Visuaural (Death Cycle of a Found Piano) is scaling up across the Upper Hunter with Dungog, Murrurundi, and Muswellbrook debuting their pianos this month.

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A vibrant program celebrating music, creativity and community is happening across the region. Following the successful transformation of our maiden piano at The Gum Ball, Dashville, in April, our collaborators have been busily preparing for the arrival of their own magnificent instruments. Dungog. The affectionately dubbed Dungog Dump Piano premieres with a tour of the…

Scone ADFAS presents lecture The Art of the Japanese Garden: From Tradition to Modernity by Professor Mary Cante-Helm OBE

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The Scone ADFAS presents this lecture by Professor Mary Cante-Helm OBE. Tuesday 15 September 2026, 6.30pm Scone Arts & Crafts Hall Kingdon St, Scone Members free, Guest $30 Refreshments will be served after lecture. Note: cash, cheque or bank transfer prior to the lecture only (no credit card). Visit  Facebook    MARY CANTE-HELM Professor Cante-Helm…

Sonido, Andean & Latin American Roots

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Don’t miss this amazing concert at the James Theatre on Thursday 15 October 7.00pm. Capturing the sounds and magic of Latin America, and presenting a unique form of Latin American musical expression, forged in the crucible their families immigrant experiences in 70’s & 80’s Australia. Sonido is one of Australia’s longest lived and most renowned…

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Creative Valleys is Arts Upper Hunter’s dedicated website celebrating the region through events, trails and local stories. It is a great way for locals and visitors alike to discover the creative experiences that make the Upper Hunter unique. Discover arts, cultural and community events happening across the Upper Hunter. Explore curated trails featuring public art,…

WILD HEARTS TOUR The Paterson School of Arts Hall

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Presented by MUSIC NSW and Saralyn, join us for an intimate evening of songs and stories featuring three outstanding Australian singer-songwriters – Clover Lane, Snez & Bahi sharing the inspiration behind their original music. Friday, 9 October 2026. Doors open 6pm | Music from 7:00pm–9:45pm Paterson School of Arts Hall, 6 Duke St, Paterson Set…

Forged Rhythms Premieres at Peek into the Past

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Forged Rhythms, an immersive installation of sound, imagery and poetry inspired by the craft of blacksmithing and the working forge at Tocal Homestead, premiered on Sunday 26 July as part of Peek into the Past. Housed in the heritage Milk Room, the video and sound installation brought together filmmaker Jonathan Burrows, sound artist Huw Jones,…