Spirited Sessions
The finest in folk music from around Australia
The finest in folk music from around Australia
A Central Victorian Americana band originating just down the road from Heathcote, Paper Jane features wooden sonic tones and fragile unprocessed voices. Theirs are songs of Australian stories and life beyond the happy ending, from an era when songs weren’t rolled in tinsel.
American Roots. British Style.
Skiffle Party is rediscovering the excitement and intensity of this critically influential but largely overlooked genre. Join us for this high energy upbeat American roots music in the style of UK proto-rockers Lonnie Donegan, Chris Barber and the Vipers Skiffle Group.
Enda Kenny is an Irish-born songwriter who has made his home in Australia. Through ten independent albums, his thoughtful, descriptive stories have struck a chord with festival audiences worldwide.
"On small stages to intimate audiences or large stages to festival audiences he always holds the crowd in the palm of his hand. Witty and intelligent songwriting and a brilliant night's entertainment." Eleanor McEvoy
Friday 17 April - Fred Smith
Friday 19 June - Michael Waugh
Unwind the weekend in style with free live music from Ballarat's own.
From Scotland to Australia, 15 albums and countless festivals later, Neil & Judy bring tradition, fire, and surprise to every stage.
Expect fiddles that soar, songs that stir, and the unexpected that makes you grin.
Don’t miss this chance to be swept away!