TO set the mood and whet the appetite for the September return of Bellingen Muse, formerly the Bellingen Fine Music Festival, the Bellingen Community Arts Council (BCAC) is putting on a one-evening taster event called One Enchanted Evening.

Raising funds for Bellingen Muse, One Enchanted Evening is on Sunday 6 August, 5pm to 8pm, in the new studio behind the Bellingen Memorial Hall.

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“The evening’s full and varied program will showcase talented local musicians and be a delight for all music lovers – jazz, folk and classical,” John Conway, BCAC committee member, told News Of The Area.

Accompanied by Chris Judd, Kym Pitman sings her beautiful, haunting songs of reverence for the land.

“A soulful poet and award-winning songwriter, Kym, with Chris’s delicate approach, perfectly conveys the vast landscapes painted by the lyrics.”

Honey Barbara, a contemporary folk band, plays and sings original music reflecting a passion for humanity and the planet.

Julie Hutchinson, Kathy Gibbings, Odile Lejus and Marie Melon, playing a wide range of instruments from harmonica to double bass, make up this powerful and unique group.

Three Reeds, a woodwind trio of two clarinetists and one bassoon, will perform a selection of well-known classical works.

Karin Braidwood, much-loved local classical guitarist, will play a mix of contemporary and traditional works.

“A highlight will be a duet with guitarist James Pollard,” said John.

“Finally, the Bellingen Jazz Co-op will bring together talented jazz musicians to have a spontaneous musical conversation spiced with fun.”

An auction of local artists’ works and raffle complete this fun evening in support of the fabulous Bellingen Muse Festival.

For ticket information see: trybooking.com/CIPOL or at the door.

Bellingen Muse festival returns to the town on Thursday 14 September through to Sunday 17 September, 2023.

By Andrea FERRARI