Classical Music Concerts

Let’s enjoy one of Melbourne’s classic summer traditions — the **Sidney Myer Free Concert: Symphonic Celebration**. This is a large-scale, open-air orchestral performance in the beautiful surrounds of the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. It’s completely free, no tickets required, and perfect for a relaxed social evening with live music. Bring a picnic rug if you like, come solo or with friends, and enjoy great music without any pressure or formality. This meetup is about sharing the experience together, not sitting in silence pretending we’re experts. Curious what we’re walking into? Read more about the concert here: [https://www.mso.com.au/performance/2026-smmb-symphonic-celebration](https://www.mso.com.au/performance/2026-smmb-symphonic-celebration) **Key Details** * Free event — no tickets required * Just turn up * Outdoor, open-air concert * Picnic-friendly **Plan** * 5:30 pm – Meet up & quick introductions * 5:45 pm – Walk together to the gate and join the queue * After entry – Find a good lawn spot and settle in * 7:30 pm – Performance begins * Interval – \~30 minutes * 9:30 pm – Performance ends **Meeting point:** [Walker Fountain Kings Domain](https://maps.app.goo.gl/A9vYZvUHH49zXedu5) at **5:30 pm**. I’ll post a photo of myself here once I arrive. We’ll start walking together towards the gate around **5:45 pm**. If you’re running late, please message me your ETA beforehand — once you arrive, I can share our lawn seating spot with you.

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) ***free*** concerts @ Sidney Myer Music Bowl (St Kilda Rd, Southbank) are during February. Join us on a warm night for an amazing & free concert, at Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Kings Domain garden, along/off St Kilda Rd, Melbourne (10 mins walk from Arts Centre) We Meet First at 4:30 PM: at cafe outside the Arts Centre (where Spire is, **not** round building next to Princes Bridge) Arts Centre Outdoor cafe is near Tram Stop 14, St Kilda Rd. Or, if walking, it's 7 minutes south from Flinders St Station. My phone 040281664. If need to contact me to find cafe or Arts Centre Theatres building, with Spire on top, please comment on the Meetup or phone/text me. At Sidney Myer Music Bowl: Are grass areas, or seats. Own food & own drinks is permitted. Including small amounts of alcohol permitted. No glass allowed except wine bottles. No sharp knives, but best not to bring any metal cutlery (re going thru the security check). If can't stay for whole concert, can leave at interval at around 8:10. Or, during the brief interludes between pieces. \-\-\-\-\- This is a hurried write, as had intended to do for Wed, but forecast is for rain; proper rain, not just chance of. (It's still daylight till 9pm & we're meeting late afternoon, so counts as a Daytime Event. Doesn't it?? :) . Plus I wanted to post something to say thanks for lovely & wonderful comments said to me re Williamstown walk). The MSO free concerts - 4 this week - are all excellent programmes. Tues 10 Feb includes Peer Gynt Suite No.1, & Beehoven's 5th Symphony, & couple shorter pieces. \-\-\- If can't meet us from 4:30 to by 5:15, please just go to it yourself. If by yourself, or just 2 or 3 people, you will be able to sit in seats — go to right side (if facing stage) tho. Once we arrive at near Sidney Myer Music Bowl location, I will not be contactable. It is near impossible to find ppl once in the bowl area. (will post our location approx 6:30 but up to u to find us) All 4 free concerts will be Live Streamed on ABC Classic FM youtube channel. **Advisory:** there's 10,000 people at each of these concerts sitting close. Some people may prefer to wear a mask. If any illness symptoms, rather than attend this particular Meetup please enjoy the live stream

