Australian Music Centre | Breaking sound barriers

Event Details

River City Voices, Parramatta's flagship choir, is proud to announce their groundbreaking collaboration with the esteemed Ngarra-Burria: First Peoples Composers program for 'Blue Sky Country Christmas'.

This event promises an extraordinary night of song, marking the first-ever collaboration of the program with a choir as Ensemble in Residence.

This remarkable union brings together the sheer power of a symphonic choir with the visionary talents of composers: Marlene Cummins, Gavi Duncan, Tim Gray, Nicole Smede, program founder Dr. Chris Sainsbury, and Elizabeth Sheppard, a program alumna.

'Blue Sky Country Christmas' is a pivotal feature in RCV's Brave series, an initiative dedicated to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. The concert highlights the exceptional talents of Indigenous composers who are reshaping classical music norms, an event dedicated to acknowledging their significant contributions to Australian music.

The concert program offers a captivating array of new compositions, spanning genres, personal narratives, and diverse experiences, providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the culture of Australia's First Peoples. 'Blue Sky Country Christmas' also offers a fresh perspective for those who appreciate traditional Christmas carols, with emotionally charged and profoundly evocative compositions that promise to resonate deeply.

This extraordinary event symbolises the collaborative spirit of River City Voices and the groundbreaking work of visionary Indigenous composers, firmly establishing themselves at the forefront of Australian music.

Secure your tickets now and become a part of a musical journey that celebrates diversity, creativity, and the unifying power of music.

Further information for this event is available online at the event's website

Featured artists

• Presented by River City Voices
• Music of Marlene Cummins
• Music of Gavi Duncan
• Music of Tim Gray
• Music of Nicole Smede
• Music of Elizabeth Sheppard
• Music of Christopher Sainsbury