Local lad snares Snoop Dogg
Regular readers of the Tarrangower Times do not expect reportage about the AFL Grand Final or an international rap star but it turns out that there is an unexpected link. Local resident Helen Butcher has advised that her son managed to contact Snoop Dogg — here to perform at the biggest footy game of the year — and arrange a meeting and recording session on Friday 26 September.
Creative Streets takes flight with aerial acts
The Creative Streets Festival will take Armidale' creative scene to new heights with a spectacular lineup of entertainment that will ignite your imagination and celebrate our region’s vibrant spirit ... This isn’t just a festival, it’s a creative collision of art, music, ideas, and community.
The Australian Burlesque Festival – The Big Tease Soiree
The Australian Burlesque Festival’s Big Tease Soiree returns to Araluen Arts Centre in 2025 for another dazzling year, celebrating an incredible 16 years of vintage glamour, seductive artistry, and world-class burlesque.
Wallaby Creek Festival 2025
"This year we have a full line-up of 30 acts for the stages, a Youth program, a Children's Festival program and Workshops! Cape York Folk Club Inc. are proud to present headliners like Anthony Forrest, Fat Picnic and Kingfisha, who will have the crowd pumping to sublime reggae, dub and modern rock!
New community piano to hit all the right notes
Mildura has been selected as one of just 19 towns across Australia to receive a community piano through the ABC’s Pop-Up Piano initiative. To mark the Year of the Piano, and the launch of ABC iView series The Piano, the ABC put a call out for communities to apply for the gift of a pre-loved instrument.
Monk has found the heart of his music
Six years after leaving a career as an internationally celebrated jazz pianist for the life of an ordained Buddhist monk, Koun Vincent has announced a return to the keyboard and the national stage with a new Australian tour including a performance in Corryong.
Images from Mundi Mundi
The Black Shadows at Mundi Mundi ... Line up of cars and campervans returning from Mundi Mundi ...
Narrandera choir’s success at Eisteddfod
Narrandera's community choir With One Voice Riverina had a successful night at the Leeton Eisteddfod, taking out first place in two categories, Open Choral Ensemble and Open Choral Australian Ballade, and once again taking home the prestigious Marion McAuslan Trophy.
Summer toil brings winter treat for Denmark music lovers
Patricia Gill. Sarabande Early Music Ensemble explored the Baroque period of Italy in a rousing concert at a sun-bathed St Leonard's Anglican Church on Saturday afternoon.
Look what’s popped up!
Serena Kirby. The eagerly-awaited community piano has arrived in Denmark. The pre-loved piano was donated to the Denmark community earlier this year as part of the ABC's nationwide Pop-Up Piano Project.
International street fiesta returning in November
On Monday, Chinese and North Indian dance routines gave a vibrant prelude to the exciting program that awaits visitors to the International Street Fiesta at Toowoomba's Queens Park on Saturday, November 1.
Local musicians to delight overseas audiences
The Clarence Valley Orchestra, a cherished 50-piece community ensemble, is preparing for its most ambitious undertaking yet, a spectacular European tour ... they will embark on the monumental flight to Rome, marking the start of a musical odyssey across the continent.
Christine’s a country star
Sebastian Calderon. A local country music artist will embark on a world-wide journey through the United States and Europe, after being nominated for more than 19 industry awards. Loxton's Christine Clifford has continued to showcase the Riverland's country music heritage, being named a finalist in numerous categories at three major international awards…
Marnpi Festival is coming to Broken Hill!
We're proud to announce Marnpi Festival, a significant First Nations-led arts and community festival co-designed by Badger Bates and Slag Heap Projects with Anthony Hayward and Nancy Bates, in partnership with The Old Vic Gallery Studio and Premier Automotive Tyres.
Full program released for Rockhampton River Festival 2025
Rockhampton River Festival is set to light up the Riverside Precinct once again, with the full program for River Fest 2025 now officially released. From Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July, the city will come alive with music, art and culture and the best part? It’s free!
Keys of Gold illuminates regional Victoria’s musical heritage
This July, the inaugural Keys of Gold festival invites audiences on a month-long exploration of Central Victoria’s rich musical tapestry. Presented by Bendigo Fine Music, the festival offers 10 concerts across 7 historic venues in Bendigo, Castlemaine, Inglewood, and Maldon...
‘Hippy’ happy with arts progress
Patricia Gill. Denmark Arts' latest life member Avril Steyl belonged to an influx of Hippies in the 1970s who created Denmark as a centre for the arts. She was presented with the award at a community arts event at Denmark Artshouse on June 27 in acknowledgement for her work in the arts and music.
An enchanting performance
A spellbinding evening of classical guitar filled the Birchip Uniting Church on Saturday night, as Chathura Silva returned to the town where his musical journey began, to perform an intimate concert for an appreciative audience.
Musical interlude delights at the Rex
The life and times of Edwardian composer Liza Lehmann was brought to life through narrative and song in the presentation of “In A Persian Garden” by the Dunolly Gilbert and Sullivan Society at The Rex Theatre last Saturday afternoon.
Sydney Youth Orchestra, Aboriginal rapper Dobby and a Sydney music teacher walk in to Mr Sean’s rap class
On Monday 16th June, Katie from the Sydney Youth Orchestra, Rhyan aka Dobby, and Adele, an experienced music teacher called into Mr Sean's rap song class. With such visitors, it wasn't surprising to see Miss Rachel's choir come over to join in.
Symphony of local excitement ahead of European adventure
It was music to their ears when they were officially announced as members of the Regional Youth Orchestra (RYO) of NSW, and now, Clarence Valley Conservatorium students Oscar Woods, Tessa Darby, Casey Palmer, and Toby Smidt are preparing to head overseas on June 29 to perform at some of the world’s most renowned venues as part of the 2025 Europe Tour.
Chathura Silva’s medicine and music: Birchip fosters eminent career
Long-term Birchip residents may remember, about 30 years ago, when two young Sri Lankan boys, Tharanga and Chathura Silva, enrolled at the school ... Chath has offered to give a classical guitar recital in Birchip, with all proceeds going to the Birchip P-12 School. Chath feels that it is only natural to give something back to the Birchip community and school which fuelled his passions as a young boy.
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