation and a 4-star review in The Age.


Coco's Lunch are Australia's multi award-winning, magical purveyors of original vocal repertoire. With 7 critically acclaimed albums under their belt, these women have won the hearts of audiences in over 13 different countries, received countless awards, been featured on compilation albums worldwide, and inspired a generation of singers.

Rising superstars The Sai Brothers are fast becoming recognised in both Australia and India for their virtuosic mridangam drumming, grounded in their rich musical lineage and training under the late maestro Guru Karaikudi R Mani.


Partners

 

COCO'S LUNCH
LISA YOUNG
voice, percussion
JACQUELINE GAWLER
voice, percussion
GABRIELLE MACGREGOR
voice, percussion
EMMA GILMARTIN
voice, percussion

SAI BROTHERS
SAI-NIVAEITHAN RAVICHANDHIRA
mridangam, kanjira
SAI-SARANGAN RAVICHANDHIRA mridangam, kanjira

Sample set:

Lisa YOUNG Tempo of Humanity
Lisa YOUNG Tha Thin Tha 
Jacqueline GAWLER The Baobab 
Lisa YOUNG Misra Chappu 
Jacqueline GAWLER Chanson Pour Anaïs 
Lisa YOUNG Other Plans 
Lisa YOUNG The Gift 
Lisa YOUNG On the Track 
Lisa YOUNG This Heart of the World
Jacqueline GAWLER Palani Princess 
Jacqueline GAWLER Varkala 

Program length: approx. 70 minutes (no interval) or 80 minutes (with interval)

Presenting Partners

Orange Regional Conservatorium, Gunnedah Conservatorium

Event and Ticketing Details

Dates & Times

Orange Regional Conservatorium   25 July 6:30pm
Gunnedah Town Hall   25 September 7pm

Location

Multiple Venues

Please check the venue in your city when booking tickets.

Event notes

Venues

Orange Regional Conservatorium
73A Hill Street
Orange NSW 2800


Gunnedah Town Hall
152 Conadilly St
Gunnedah NSW 2380

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