Sydney, by the hour.

Thursday 8 Oct · 11:30am – 12:20pm

Join the Australian Chamber Orchestra for their next ACO Relaxed performance filled with Nordic charm and folk spirit. Inspired by northern landscapes and stories, the program features Grieg’s graceful Holberg Suite, the lively pulse of Rautavaara’s The Fiddlers, and a selection of Danish folk songs. Presented with flexible seating, adjusted lighting and sound levels, and a quiet space to chill out, this 50-minute relaxed performance is tailored to those for whom the traditional concert hall experience may be inaccessible. This welcoming concert invites you to listen and experience the music in your own way.

Thursday 8 Oct · 7:00pm

Drawn from centuries-old folk melodies from the Auvergne region of France and sung in a local dialect, these 27 songs seem to emerge from the land itself, telling stories of shepherds, rivers and the slow rhythm of rural life, ‘rich with nostalgia and summer light’ (ABC Classic). Following her acclaimed Sydney Symphony debut with Sir Donald Runnicles in 2024, Chinese soprano Ying Fang returns with her ‘remarkable voice of polished delicacy, sweetness and strength without forcefulness’ (Sydney Morning Herald) – the ideal instrument to bring these exquisite pastoral scenes to life.

Thursday 8 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:30pm

"Hawkes, Washingmachine & Marsh" are none other than Pete Hawkes (acoustic guitar, vocals), George Washingmachine (fiddle) and Christian Marsh (harmonica), legends on their respective instruments, three seasoned international players at the height of their powers joining forces to showcase the compositional talent of Pete’s original jazz, blues, folk and Celtic music in one and only one Oz tour. Be prepared for an onslaught in lilting Gypsy jazz fiddle, thundering Celtic reels, wailing blues harmonia and sizzling slide as these three wield their instruments of mass distraction together for the first time as one united force.

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm – 10:00pm

The Marvellous Hearts deliver soulful, acoustic storytelling led by Captain Bluetongue on gritty vocals and harmonica. He is backed by Carlyn Chen on expressive violin, Si Costello on steady double bass and Steve Bevis on guitar and vocals. The band draws from folk and roots traditions to craft immersive musical journeys that celebrate resilience, unity, and community. Slim Holloway croons lonesome weepers, forgotten outlaw gems, late-night cattle calls and slick city yodels all inspired by country, western and folk traditions. His original music and song arrangements bring together a broad vocal range, guitar and harmonica. Slim recently released his first solo album 'Nothing to do Today', as well as the EP 'Big Fat Broken Heart' with his regular band Slim Holloway & The Unsung Heroes.

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm

Drawn from centuries-old folk melodies from the Auvergne region of France and sung in a local dialect, these 27 songs seem to emerge from the land itself, telling stories of shepherds, rivers and the slow rhythm of rural life, ‘rich with nostalgia and summer light’ (ABC Classic). Following her acclaimed Sydney Symphony debut with Sir Donald Runnicles in 2024, Chinese soprano Ying Fang returns with her ‘remarkable voice of polished delicacy, sweetness and strength without forcefulness’ (Sydney Morning Herald) – the ideal instrument to bring these exquisite pastoral scenes to life.

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm – 9:30pm

The Tipsy Gypsies The Tipsy Gypsies are none other than Pete Hawkes (acoustic guitar, vocals), George Washingmachine (fiddle) and Christian Marsh (harmonica), three seasoned international players at the height of their powers joining forces to showcase the compositional talent of Pete’s original jazz, blues, folk and Celtic music in one and only one Oz tour.

Saturday 10 Oct · 2:00pm

Drawn from centuries-old folk melodies from the Auvergne region of France and sung in a local dialect, these 27 songs seem to emerge from the land itself, telling stories of shepherds, rivers and the slow rhythm of rural life, ‘rich with nostalgia and summer light’ (ABC Classic). Following her acclaimed Sydney Symphony debut with Sir Donald Runnicles in 2024, Chinese soprano Ying Fang returns with her ‘remarkable voice of polished delicacy, sweetness and strength without forcefulness’ (Sydney Morning Herald) – the ideal instrument to bring these exquisite pastoral scenes to life.

Saturday 10 Oct · 8:00pm – 11:30pm

A night of noise and escalation, this showcase tracks a distinct, heavy sonic evolution, moving from weaponised acoustic storytelling into a chaotic wall of sound. Starting with sharp, satirical folk-rock structures and dark, gothic Australian narratives as the atmosphere collapses into stark noise rock, grunge, and industrial sludge punk ending in a hotbed of frantic post-hardcore and emo math-rock, delivering a cathartic, genre-shifting release. It is a chaotic progression from folk roots to punk fury, driven entirely by local acts pushing the boundaries of alternative and experimental music.

Sunday 11 Oct · 1:30pm – 5:00pm

Spectra Jazz Orchestra is turning 10 years old! Come and celebrate with Spectra for an afternoon at Petersham Bowling Club. Spectra Jazz Orchestra is an initiative for young

Wednesday 14 Oct · 7:30pm – 11:30pm

Nathan Evans is bringing his distinctly Scottish sound to Australian shores for the first time ever in October 2026. Evans, joined by SAINT PHNX Band are set to mesmerise audiences in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth with his unique blend of folk-pop and shanty sounds. Known for his viral reinterpretation of the traditional song “Wellermen”, now sitting at half a billion streams, the then-amateur-turned-global-sensation combines traditional Scottish instruments, deep lyrics and heartfelt melodies to form an unmistakable sound.