Issue 735
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The Scene - Local Entertainment NewsIt all Ades up
Local jazz group, The Dave Ades Quartet, will perform next Wednesday, September 12 at Maggie Moores from 8.30pm. Fronted by dynamic alto saxophonist Dave Ades, the quartet also includes Jim Kelly on electric guitar, Jack Thorncraft on acoustic bass and Dave Sanders on drums. The quartet will perform a series of jazz standards as well as a few numbers from their original repertoire. Tickets are $5 at the door.
That Sibling Sound
Lismore's biggest musical event - the Lismore Musical Society's 89th Lismore Eisteddfod - is about to kick off, with more than 4000 performers competing in 450 sections over the next three weeks. But to start things off with a bang, who of Australia's most extraordinary concert pianists, Michael Kieran Harvey and Bernadette Harvey-Balkus will give a rare concert together this Friday, September 7, for Musica Viva. The concert is fundraiser for the eisteddfod, and no doubt the toughest judge of what promises to be a virtuoso performance will be their mum, Anne Harvey, who's in town as an adjudicator at the Eisteddfod. Together, Michael and Bernadette won the '99 Mo entertainment award for best classical music performance. Michael will be remembered by some very lucky locals for an incredible Sunday night performance in Lismore of such sizzling intensity that it left his fingers bloodied and the piano close to collapse. As the duo Australian Virtuosi with Dr Bernadette (she gained her doctorate in piano in the USA), they have mesmerised audiences with dazzling technique and superb musicianship to create exciting, passionate music. Michael Kieran Harvey and Bernadette Harvey-Balkus will perform Stravinsky's 'Rite of Spring', works by contemporary Australian composers, and American composer George Crumb's 'Macrokosmos'. Tickets are on sale now from the Northern Rivers Ticket Centre in Molesworth Street, Lismore or at the door on the night. The concert starts at 8pm.
Not so Difficult
Renee Geyer one of the most versatile and powerful voices on the Australian music scene. After rising to prominence in the 70s, as she flitted from pop to rock, soul and blues with hits like 'It's a Man's Man's World', 'Stares & Whispers' and 'Heading in the Right Direction', she headed for America to make a name for herself over the next decade, touring or recording with everyone from Chaka Khan, Buddy Guy and Sting, through to Joe Cocker, Julio Inglesias and Neil Diamond. In the 90s, a new generation discovered the raw groove of Renee's earlier work when DJs searching for new inspirations turned to her music. DJ Paul Maine was the first to expose her ever-improving vocals to the dance set. A wild house collaboration found its way to the very hot Strictly Rhythm label in New York, and onto the decks of America's leading DJs, Geyer found her way into the sets of a new groove scene: drum 'n' bassheads, trip hoppers, house fanatics and super funkers who were scouring record stores for Renee rarities (and the prices began to soar). Acid Jazz head honcho Eddie Pillar gave her work the thumbs up as did Oss, resident DJ at London's Blue Note. More recently, she's done the obligatory 'Best Of'. And two years ago, settled down with Joe Camilleri & Paul Kelly to produce Sweet Life. She also made a name for herself with the Kelly-penned song 'Difficult Woman', which she turned to further use in her biography Confessions of a Difficult Woman. It's the wrong adjective. Renee Geyer is an extraordinary woman - with a sublime performance and mesmerising stage presence. You can see it for yourself next Thursday, September 13, when she plays the Great Northern, Byron Bay. Tickets at the door.
Glocken Pop
Their music is funky, quirky and catchy - but then some people think the glockenspiel is too. Catch Glockenspiel at the Great Northern this Saturday September 8th.
Silencer is Golden
The four piece outfit blends a variety of styles, from melodic ballads and groovy funk to heard rock and heavy metal. Silencer will be supported by Garmon Bozia. The gig starts at 9.30pm. Tickets are $2 at the door.
Bush bashThe high heel Blundstones are being polished up ready for everyone to kick their heels up at the Woodburn's Aussie Bush Bash this Saturday night. The Memorial Hall's old floorboards will be jumping from 7pm, with jug band Ragweed getting everyone up for a bop. Bring along a basket supper - there's a bar on, so you can work up a thirst. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Terri's FundraiserLocal Lismore gal and naturopath Terri Nicholson will leave Lismore for Chile in late September to teach a unit in herbal medicine at the University of Temuco - a big achievement for the 25-year-old. However, Terri now needs to raise some dosh to get there, so she's hosting a benefit night at the Channon Hall this Sunday, September 8 from 7.30pm. The night will feature acoustic performances by Terri, who will launch her CD, with other performances by Jodi Martin, Jarrah and acapella group Big In Dorroughby. The acoustic sets will be followed by a set of funk, African and Latin salsa grooves by DJ Leye. There will also be a variety of dance performances by DJ Leye and the Playspace dance group. Tickets are $7 at the door.
