Presented by Melbourne Recital Centre and The Idea of North
The Idea of North – Christmas Tour
A soul-stirring journey that will leave listeners spellbound.
This holiday season, join acclaimed a cappella quintet The Idea of North as they bring their ‘Silver Stars’ Christmas tour to Melbourne Recital Centre. In collaboration with the Young Voices of Melbourne, experience an enchanting evening that blends an inspired program of Christmas classics with The Idea of North’s eclectic repertoire.
Capturing the magic of the season without ever being predictable, this performance spans the gamut from uplifting to exquisitely tender. From soulful carols and jazz standards to pop ballads, all music is created live with nothing but human voices, making the diversity of sound even more astonishing.
Possessing impeccable artistry and easy-going charm, The Idea of North captivates listeners with their stunning vocal arrangements, rich harmonies, and emotional authenticity, crafting experiences that are as humorous as they are heart-stirring.
Don’t miss an evening brimming with joy and the glow of Christmas cheer in this heartwarming intergenerational concert.
Praise for The Idea of North
‘A cappella is something thought of as being minimalist, but when you can sing and entertain like The Idea of North, a band would just get in the way.’ – James Morrison
‘Weaving pure magic with just five voices, by the encore you’ll forget that’s all they use!’ – The Adelaide Review
‘Strong, polished voices with a blend to envy - a welcome addition to the tradition of great vocal jazz.’ – New York Voices
‘This a cappella outfit can’t put a foot wrong. 10/10’ – The Sun-Herald
‘…measured and absorbing. Like ABBA dipped in velvet.’ – Sydney Morning Herald
‘A vocal quintet of wit, charm and breathtaking musical virtuosity.’ – The Adelaide Advertiser
‘Smooth, sophisticated close-harmony arrangements… a pitch-perfect ensemble.’ – The Courier-Mail
Duration: 2 hours (incl. interval). Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.
Tickets
A Reserve $75 ($60 Concession)
B Reserve $65 ($50 Concession)
Child (Under 16)
A Reserve $50
B Reserve $35
A Transaction Fee between $4 and $8.50 applies to orders made online and by phone. Delivery Fees may also apply. A ticket limit of six is in place online to ensure fair ticket access for all. Want to bring a bigger party? Call our Box Office during business hours on (03) 9699 3333 to book.
Artists
The Idea of North
Nick Begbie vocals
Naomi Crellin vocals
Luke Thompson vocals
Emma Rule vocals
Kai Kitamura vocals
Grant Whitehead audio engineer
The Young Voices of Melbourne guest artists
About the Artists
What happens when five accomplished singers, all of whom have long immersed themselves in the undeniable beauty of combined voices and emotion-filled musical performance, combine their talents? The Idea of North is such a group of musicians, and together they create a sound to behold. The way they combine their individual storytelling prowess and finesse their tones to create a single, beautiful, multi-vocal instrument is transporting and an experience like no other.
The Idea of North's journey is studded with praise and innovation. In the early 2000s they burst onto the international scene, winning awards around the world and exciting listeners' imaginations with their enigmatic performances. They made history by being the first non‑American group ever to win the USA's biggest open a cappella competition at the time, the Harmony Sweepstakes.
At home, they broke new ground for vocal music by taking out two ARIA Awards for Best Jazz Album (2010 and 2013) - notably, their 2013 album 'Smile' was the first contemporary a cappella recording to win an ARIA. With a catalogue of fifteen albums, including two live albums, these musicians have continually pushed the boundaries of a cappella performance.
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