**Estrela do Mar** Inc is a Not-for-Profit organisation and this is a ticketed event, however don't let the investment be in your way, **please reach out** if you are experiencing financial difficulties to learn how can you contribute. Find out more at **[our](maracatu.org.au)** website. Workshops are held every Tuesday night at the Multicultural Hub in Melbourne, opposite the Vic Market. As the front door is locked after hours, please walk to Victoria Street, and turn right. You will find the door to Maracatu workshops on the right hand side just after Yarn Strong Sista. We teach **rhythm, song & movement** at regular workshops. Our style is traced through the lineage of groups (or "nations") such as **Maracatu Aurora Africana, Maracatu** **Estrela Brilhante**, **Maracatu** **Leão Coroado**, and others. We share a **living tradition of maracatu locally** to promote **social inclusion, break cultural barriers, and facilitate community building** & **engagement**. * **No musical experience** is required * **All instruments provided** * Not suitable for **children** Come along to learn & play this exhilarating rhythm. Please arrive at 6.25pm. The workshop will start at 6.30pm. \*\*Tickets: [https://events.humanitix.com/maracatu**](https://events.humanitix.com/maracatu**) $30 workshop or $20 concession Packages and Membership available

tickets and info: [https://bachatacorazon.com.au/tuesday-night](https://bachatacorazon.com.au/tuesday-night) ### Shake off the workday with a night of pure Bachata bliss! Every Tuesday, 6:15pm - 9pm, we run classes for all levels of dancers, from absolute beginners to advanced. From 9pm, join us for an unforgettable evening at one of Melbourne's most popular socials—our DJs drop all the hottest hits and dancers, from all schools and interstate come together to share their love for Bachata dance - with a sprinkle of Salsa and Kizomba. Don't miss out on this sure-fire recipe to get your week started right! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• **BACHATA CLASSES TIMELINE:** **6:15 - 6:45pm: FREE class for absolute beginners** to learn the fundamental and the basic of bachata. (Upstairs) **7:00 - 8:00PM Beginners:** Your Latin dance journey starts here! We'll teach you the essential holds, basics steps and turns that will prepare you for the higher classes and kick start your Bachata journey. First-timers welcome! **7:00 - 8:00PM Sensual Bachata (Intermediate level)**: This class builds on your existing understanding of turns, wraps, connection and **(most importantly) frame**; to introduce Bachata sensual whole-body movements. Mastering the techniques in this class will get you ready for any social dance floor anywhere in the world. We recommend at least 8-12 months of regular dancing before attempting this class. Check with an instructor for tips on how to improve your frame so that you will get the most out of this class. **8:00 - 9:00PM Intermediate Social Moves:** This class is perfect for dancers of all levels who have at least 8-12 weeks of experience dancing Bachata. In this class, we focus on teaching you fun social moves that you can use immediately on the dance floor. The moves and combinations taught in this class are perfect for Australia’s social dance scene and will keep you dancing for hours. **8:00 - 9:00PM Advanced Bachata**: In this class we introduce advanced techniques, complex timing, and musicality. This class requires an assessment (or invitation from an instructor). Students in this class should be able to lead and follow controlled whole-body movements learned in the Intermediate Sensual class. It is our expectation that advanced dancers are practicing their dance 3-4 times per week. We recommend advanced dancers continue participating in 7PM Sensual Bachata class regularly to keep fundamentals strong. **Social dancing** **9PM - MIDNIGHT 3 HOURS of SOCIAL DANCING AND PARTY** with the latest modern bachata and of course, SENSUAL bachata music. Perfect mix to practice the moves you learned in class!! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ALL TICKETS INCLUDE DRINK TOKENS. (All door prices include 1 drink): \- 6:15 Introduction class $FREE \- 1 class \+ social \- $32 \- 2 classes \+ social \- $42 \- 3hrs of party \(social dancing\): $22 (Membership options available from $15 p/week ([https://bachatacorazon.com.au/bachata-melbourne-membership](https://bachatacorazon.com.au/bachata-melbourne-membership)) WALK IN WELCOME No need to bring a partner as partners rotate in class. Join us any week, content will be revisited every few months. WHERE? The Space Dance & Arts Centre 318 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181 To RSVP for the classes and get tickets here: [https://bachatacorazon.com.au/tuesday-night](https://bachatacorazon.com.au/tuesday-night) Walk in welcome. For more info regarding the prices or other events, follow us on [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/BachataCorazonTuesday)and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bachatacorazontuesday).

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to our Tuesday Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We always have between 150 - 250 people attending our Tuesday event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. Some people come early some come late, best time is between 6pm to 9pm. 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians. 👉**Fee** of **$3.50** to be paid at the entrance or you can buy something from the bar. No Limited numbers but RSVP is a must. 🆔 Please carry a Photo ID as you may be asked at the entrance. 👉**Location**: Diesel bar & Eatery. we book the whole Second floor, Capacity of 500 people. and the welcoming table is at the door entrance. No entry from Melbourne Central. only from 202 Little Lonsdale St.

