Event Type: Events

Fri 11 July, 2025
7:30pm – 10:00pm (Doors open at 7pm)
Live @ The Founders Room
Salamanca Arts Centre
65b Woobys Lane, or for lift access enter through The Courtyard

$19 + bf

Welcome to the Global Sounds Salamanca series, live in the Founders Room on Woobys Lane.
Friday 11th July 2025
Tickets are only $19 ea +BF

Doors & bar open at 7pm
Music from 7:30pm 
The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre 

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Mwase Makalani (Malawi) (Vocals, Percussion)

Sandesh Pariyar (Nepal) guitars

Matthew Fargher (Yorkshire/Adelaide) (Oil can Guitar, Violin, Cavaquinho, Ukulele, vocals).

Mambo Afro Trio formed around Mwase Makalani bringing together the distinct multi-instrumental talents of a group that marries the music of Malawi and South Africa: Kwela, Mbube and Jazz.

Mwase leads a dynamic, wild and joyous trio, belting out International hits like Miriam Makeba’s ‘Pata Pata’ alongside old kwela songs, village songs of Malawi and powerhouse instrumental originals.

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Please note that the Courtyard Lift IS OPERATING!

Doors & Bar open at 7pm
Music begins at 7.30pm
The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre.

Tickets are only $19 ea +BF

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This concert at Salamanca Arts Centre is supported by Arts Tasmania’s 2025 Arts Projects Fund.
Salamanca Arts Centre is grateful for this support via Arts Tasmania and the Minister for the Arts.

Film Screening :
Tuesday 5 August 2025
Doors Open 6:30pm | Screening from 7:00pm

Duration : 125 minutes (includes Interval)

TICKETS :
All Tickets $30

Deep Snow, Bold Lines, and Fresh Mountain Stories

Join us for this year’s Arc’teryx Winter Film Tour. Conceived deep in the mountains and now travelling the world, our annual film tour features inspiring short films that celebrate uncommon journeys into the mountains.

This event is hosted by the Arc’teryx Hobart Store staff and Emcee’d by Chantal Smear

Premier Short Film Screenings :
Saturday 19 July 2025
6:00pm – 7:30pm : Screening + Panel Discussion with Relationships Australia
8:00pm – 8:45pm : Standard Screening

Doors Open 10 minutes prior to screening

Tickets :
6:00pm : ALL TICKETS: $14 (+BF)
8:00pm : ALL TICKETS: $10 (+BF)

Experience the Premiere of Dad’s House, an Australian short film that explores the emotional landscape of family separation through a child’s eyes, paired with a behind-the-scenes documentary and a panel discussion with Relationships Australia, offering insight into supporting children through divorce.

Written and directed by Ebony ten Broeke, the film offers an intimate portrayal of the often-unspoken experiences of children navigating parental separation.

The event includes a 15-minute short film and a 12-minute behind-the-scenes documentary, offering deeper insight into the film’s themes. The 6:00pm Screening will be followed by a Panel Discussion with experts from Relationships Australia, who will share practical guidance on how best to support children through family transitions.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community member, this screening offers valuable perspectives on supporting children through family separation.

Performances :
Saturday 2 August 2025 @ 6:30pm
Sunday 3 August 2025 @ 6:30pm

Doors Open 6:00pm | Performance from 6:30pm

Duration : 90 minutes (includes interval)

Tickets :
$33 SAC Members
$35 Concession
$45 General admission
$65 VIP

**This Event is Recommended for 18+ audience
Includes partial nudity and implied nudity

Get ready to experience an electrifying evening of music and burlesque entertainment with Blues and Burlesque Beats – featuring live music from Sam & the 78s! 

Complementing the sultry tunes of blues music will be mesmerizing burlesque acts that showcase the art of seduction and tease. 

Our talented performers will grace the stage, enchanting the audience with their elegance, grace, and creativity.

From classic fan dances to daring bump and grind numbers, this unique combination of blues and burlesque genres promises to captivate and delight audiences.

Presented by Miss Kitty’s Meow

Sat 26 June, 2025
7:30pm – 10:00pm (Doors open at 7pm)
Live @ The Founders Room
Salamanca Arts Centre
65b Woobys Lane, or for lift access enter through The Courtyard

$28 +bf each
$52 +bf for 2 x tickets
$91 +bf for 4 x tickets

Salamanca Jazz is Live in the Founders Room on Woobys Lane, with 
The Louise Denson Quintet (Phil Bywater, Stevie McEntee, Tom Robb and Jed Adams).
This will be a unique and special meeting of some of Hobart’s finest musical minds!

