New Year’s Eve with Carola Christian
December 16, 2011
Sizzling songstress Carola Christian will perform at The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa on New Year’s Eve with her five-piece outfit, Carola Christian and The Dirty Funk Affair.
The show will feature original songs peppered with stylised retro rock ‘n’soul covers from artists such as Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Shirley Bassey, Gloria Gaynor, Stevie Wonder, J.J. Cale and James Brown, just to name a few.
An incredibly passionate and distinct vocalist, Carola’s commanding voice has sung out on concert stages and at festivals across the country.
She took out the highly coveted Song of the Year Award and was nominated for Best Rock Song and New Recording Talent in the North Coast Dolphin Awards. She has also been voted into Triple J’s prestigious Unearthed Top 20 Pop Chart.
Carola’s broad range of vocals, from deep haunting to screaming soprano, enables her to groove her way from velvety tones through to raw sensuality and gutsy power. Her stage presence is sassy, with no inhibitions to cut loose.
Cold Chisel to play at Bluesfest in 2012
December 7, 2011
Bluesfest has announced that Cold Chisel will headline the 2012 event, with the legendary Australian band’s exclusive festival appearance closing the main stage on Thursday 5th of April 2012.
It will be the first time that an Australian artist has ever headlined this iconic musical event.
Spiritsong to perform Vivaldi in Ballina, Lismore
November 7, 2011
The choir Spiritsong, under the direction of Warren Whitney, will present a collection of choral classics including the complete Gloria RV589, by Vivaldi.
Originally composed [1716] for the girls in the orphanage where Vivaldi was priest, it remained relatively unknown until 1939.
Since this performance in Siena, it has become a firm favourite with choirs and audiences for its theatrical quality and rich contrasts of texture and expression.
Also on the program will be a selection of settings of Ave Maria, of which many have been written but only four will be performed.
And the celebration? It is 400 years since the death of Tamas Luigi de Victoria, possibly one of Spain’s best composers and a master of intricate choral writing, often with the pipe organ as soloist, from the late Renaissance. His music has great intensity and emotional appeal that belies its era.
TWILIGHT PERFORMANCE:
Wednesday, 30 November, 2011 @ 6.00pm, St Mary’s Anglican Church, Ballina.
EVENING PERFORMANCE:
Thursday, 1 December, 2011 @ 7.30pm, St Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore.
Tickets at the door, adult $12, concession $10, enquiries 0429 185 361.
Father’s Day with Tim Stokes at The Byron at Byron
August 24, 2011
Renowned songman Tim Stokes will grace The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa on Father’s Day, September 4.
With an eclectic sound blending acoustic lounge funk, soul folk, surf country and desert blues, his hypnotic music has been influenced by the likes of Paul Kelly, Ben Harper, John Butler, John Williamson, Dave Matthews Band and The Grateful Dead.
“Stokes is a friend and we’re all delighted to have him play here on Father’s Day” said The Byron at Byron’s James Lancaster.
“Kids, dads and mums will be tapping their toes, it’s impossible not to love this man when he performs live.”
Tim Stokes has performed at countless songwriter venues and festivals along the east coast of Australia, as well as numerous countries around the world.
“I get my love for music from my Dad,” said Tim Stokes.
“He loves to sing and loves to dance sometimes. He isn’t particularly good at either but does it regardless and I think that is what singing and dancing is all about.
“In his record collection as a child was John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Bonney Em, Men at Work, John Williamson and the Bee Gees. That was it, one record of each. I think all of these artists have left an imprint on me in subtle ways.”
Join Tim and The Byron at Byron team on Father’s Day for lunch. Choose from three entrees and mains:
Entree
- Salumi meat board: Local salamis and cured meats, pickles, mustards and sourdough
- Spring tart of leeks and Gruyère de Comté with wild rocket and pear salad
- Yamba king prawn cocktail
Main
- Freckle’s catch of the day, vegetables and smoked tomato beurre blanc
- Tarragon chicken, leek and mushroom pie with cream potatoes and freshly podded peas
- Chargrilled Hayters Hill rump steak with hand cut chips, cauliflower beignets and onion gravy
Sunday 4th September from 12.30pm. Two course lunch including a beer for Dad. $60 per person (children up to 12 years may dine from the kids menu). Bookings are essential, 6639 2111 or restaurant@thebyronatbyron.com.au
Think tank was Splendid!