### About this session This is a small, relaxed session focused on listening to Greek music and talking together about what we hear. We will listen to one or more Greek songs played softly via a small speaker. We may pause to talk — mainly in English — about the mood, feeling, themes, and cultural context of the music. Sometimes we may talk more; sometimes we may simply listen. This is **not a class, performance, or lesson**. It is a calm listening and conversation circle. I run this session because I genuinely enjoy listening to Greek music myself, and others are welcome to join in that experience. You do **not** need to speak Greek, read Greek, or have any musical background. Listening quietly is perfectly fine. Lyrics are **not** displayed or distributed. Any discussion of meaning is informal and exploratory, not authoritative. The session will go ahead even if the group is small. Places are limited due to room capacity. Please RSVP in advance.

**Please get there as early as you can**, capacity limits applies, the entrance gate will shut before 6 pm. I will be there after 5 pm. There are food trucks there. Please also feel free to bring your own food or drinks (NO GLASSES allowed). **Address 地址**： Kings Domain Gardens, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 3004. Contact June 0402714889 if you can't find us. Please leave a comment if you are later than 5 pm. The 2026 [Sidney Myer Free Concerts](https://www.google.com/search?q=Sidney+Myer+Free+Concerts&rlz=1C5CHFA_enAU1053AU1053&oq=Free+Melbourne+Orchestra+concert+at+Sidney+Myer+Music+Bowl+this+month&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCjMwOTY2ajBqMTWoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwja6o2f3cOSAxVdS2wGHWSMHxMQgK4QegQIARAD) series features four free Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) performances at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl from **February 10–14, 2026**. These non-ticketed events offer a mix of classical favorites, such as Beethoven's 5th, alongside contemporary works. **Key 2026 Concert Details:** * **Location:** Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne * **Cost:** Free (first-come, first-served; capacity limits apply) * **Schedule:** * **Feb 10:** Symphonic Celebration (Grieg, Beethoven) * **Feb 11:** Australian Youth Orchestra * **Feb 13:** MSO x Find Your Voice Collective (Special collaboration) * **Feb 14:** 50 Years of ABC Classic * **Tips:** Gates typically open early; patrons are encouraged to bring picnics. All performances start at 7:30 PM. For those unable to attend in person, the concerts will be broadcast live on ABC Classic and the MSO's YouTube channel. Organiser's fees组织者费用: free免费 Please join our Facebook Group; the Link is attached here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/ Please kindly "Subscribe" and "Like" the group video. [https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0](https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0)

**Please get there as early as you can**, capacity limits applies, the entrance gate will shut before 6 pm. I will be there after 5 pm. There are food trucks there. Please also feel free to bring your own food or drinks (NO GLASSES allowed). **Address 地址**： Kings Domain Gardens, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 3004. Contact June 0402714889 if you can't find us. Please leave a comment if you are later than 5 pm. The 2026 [Sidney Myer Free Concerts](https://www.google.com/search?q=Sidney+Myer+Free+Concerts&rlz=1C5CHFA_enAU1053AU1053&oq=Free+Melbourne+Orchestra+concert+at+Sidney+Myer+Music+Bowl+this+month&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCjMwOTY2ajBqMTWoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwja6o2f3cOSAxVdS2wGHWSMHxMQgK4QegQIARAD) series features four free Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) performances at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl from **February 10–14, 2026**. These non-ticketed events offer a mix of classical favorites, such as Beethoven's 5th, alongside contemporary works. **Key 2026 Concert Details:** * **Location:** Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne * **Cost:** Free (first-come, first-served; capacity limits apply) * **Schedule:** * **Feb 10:** Symphonic Celebration (Grieg, Beethoven) * **Feb 11:** Australian Youth Orchestra * **Feb 13:** MSO x Find Your Voice Collective (Special collaboration) * **Feb 14:** 50 Years of ABC Classic * **Tips:** Gates typically open early; patrons are encouraged to bring picnics. All performances start at 7:30 PM. For those unable to attend in person, the concerts will be broadcast live on ABC Classic and the MSO's YouTube channel. Organiser's fees组织者费用: free免费 Please join our Facebook Group; the Link is attached here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/ Please kindly "Subscribe" and "Like" the group video. [https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0](https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0)