Saturday 26th July 2025
Doors & bar open at 7pm
Music from 7:30pm 

The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre 

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Pianist/composer Louise Denson will enjoy the great privilege of presenting her rarely performed compositions for quintet with the powerful and expressive frontline of saxophonist Phil Bywater and trombonist Stevie McEntee. The exciting program will include On the Level (very funky), Who Knew Blues (now you know!), Lost My Heart (recorded by multi-Downbeat-poll-winning trombonist Bill Watrous), and many other melodious and groovy tunes.

Drummer Tom Robb and bassist Jed Adams complete the line-up.

You won’t want to miss it!

Louise is well known on the Hobart jazz scene leading her own groups and working with saxophonists Spike Mason, Ken Schroder and Jesse Bowden, and samba drummer Carlos Ferreira among others.  She has completed a number of extended composition projects, the most recent being Love Asunder with award-winning vocalist Elly Hoyt. Louise’s compositions have been widely performed and recorded, and she has played in festivals across Canada and Australia, and in the UK.

Phil has recently returned to Tasmania after many successful years in Melbourne as a player and educator. He led the bands Phil Bywater’s Buried Treasure Fallingwater Trio and Big Fela Afrobeat Orchestra and was a key member of many others. Phil’s performance experience is vast and diverse, encompassing reggae, funk, jazz, afrobeat, world music, free improv, punk, rock, musical theatre and contemporary classical music.

Stevie is a mover and shaker in the Hobart scene both as a player/composer/band leader and an arts administrator. Before settling in Hobart, Stevie toured internationally as a freelance musician. By day Stevie works as the co-founder and artistic director of the Lutruwita Art Orchestra and as co-artistic director of the Clarence Jazz Festival, by night they lead Hobart’s 12-piece all original Afrobeat dance band Baba Bruja and play trombone in the hugely popular reggae-fusion band Boil Up.

Please note that the Courtyard Lift IS OPERATING!

Doors & Bar open at 7pm

Music begins at 7.30pm
The Founders Room on Woobys Lane
Salamanca Arts Centre.

Tickets are only $28 ea +BF, or buy two tix for $52+BF, or buy four tix for only $91+BF.

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This concert at Salamanca Arts Centre is support by Arts Tasmania’s 2025 Arts Projects Fund. 
Salamanca Arts Centre is grateful for this support via Arts Tasmania and the Minister for the Arts.

An informal and inclusive social singing workshop

Workshop :
Saturday 5 July 2025, 10:30am – 12:30pm

Duration : 2 Hours

Tickets :
General Admission $52

Join us for a fun, informal and inclusive session with amazing Tasmanian choir director Jane Christie-Johnston.   

Within minutes, you will become part of an a cappella choir in four-part harmony as you sing a mix of gospel, folk and more. 

This session is for people wanting to ‘have a crack’ at a cappella singing in a choir for the first time, or try a new style of singing … or you might just want a fantastic and relaxing social singing experience with no strings attached.  Everything is taught by ear (no music reading or choir singing experience needed) and beginners are welcome. 

If you have attended Jane’s workshops at the festival in previous years, you will know that this is a fulfilling and relaxing way to join like-minded folk and enjoy singing just for the pure joy of it!   

“Jane Christie-Johnston’s workshops are addictive. I keep coming back for more. Each workshop is different but the thing they all have in common is that they are uplifting and fun! Recommended to those seeking a positive mood altering experience! “
– Julie Dennis, previous workshop participant 

Holistic Vocal Health Workshop

Workshop :
Tuesday 1 July 2025, 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Duration : 1 Hour

Tickets :
General Admission $20

As singers, we are always caring for and nurturing our voices to keep them healthy and in prime condition to share our passion and talents with the world. This session will dive into the world of vocal health with voice expert Joshua Clifford and offer practical tips and resources for voices of all types and ages – perfect for singers & conductors!  

From steaming and straw singing, to caring for our voices as they age, these insights and tools are informed by research and are invaluable for conductors and singers alike! 

