ALBA (WA)
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Traditional Celtic music with tinges of jazz and other contemporary music elements all make up the energetic and enthralling sound of ALBA.
Fiona Davidson and Paul Johnson create a sound that is far greater than just the two of them utilising fiddle, guitar, mandolin, percussion and vocals.
The Albany Shantymen (WA)
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Join a scaled down group of Albany’s famous shantymen as they lead you through a vocal workshop that encompasses history, stories and how best to access your inner shanty goodness.
Andrew Ellis (WA)
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Andrew Ellis is a world renowned Australian luthier with a wealth of experience crafting world-class guitars that captivate musicians across the globe. Based in Perth, Western Australia, Andrew’s meticulous craftsmanship and innovative designs have earned him a stellar reputation among professional players and enthusiasts alike.
Andrew Tait (WA)
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Andrew Tait, a multi-talented musician and luthier, plays the Double Bass, Violone and Viola da Gamba. He studied Double Bass in Chicago, worked with the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra, and has performed with every major Australian symphony orchestra.
A dedicated luthier since the 1980s, he has received numerous fellowships and grants for his craft, and now performs with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and teaches luthiery.
Andrew Winton (WA)
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Returning to the stage in his trademark role as WA’s lap slide guru and songwriter par excellence, Andrew Winton brings a joyful, humorous and positive energy whenever he performs. Wielding the “tree root” instrument that has become his signature sound, revel in innovative and skilled playing and top shelf songcraft.
Bluegrass Parkway (WA)
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Australia’s finest purveyors of traditional bluegrass, Bluegrass Parkway are always a delight to listen to. Blended harmony singing brings a warm glow atop the driving rhythms and distinctive melodies that define the bluegrass sound. There is never a dull moment at a BGP gig!
Eddy & Josephine Jay (UK/ WA)
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Eddy Jay is a virtuosic accordion player who’s breathtakingly beautiful performances have been captivating audiences across the globe for over 30 years. One of the foremost exponents of the accordion in the UK, Eddy performs Jazz, French, Irish, Scottish, Bavarian and Folk styles.
His accordion playing has been described as “virtuosic”, “outstanding”, “mesmerising” and “breathtakingly beautiful” in industry press.
Eddy Jay is somewhat of a polymath bringing together extraordinary musical skills alongside his background of mathematics, design and pioneering innovations. Utilising 3D technology, Eddy makes concertinas, violins and other instruments in a highly innovative and groundbreaking way.
The Inadequates (QLD)
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The Inadequates are an award-winning trio known for their energetic performances and innovative acoustic sound. Growing rapidly within the Australian folk scene, these lads have become favourites at a variety of folk festivals!
They perform in signature bright suits and feature banjo, mandolin, guitar, accordion, and 3-part vocal harmonies – nearly all at the same time too (clever boys!)
Kristina Olsen (USA)
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Songwriter, multi instrumentalist, composer, author and skilled teacher, there isn’t a great deal in the business of music that Kristina Olsen isn’t exceptional at!
Having endeared herself to Australian audiences over a number or years, Kristina returns after a long hiatus and is guaranteed to entertain, delight and edify audiences with her stunning performances. Keep an ear out for long time collaborator and virtuoso cellist, Peter Grayling.
Mark Cain (WA)
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Renowned Australian musician, Mark Cain, has garnered a reputation as a world music improviser of the highest order. Be it ensemble playing or free ranging improvisation, he is comfortable with it all and has the confident demeanor of someone who has been immersed in music for decades.
His inventive nature has led him into the world of crafting wind instruments from various materials, sometimes obvious but many times not!
Minky Gardner (WA)
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Minky Gardner, also known as Minky G, is a singer/songwriter who captivates audiences with her uplifting charm and undeniable charisma.
Minky blends soulful vocals with intricate guitar and ukulele melodies, crafting a unique and enchanting folk-jazz sound. Minky’s expertise as a performer and teacher is evident in every note she plays.
The Paper Collar Pickers (NSW/WA)
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The Paper Collar Pickers are Rod Vervest and Craig Sinclair, two musicians hailing from WA’s south coast, who share a common love for ragtime guitar, close harmonies and Albany’s granite coastline.
Rod is a seasoned fingerstyle acoustic guitarist, fronting a series of successful musical projects, and Craig is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist and dobro player, who plants his storytelling lyrics in the rich riverbed of old-timey and contemporary folk styles.
Paul Duff (WA)
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Paul Duff is an “archetypal” playmaker. Combining his passion for making and playing, he is simultaneously a world-class mandolin luthier and a confessed Bill Monroe tragic. Authenticity and pedigree define both his making and playing, which for decades has provided the trademark sound of his venerated band Bluegrass Parkway.
Sign of Four (WA)
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Sign of Four is a contemporary string quartet formed in 2022 by Shenzo Gregorio, Daniel Drieberg, Mardae Selepak, and Jude Iddison.
Violins, mandolins, guitars, octave violas, and lush vocal harmonies are showcased in a predominantly jazz focused repertoire, with tastes of classical, Celtic, Latin and beyond.
Sign of Four play innovative arrangements of jazz standards, interpretations of contemporary favourites, gypsy jazz, and original compositions, taking audiences on an exhilarating, and inspiring musical journey.