Write FriendsThe Friends of the ABC's Northern Rivers Branch is currently holding a writing competition in which entrants are asked to express why they love the ABC. You can say why you love ABC TV or Triple J, ABC local radio, Radio National or Classic FM. Entries must be 250 words or less and there are three categories - best primary student entry, best secondary student entry and best open entry. Winners will receive a range of book and video prizes from the ABC and Registration forms are available from all ABC Centres and major book stores in the Northern Rivers. Alternatively title entry Writing Competition - Why I Love My ABC and send it to PO Box 167, Alstonville, 2477 and be sure to include contact and category details.
Dance ExperienceFor secondary school students work experience, while still beneficial, can often end up being nothing more than an exercise in making coffee and photocopying. Thanks to Dance Action however, secondary students from years 9-11 now have the chance to work in a dance company situation at NORPA for a week, culminating in a performance for family and friends. The week will be no holiday though - it's hard week of teamwork, creative development, technical skills and workshops to ensure participants get a feel for what life is like for a dancer. The week is lead by Ruth Osborne from the Choreographic Centre in Canberra, who has recently successfully conducted several work experience weeks. Ruth, with other experienced local tutors including Michael Hennessy from the Northern Rivers Conservatorium, will take participants through a selection of dance styles as well as some choreography. The week will be held from Monday to Friday, September 17-21 from 9am-4pm daily. Participants will require commitment and lots of enthusiasm. Places are limited so bookings are required by this Friday, September 7 - phone Emma on 6622 0300.
Sculpture ShowThe sixth Thursday Plantation East Coast Sculpture Show promises some exceptional art this year when it opens on September 16. The 55 selected artists include sculptors from all over NSW and from Queensland, ACT and Victoria and even one from Western Australia. Local artists include such well-known luminaries and previous prize winners as Daniel Clemmett, Samantha Collyer, John Dahlsen, Robert Gibson, Allen Horstmanshof, Christina Khumari, Suvira McDonald, Stephen Exton Peryman and Deborah Tinker. They will be in the running for the $10,000 Thursday Plantation Acquisition Award, the $1000 Ballina RSL People's Choice Prize and the Ten Television Acquisition Award (to $1000) 'It's always an adventure to see the final shape of the exhibition unfold as all the works arrive and we give them the site that suits them best,' says Priya Woolston, the show's curator. 'There are 72 innovative and remarkable works coming - the excitement is definitely mounting as we get into top gear for the week-long installation process.' The Opening Day, Sunday week, from noon to 5pm, features a garden party with a musical soundscape, and the awards ceremony at 3pm. There's a range of other events over the following months. Thursday Plantation's 'Homecoming 2001 - Under the Stars' will feature Daryl Braithwaite and his band on Saturday, October 27. The Thursday Plantation East Coast Sculpture Show runs until January 31 2002 at Thursday Plantation, Pacific Highway, 1k north of the Ballina Airport turn off. The exhibition, the Education Centre and Verandah Café are open 7 days a week, 9 to 5.
Tyalgum's TopsThe 10th annual Tyalgum Festival of Classical Music begins this Friday and runs over the weekend in the beautiful village hall. Along with a range of classical concerts, for those who like to be close to nature there are guided nature walks through Tyalgum at 8.30am on Saturday and Sunday. Another highlight of the festival is Saturday's School Spring Fair at 12pm, which will feature a BBQ lunch and performance by South American band Walisuma De Los Andes. Using traditional instruments from their homeland, the native South American musicians will perform a variety of colourful and exotic musical performances drawing from both their ancient and contemporary culture. Tickets to the fair are $15 adults and children under 13 are free. Other concerts are as follows. Friday: 7.30pm: the Limpinwood Ensemble. Saturday: 10.30am: The Young Virtuosi, 3pm: Duo Corda, and 7.30pm: Tamara Anna Cislowska. Sunday: 10am: Karin Schaupp, 12pm: Walisuma De Los Andes, 2.30pm: Dean Emmerson Dean. Full weekend tickets and individual concert tickets are available for all event. To book, phone 6679 2244.