“It’s a passion of mine to increase awareness of vocal health, dispel myths, and provide a holistic approach to the voice – I’m so looking forward to presenting and sharing this session!” 
– Joshua Clifford, January 2025 

Gain insight into the composition process

Event :
Sunday 29 June 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Duration : 1.5 Hours

Tickets :
General Admission $20

Join accomplished Tasmanian composer Maria Grenfell as she chats with prominent Australian composers of choral music Annie Kwok (SA), John Rotar (QLD) and Don Kay (TAS) with librettist John Honey (TAS) in an informal and informative setting. 

Our featured composers will share the inspirations behind their commissions, thoughts around composing for specific ensembles and the importance of connecting with lyricists and other composers. 

Following the panel discussion, participants will have the opportunity for Q&A and networking with our featured composers. 

Experience the magic of Songwriting with one of Australia’s leading choral composers, Paul Jarman

Workshop :
2 x Days : Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 June 2025

Cost : $225

**SOLD OUT! All places in this workshop have now been filled. Please email info@festivalofvoices.com with your phone number if you wish to be added to the waitlist in case more places become available. You may also be interested in FoV’s other workshops**

Delve into the wonderful world of songwriting with your mentor, nationally respected composer and musical storyteller Paul Jarman. In this intimate and creative workshop, you will be encouraged to create and share stories and songs with new friends.   

This workshop will include an open dialogue about how we write songs. Those who have not attended this workshop in previous years are encouraged to join Paul for an optional introductory session, where he will begin to look at the elements in the songwriters’ toolbox, including the nuts and bolts of composing, melodic nuances, finding inspiration and mindset, and integrity in storytelling.  

In a collaborative and supportive environment, Paul and participants will work individually and together to craft music, drawing from personal experiences and stories. Whether or not you read music or have much experience, if you’re interested in learning more about writing your own songs, you’re encouraged to attend. Previous attendees have described the experience as uniquely special for what they’ve taken away from the two days and friends they made along the way. Participants are also welcome to bring along instruments to this workshop.   

The workshop schedule also includes a preliminary meet-and-greet session in the Singers’ Lounge with Paul and your fellow songwriters. 

Workshop numbers are strictly capped at 20 participants, so be sure to register early to avoid disappointment! 

The Heart of the Festival of Voices

Nightly from :
Friday 27 – Sunday 29 June 2025
+Tuesday 1 – Saturday 5 July 2025
from 7:30pm – late (12:00midnight max)

Tickets :
$15 at the door*

*unless you have a Festival of Voices 2025 lanyard, which provides you with complimentary access throughout the Festival period.

Experience the vibrant after-hours magic of the Festival of Voices at the Singers’ Lounge, running from Friday 27 June to Saturday 5 July 2025 (excluding Monday evening). Nestled in the Salamanca Arts Centre’s Long Gallery, the Singers’ Lounge is more than just a venue – it’s where the Festival comes alive with music, camaraderie, and creativity.

Each evening starts with captivating performances from talented artists and choirs, setting a spellbinding tone for the night. As the evening unfolds, the stage transforms into an open mic haven. Whether you’re an experienced performer debuting new material, or someone testing their voice in front of an audience for the first time, this is your moment. Add your name to the blackboard list and step into a welcoming space that celebrates courage, connection, and community.

The Singers’ Lounge isn’t just about the performances—it’s about the stories. In 2024, we saw acclaimed professionals like The Velvetones and Mama Alto return night after night to share their artistry in this unique space. Equally moving were the heartfelt moments from first-time performers who found the confidence to say, “This is the first time I’ve ever shared a song I wrote” or “I never thought I’d sing solo in front of an audience.” These experiences embody the Singers’ Lounge spirit—a place where music unites and inspires.

What makes the Singers’ Lounge truly special is its all-in-together atmosphere. Here, the lines between professional and amateur dissolve, and everyone—whether on stage or in the audience—becomes part of the magic. It’s a space that feels distinctly Tasmanian, with an emphasis on connection, inclusivity, and shared experiences.

This isn’t just an event; it’s an essential part of the Festival’s identity. The Singers’ Lounge invites you to immerse yourself in a community that celebrates music and belonging. Whether you’re performing, cheering others on, or simply soaking up the energy, you’ll leave with unforgettable memories and a sense of something larger than yourself.

Don’t just hear about it – experience it. The Singers’ Lounge is waiting to welcome you.