Helpful information
„„ Sunset concerts begin at 5pm and end at
approximately 7pm. Each concert includes an
interval of around fifteen to twenty minutes.
„„ You are welcome to bring a picnic, blanket and
low chairs to sit on.
„„ A sign language interpreter from Auslan will be
on stage to assist the hearing impaired for the
Christmas concert (22 December) and
Band of Brothers (2 February).
„„ Please check the city’s website
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au for late notice changes.
„„ For information on accessible facilities at the city’s
parks, contact the city on 9237 9222 during
business hours.
„„ Limited parking is available at each of the concert
locations. The city encourages the use of public
transport. Visit www.transperth.wa.gov.au or
phone 13 62 13 to plan your journey.
„„ While the city takes all reasonable care in the conduct
of the sunset@subi concerts and the provision of safe
venues, it is your responsibility to ensure the safety
of yourself, your family and your belongings while
attending the concert and in the concert surrounds.
Season at a glance
Sundays from 5pm to 7pm
15 December
Akanna
Theatre Gardens
Vocal trio
22 December
Christmas concert
sunset@subi
Theatre Gardens
29 December
Gumnut Stompers
JH Abrahams
Reserve
Traditional jazz
5 January
Nueva Salsa Orchestra
Free picnic concerts
Presented by the City of Subiaco
Sundays from 5pm to 7pm
15 December 2013
to 23 February 2014
Cliff Sadlier Reserve Latin
12 January
The Pioneers
Cliff Sadlier Reserve Australian folk
19 January
Ulla Shay Band
Mueller Park
Indigenous singer-songwriter
2 February
Band of Brothers
Mueller Park
Aussie rock covers
9 February
Darling Buds of May
Oak Lawn
20s to 50s swing
16 February
Australian Army Band Perth
Lake Jualbup
Showband
23 February
Stratosfunk
Lake Jualbup
Motown/soul
(Excluding 26 January)
241 Rokeby Road, Subiaco WA 6008
PO Box 270, Subiaco WA 6904
Phone: 9237 9222 | Fax: 9237 9200
[email protected]
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
The sunset@subi concert series is coordinated by Eastwick
Events on behalf of the City of Subiaco. Artists wishing
to be considered for inclusion in the concert series can
contact Jay from Eastwick Events on 0403 673 695.
This information can be provided in
alternative formats upon request.
The City of Subiaco is committed to protecting
the global environment through local action.
This brochure is printed using vegetable based inks
on Australian made 100 per cent recycled paper.
The City of Subiaco proudly
presents the 2013–2014
sunset@subi concert series
22 December
12 January
9 February
Theatre Gardens
Cliff Sadlier Reserve
Oak Lawn
Sundays from 5pm to 7pm
8 December 2013 to 23 February 2014
Christmas concert
The Pioneers
Featuring Michael Battersby
and A Cappella Praise
Darling Buds
of May
Australian folk
20s to 50s swing
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with festive tunes lead by
singer-pianist Michael Battersby and carols with the A Cappella
Praise Choir. There will be a special visit by Santa for all the
boys and girls.
The Pioneers’ music is a mix of traditional Australian
bush and country folk songs. Featuring the distinctive
vocal harmonies of David and Liz Rivett, every Pioneers
performance is unique, inspirational and very Australian.
The Darling Buds of May are an exciting swing sextet whose
extensive repertoire covers many musical genres, from 1920s
dixieland jazz through to 1950s swing and blues. The punchy
horns and rhythm section, along with the sultry tones of
Jessie Gordon, will have you dancing in the park.
29 December
19 January
16 February
JH Abrahams Reserve
Mueller Park
Lake Jualbup
Gumnut Stompers
Ulla Shay Band
Australian
Army Band Perth
Traditional jazz
Indigenous
singer-songwriter
Showband
Soak up the sounds of New Orleans and tap your toes to the
swingin’ jazz hits of yesteryear. Formed in 1987, this fun and
talented group of musicians play tunes made famous by the
jazz greats, including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Jellyroll
Morton, Scott Joplin and George Gershwin.
Ulla Shay is an award-winning Indigenous Australian singersongwriter who released her first single at just fourteen
years of age. A graduate of Abmusic College (Perth), Ulla
represented Australia in the international competition of young
performers at the Crimea Music Festival in the Ukraine. Ulla
released her debut album in 2012 and won Perth NAIDOC’s
Artist of the Year Award.
The Australian Army Band Perth was originally a brass
band known as the Western Command Band, which was
converted to a concert band in 1972. Today, this professional
ensemble is comprised of Army Reserve Soldier musicians
who have performed with the likes of James Morrison and
Normie Rowe. They are sure to have you tapping your feet to
some of the finest swing, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll.
15 December
5 January
2 February
23 February
Theatre Gardens
Cliff Sadlier Reserve
Mueller Park
Lake Jualbup
Akanna
Nueva Salsa
Orchestra
Band of Brothers
Stratosfunk
Vocal trio
Latin
Aussie rock covers
Motown/soul
Akanna is a group of three classical female singers who stop
people in their tracks and bring audiences to their feet. Delight
in their harmonies that will take you a musical journey with
music by legendary singers Judy Garland, The Supremes, Bette
Midler, The Andrew Sisters and much more.
The Nueva Salsa Orchestra is the hottest Australian Latin band
this side of Havana. Specialising in Cuban, mambo, cha-cha and
salsa music, this dynamic ten-piece Latin music extravaganza will
amaze you with their power and energy. Put on your dancing
shoes and celebrate the start of the year Latin style.
Brothers Adam, Lance and Jacob Robinson perform the classic
Australian rock songs that we all know so well. Sing along to
your favourite songs by Cold Chisel, Daryl Braithwaite, Dragon,
Midnight Oil and much more.
Stratosfunk is Perth’s most sought after soul band performing
hits from the Motown era. Experience the smooth sounds of
Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and Aretha Franklin, complete with
three vocalists and a power-house horn section. The band’s
show Tell Mama: The Music of Etta James took out the award
for Best Music Show at the Perth Fringe World Festival 2013.
(Excluding 26 January)
Held at various parks throughout the city, the free community
concerts cover a mix of themes and genres suitable for all ages.
Where are the parks?
Theatre Gardens
Subiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco
JH Abrahams Reserve
The Avenue, Crawley Foreshore
(extra parking at UWA’s car park 33 – Parkway entrance 4
and car park 9 – Hackett Drive entrance 4)
Cliff Sadlier Reserve
Cunningham Terrace, Daglish
Mueller Park
Corner Subiaco and Coghlan roads, Subiaco
Oak Lawn
The University of Western Australia, Hackett Drive, Crawley
Lake Jualbup
Corner Excelsior and Evans streets, Shenton Park