Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Sydney Mandolin Orchestra to play for Greens

Sydney Mandolin Orchestra (www.fame.asn.au/sydney/main.htm )

Performing Sunday 6th February at the Croatian Wickham Sports Club

at 1.15pm

Proudly presented by Newcastle Greens and hosted by David Shoebridge

Greens MLC.

The Sydney Mandolin Orchestra is well known to Sydney and regional audiences for its appealing repertoire and entertaining performances.

The orchestra is Australia’s oldest Mandolin orchestra, comprising a variety of plucked string instruments including mandolins, mandolas, mandacello, classical guitars and double bass and performs a wide variety of music including Italian, Spanish, romantic and classical styles.

The orchestra’s musical director and conductor, Christopher Keane, has been a leader in the field of classical guitar, known equally for his work as a performer, composer, conductor and educator

The general public is warmly invited to share an afternoon of fine music with Newcastle Greens. Devonshire Tea will be served after the concert and is included in the ticket price.

$20 per person, concession $15, students $5 and children - gold coin donation.

Enquiries and bookings should be directed to Megan Benson, Secretary Newcastle Greens secretary@newcastle.nsw.greens.org.au