August 13, 2011
Over 150 people turned out for the Splendid Think Tank last Thursday August 4 at Lismore City Hall.
The first of its kind in the region, the Think Tank was an innovative two-day event designed to explore the risks and rewards of embracing new art, ideas and experience in the festival context.
Following hot on the heels of Splendour in the Grass 2011, the Think Tank capitalised on the success of yet another Splendour festival and brought locals, artists, students and event organisers together with key festival identities from across the country to discuss art in festivals.
Violent Femmes founding member to attend Splendid Think Tank
July 13, 2011
Some of the country’s best-known contemporary art practitioners and festival representatives will gather at Lismore City Hall on August 4 and 5 to participate in the Splendid Think Tank, an innovative two-day event that will explore the risks and rewards of embracing new art, ideas and experience in the festival context.
Brian Ritchie, Curator of MONA FOMA (Museum of Old and New Art Festival of Music and Art in Hobart) and founding bassist/multi-instrumentalist of the American alternative group Violent Femmes, is just one of the big names that will attend the Splendid Think Tank and share his knowledge and experience with local art practitioners, arts workers, festival directors and events organisers.
Jebediah to play in Lismore
July 6, 2011
Jebediah have announced an extension of their national tour, including a gig in Lismore on September 15.
Hailing from Perth, Jebediah formed in 1995 when members Kevin Mitchell, Brett Mitchell, Chris Daymond and Vanessa Thornton were still in high school.
Earning fans quickly with their tuneful, upbeat, distorted brand of pop, the four-piece signed quickly to Murmur Records, home to bands like Silverchair and Ammonia.
Jebediah have played sold-out shows in each capital city, reminding fans why they fell in love with this electric live band.
With the latest album, Kosciuszko, released in April 2011, Jebediah have been making a return seven years after the release of previous album, Brackston Hicks.
- Thursday 15th of September 2011
- Southern Cross University, Lismore
- Uni Bar
- Tickets at the venue & www.bigtix.com.au
For more information go to www.bigapachee.com.au
Arts Northern Rivers announces young creatives
June 6, 2011
On Saturday, June 4, Arts Northern Rivers announced the 12 young creatives who will take part in their new Young Creatives Mentoring Project, at a special event held at Newrybar Hall.
Coming from as far afield as Grafton, Bonalbo, Lismore, Ballina, Lennox Head and Byron Bay, the group represent a diverse range of interests including music, film, visual arts, fashion, creative writing, dance, street art, installation and videography.
Popular cabaret seeks region’s best performers
May 7, 2011
The search is on for the Northern Rivers’ most original, flamboyant, talented, contemporary and saucy performers for Ukitopia Arts Collective’s annual Cabaret 360.
Evening auditions will be held on 23 and 26 May at Uki State School for performers from dance, circus, music, comedy, physical theatre, performance poetry and more.
Mother’s Day with Sara Tindley
May 4, 2011
Renowned songstress Sara Tindley will grace The Byron at Byron Resort on Mother’s Day.
Listeners of Triple J’s ‘Roots & All’ program and ABC Regional Radio are probably already familiar with Ms Tindley, as would be anybody who caught the East of Everything or Bondi Rescue series’. Her emotionally honest and poetic style blends folk and country.
Sara has performed at major festivals including Blues Fest, Splendour in the Grass, Gympie Muster and Tamworth.
Enjoy Sara Tindley, a three-course lunch, a glass of sparkling wine and receive a flower for mum at the stunning Byron at Byron on Mothers’ Day.
$80 per person, children up to 12 years may dine from the kids menu.
From 12.30pm. Bookings are essential, contact 6639 2111 or restaurant@thebyronatbyron.com.au
