Africa Film Fest Australia AFFA from 4th to 7th September 2025

AFRICA FILM FEST AUSTRALIA  2025 PROGRAM Africa Film Fest Australia is back in town! A bold, joyful and thought-provoking celebration of African cinema returns to Sydney from the 4th to 7th of September 2025 at iconic venues including the Sydney Opera House and Riverside Theatres, Arts & Cultural Exchange is proud to co-present the return […]

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Philosophy of Jazz, One-Off Special with Athésia

Written by: Athésia Bonjour, Good Afternoon beautiful souls of Sydney, Australia and The WORLD.Welcome to Philosophy of Jazz. My name is Athésia, and I’m filling in for Phil James today. Musical odyssey of peace and Love It has been a while since I’ve been on air, on social media, or in the public eye. After almost […]

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ANAM Sketches – An opportunity to listen to young and talented musicians

There is nothing quite like experiencing the energy, passion and talent of young musicians on the edge of their professional careers. This September we harness that feeling in a specially curated concert featuring musicians from the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM).  ANAM is a renowned cultural institution dedicated to shaping the musical leaders of […]

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The Aretha Franklin Songbook Show

Aretha Franklin is an icon singer and songwriter. Named twice the best singer of all times by the Rolling Stone Magazine. On August 15th 2025, at the Camelot Lounge, come attend this incredible show which is all about recounting Aretha Franklin’s amazing life and talent. Relive all your favourite hits like: Respect, Chain Of Fools, […]

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Jazz at The Lounge 2025: Emma Pask and her jazz trio band

Prepare to be spellbound when award-winning vocalist Emma Pask makes her debut at the Lounge with her Jazz Trio Band. Emma joined Australian jazz great James Morrison’s band when she was just 16 years old, going on to tour the world with Morrison for 20 years. Now one of Australia’s favourite voices in jazz, Emma […]

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Review: Sydney Symphony Orchestra with Javier Perianes

Sydney Symphony Orchestra Friday 1 August, 2025 Sydney Opera House Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) I’ve often thought for an orchestral musician, the absolute honour of opening a symphony concert with an exposed solo must be so exhilarating and at the same time so terrifying. The audiences’ expectations are greeted by you alone (no […]

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Backing NSW With Biggest Ever Funding Round

BIG NEWS FOR THE MUSIC INDUSTRY The Minns Labor Government is backing the careers of local musicians and watering the seeds for job opportunities in the music industry through its biggest ever package of grants; in total $9.3 million. The Australian music industry is a gold mine of talent and with this vital support it […]

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Albums Of The Week: Two White Horses by Emily Lubitz // Other Worlds and Habitats by The Sorcerers

Two White Horses by Emily Lubitz This is Emily Lubitz’s debut solo album recorded between the hills of the Northern Rivers and the concrete pavements of Melbourne.  You may know Emily from indie folk group Tinpan Orange, here she’s standing comfortably on her own. Other Worlds and Habitats by The Sorcerers Other Worlds and Habitats […]

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Music Studio Expressions Of Interest Open At Bondi Pavilion!

If you or someone you know are interested in a small studio space to rehearse or record, then look no further! The Music Studio at Bondi Pavilion is available for any and all local musicians looking for a space to practise and perform! There are a limited number of two-week residencies available from August to […]

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Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival

From October 23th to November 2nd, Sydney will be hosting the International Women’s Jazz Festival celebrating Jazz and women’s creativity organized by SIMA. SIMA (Sydney Improvised Music Association) is a non-profit organisation advocating for Jazz to be heard in more places across Australia. This is your opportunity to discover and experience Jazz with global and […]

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Albums of the Week: flowermuscle by Jane Sheldon // Trail Songs from the Deep by Murray Hammond

Trail Songs from the Deep by Murray Hammond Murry is the founder a legendary Alt-Country group old 97’s. This is his second solo record, it’s been a long time between drinks for Hammond. ‘I’m On My Way’ was released in 2008 but once the needle begins to weave you’ll hear the wait was worth it. […]

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