HIGH TEA LIVE June - December Program Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2018
ARIA award-winning didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton, acclaimed jazz singer Hetty Kate and Melbourne indie songstress Rebecca Barnard (Rebecca's Empire) are among the eclectic all-star line-up of performers featured in Arts Centre Melbourne's new High Tea Live series. Previously known as Jazz High Tea, High Tea Live expands upon the jazz genre with performances featuring swing, rock, cabaret, opera and Broadway as well as special sessions for families. The beloved Arts Centre Melbourne tradition, features a different act on the first Sunday of every month from March until December.
US, Irish, Greek, English and Serbian Acts Join Top Australian Artists in NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL 2018
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2017
The National Folk Festival has announced a bakers' dozen of 13 more artists, joining the growing line-up of exciting acts for 2018.Performing in Australia for the first time and exclusive to the National is US acoustic duo, Ryanhood. Starting their music career as street-performers at Boston's Quincy Market, they have won more than a dozen music awards in their home state of Arizona including Best Folk Band and Best Rock Band. Cameron Hood's rich and folky lead vocals, Ryan Green's explosive guitar and mandolin riffs, their airtight vocal harmonies and easy rapport with audiences have become a hallmark of their shows.