2025 Featured Artists

Critically acclaimed Australian/Sierra-Leonean pianist Tonya Lemoh has been labelled a ‘pianist archaeologist’ for her championing of forgotten composers. This engaging recital features music by composers known and unknown – tragic, vivacious, and wistful by turns. 

An unforgettable experience that revels in the beauty and intensity of Flamenco, through stories from the legendary Bar Kanela.

Australian classical guitar has some spectacular new heroes! Brothers Ziggy and Miles show off their immaculate mastery in these joyous programs for guitar duo, that run the gamut from Bach to Brazil.

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.

An exquisite program of classics from French and German composers, ‘Lyrical Masterpieces’ brings together a wondrously virtuosic duo: violinist Kristian Winther and pianist Brieley Cutting. Escape into a world of glowing sound and radiant melodies.

Feelin’ Groovy: an evening of peace, love and discovery! Settle in with songs from the sixties, the decade that brought us the everything from the Beatles to Sinatra. After 30 years of headlining New York, Japan and Europe to sold-out performances at top jazz venues and festivals, international vocalist and bassist Nicki Parrott celebrates her return home to “slow down and chill out” with her Northern Rivers Band. 

The renowned Flinders Quartet play uplifting masterpieces by Beethoven and Dvořák, alongside Deborah Cheetham Fraillon’s fascinating tribute to Matthew Flinders’ exploration partner, Darug man Bungaree.

Monuments of the Cello

Three monumental works for solo cello – by Bach, Sibelius and Kodály, performed without interval – give the audience a musical experience of unparalleled intimacy, and memorable virtuosity. Award-winning cellist Richard Narroway presents a profoundly expressive concert, bringing out all the entrancing qualities of this beloved instrument.

Enjoy Australia’s finest wind quintet in a delightful program celebrating the beauty and magnificence (and occasional quirkiness) of nature.