Coraki Art PrizeEntries are now open for the Coraki Tea Tree Festival Art Prize in late October. The art prize has eight categories - traditional painting, contemporary painting, drawing, aboriginal art, sculpture, 3D functional art, photography and youth art. There is also a Best in Show Prize (entries are not eligible for section prizes) and Popular Choice Award. More than $5,500 worth of cash and prizes are up for grabs.Entries close on Friday, October 12. Entry forms are available at the Lismore, Coraki, Casino and Ballina Tourist Information Centres and many local businesses, or phone 6683 2626. Lismore celebrity art prize The winner of the third annual Lismore City Art Prize for living regional treasures will be announced next Thursday, September 13 at the Lismore Art Gallery from 6pm. The unique art competition pays tribute to members of the local community who have contributed in some way to making the region a better place. Past winners have included tributes to Nora Vidler-Blanksby and George the Lollipop Man near Trinity school. This year the competition has a $3,000 prize for the outright winner as well as $1,000 prize for The Northern Rivers Echo's People's Choice. Traditionally someone from outside the area is chosen to judge the competition and this year is no exception, with well-known Sydney art writer and critic Giles Auty doing the honours. Once the winner have been announced the exhibition will be on show until October 21. Entry to the gallery is by donation.
Karaoke's OkayIf you're not quite ready for the bright lights of Las Vegas but fancy yourself as a bit of singer, why not try out in the 2001 Karaoke Championships being hosted from this Saturday, September 8 at the Ballina RSL Club. Heats will take place on a weekly basis from now until November 3, when the heat winner will fight it out for the title of Northern Rivers Champion. All heat winners will receive $50 cash, with the three finalists can win either a microphone, cash prize or DVD player. The only criteria for the competition is to be over 18 and if you can sing, all the better. 'The Northern Rivers Champion will represent out region at the National Grand Final of the BBX Australian Karaoke Championships in November,' event coordinator, Keith Holmes, said. 'To date four national winners have been flown to Los Angeles to represent Australia on the most watched television show, Fast Track to Fame, and have also gained a recording contract.' The heats will be held each Saturday night from 9.30pm and people are encouraged to register soon as places are limited (entry forms available from the club). For more information phone Keith on 6686 7956.
Ants PantsA new exhibition by Kyogle High School year 11 students, What About The Ants? is currently on show at the Roxy Gallery in Kyogle. The exhibition features a variety of works which draw from the students' studies of traditional, modernist and contemporary influences both nationally and internationally. Through the artworks, the students convey their feeling on a wide range of subject matter, from the enjoyment of memories associated with travel to the concern for our treatment of animals. These feelings are presented in a variety of mediums including painting, photography, sculpture and computer manipulated imagery. Each artist has submitted a series of images or object which make up a larger work. What About the Ants? is on show until next Wednesday, September 21.
Recorded KaOzBe part of history when KaOZ Klezmer, one of Australia's hottest Klezmer bands record their concert 'Raisins and Almonds' live to CD at the Starcourt Theatre, Lismore, Saturday, September 15, at 8pm. Klezmer music is eastern/central European in origin and expresses the tones and rhythms of the diverse cultural richness of life through Yiddish eyes. Klezmer takes us on an exotic and moving journey. It has been described as 'Old World meets New World, traditional and experimental, classical and folk, jazz and rock, Western and Eastern. For dancing and for listening. The concert is named 'Raisins and Almonds' after one of the songs featured. Increasingly popular locally, the band has chosen the Starcourt as the venue to record their CD. Klezmer comes vibrantly alive when shared with an enthusiastic audience. It is this quality that they want to capture in the CD. You'll be whooping, dancing, foot tapping, clapping, singing, laughing (and maybe crying) Tickets are $12 ($10 conc) from Music Bizarre in Magellan St, Lismore or phone Ian 6622 0819.
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The Dave Ades Quartet will perform next Wednesday at Maggie Moores.
Brother and sister pianists Michael Kieran Harvey and Bernadette Harvey-Balkus perform this Friday at Lismore City Hall for Musica Viva.
Soul diva Renee Geyer sings at the Great Northern next Thursday.
Brisbane four piece Glockenspiel have been described as '10 times cooler than the daggy instrument they're named after' which, depending on how you feel about military bands, is good, or still not good enough. Triple J's been foolhardy enough to give them airplay with the single 'Choices' from their freshly released EP.
Local live band Silencer will take to the stage tonight, September 6 at the Tatts Hotel for a night of great music, designed to suit everyone's tastes. 