Join me to experience '50 Years of ABC Classic' a performance described as a 'musical love letter' to ABC Classic radio, celebrating 50 years of classical music on our national airways. We will find a spot on the lawn to take in the symphony, and you can byo drinks or snacks for a picnic or grab something delicious from the food trucks available. The program begins at 5.30pm with a curtain raiser by the Melbourne Youth Orchestra. Then at 7.30pm the concert begins, and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will be performing all-Australian works from composers and artists that will take us to all parts of our Country. This concert is free and no tickets are required. https://www.mso.com.au/performance/2026-smmb-50-years-of-abc-classic#about-this-performance **Agenda:** 4.45pm: We will meet at Walker Fountain Kings domain, on St Kilda Rd near tram stop 17 5pm: We will walk to Sidney Myer Music bowl Gate 1 5.30pm: Curtain raiser by Melbourne Youth Orchestra 7:30pm: Show begins, and concludes at 9:30pm When you RSVP, please click Attend on the event page and I will be in touch. The concerts go ahead rain, hail or shine and I will be available in the Event Comments on the day and add any updates there if needed regarding weather conditions.

From Strathmore: Get on your feet and let's get loud with the greatest hits of the '90s and '00s Latin pop explosion! La Vida Loca celebrates artists including Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Santana, Ricky Martin, and more. Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, world-renowned vocalists Ender Thomas and Jackie Mendez, and multi-GRAMMY award winners José Sibaja on trumpet and Luisito Quintero on percussion join your orchestra for a high-octane program.

Pool Boys are back! It's their first show of 2026. Come join us!

Have a lucky Friday the 13th at Tommy Joe's with Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO. Good food and drinks, friendly folks, no cover, parking available, and way cool music. www.youtube.com/lessonzero www.reverbnation.com/lessonzero

The Roadducks, having been around since 1976, are a legendary classic/southern variety rock band whose music brings you to life and goes down like Tennessee whiskey.... They are a MUST SEE band!!! We hope you’ll join us!!!L

The 23rd Annual Winter Dance celebrates the music of Buddy Holly. Richie Valens, and the Big Bopper whose genius died young in that fateful plane crash in February 1959. More than half a dozen bands, lots of musical guests and hundreds of their friends and fans will be celebrating while raising funds for [The After Dark Fun](https://www.facebook.com/AfterDarkFund/). The After Dark Fund helps local musicians with urgent financial need. Tickets are $38 with fees [Winter Dance Tix](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/23rd-annual-buddy-holly-tribute-tickets-1978432686423) Rosensteel Hall is in the Forest Glen neighborhood of Silver Spring (near the beltway and Ga Ave.). The hall has a nice dance floor, reasonably priced cash bar (free snacks are provided), plenty of free parking, and is metro accessible being a 9 minute walk from the Forest Glen Metro Station.

“Fasten your seat belts and get ready for an unforgettable rock and roll journey with 7 Bridges : The Ultimate EAGLES Experience! Buy tickets [Here](https://www.ticketweb.com/event/7-bridges-the-ultimate-eagles-tally-ho-theater-tickets/14590243?pl=tallyho) Coming from Nashville, Tennessee, this tribute to the music of the Eagles includes stunningly accurate renditions of timeless classics and fan favorites such as “Hotel California,” “Take It Easy,” “Desperado,” “One of These Nights,” “Life In The Fast Lane” and “New Kid in Town”. 7 Bridges’ incredible concert experience transports the audience back to the country rock era in Southern California and features impeccable harmonies, masterful musicianship, and authentic 1970’s stage presence. The band’s dedication to recreating the iconic sound of The Eagles is evident in every note they play and sing. This makes their show a must-see event for any fan of classic rock.” I recently saw 7 Bridges in Pittsburgh, and I imagine many of you have seen them in northern VA. They are true to the description above. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and i look forward to seeing them again.