Momo Piano Sessions presents Piano Day 2023 with No-ké | Mirla | The Nano Symphony
Momo Piano Sessions presents Piano Day 2023
Experience intimate, immersive piano music at Momo Wholefood Cafe - a beautiful heritage building, in the heart of Newcastle
Bite-sized neoclassical piano sessions to celebrate Piano Day 2023
1 live music event
1 special glass fronted piano
3 incredible performances
88 keys on the 88th day
rest. slow down. escape into quiet music.
This 3rd Piano Session features neoclassical performances by:
Mirla | No-kë | The Nano Symphony
Piano Day is a celebration of the piano bringing together events by piano players from all around the world. Always held on the 88th day of the year, because there are 88 keys on this wonderful instrument.
“Why does the world need a Piano Day? For many reasons. But mostly, because it doesn’t hurt to celebrate the piano and everything around it: performers, composers, piano builders, tuners, movers and most important, the listener.” – Nils Frahm
Momo Piano Sessions : November - Nat Bartsch + Mirla
Momo Piano Sessions: Nat Bartsch and Mirla
Rest, slow down, escape into quiet music….
Momo Piano sessions returns! After a sold out event for World Piano Day in March, our November event sees us return for another captivating evening of Piano centred performances.
Joining Newcastles own Neoclassical composer Mirla, we are thrilled to announce we have a very special interstate guest - twice Aria nominated Melbourne pianist Nat Bartsch.
Nat is known for her lyrical, neo-romantic music at the intersection of several genres. Nat will be forming works from her latest release Hope - a cathartic neoclassical suite that responds to the Black Summer Bushfires and from her acclaimed lullaby album Forever & No Time at All.
Get in quick!
Dinner + Bar from 6pm
Performances 730pm
Momo Nights : Tenzin Choegyal with Sydney Ensemble
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT
Momo Nights is thrilled to bring you a special performance by Tibetan musician Tenzin Choegyal as part of his Be the Mountain tour. Tenzin will accompanied by the Sydney Ensemble string quartet.
One of the world's finest Tibetan musicians, Tenzin Choegyal has enchanted audiences around the globe with his cantering rhythms, soaring vocals and exquisite flute solos. A son of Tibetan nomads, he feels a particular connection to the music of the Himalayan plateau and remains dedicated to preserving Tibet’s musical traditions. At the same time, he effortlessly embraces diverse genres and musical styles, bringing Tibetan music firmly into a contemporary setting. He collaborates with artists from all streams of contemporary music including major works for stage and film with Philip Glass and his Grammy-nominated album Songs from the Bardo with Laurie Anderson.
This intimate concert will include a solo performance and a very special collaboration with the Sydney Ensemble string quartet.
Live concert + traditional Tibetan meal - $62 per person (to be prepaid when booking).
Our bar will be open with a small selection of minimal intervention wines, beers and cocktails (no BYO).
Entry from 6pm for dinner. Concert begins at approx 7:30pm (dinner service will end at 6:45)
Momo Nights : Yabok
Momo Nights is curated series of Friday nights featuring beats, samples, songs and languages in musical collaborations, accompanied by food & drinks from the Momo kitchen & bar.
Yabok means sister, and it expresses the musical relationship between band members Tara Rostron and Jodie Kell. Tara is a Kune speaking woman from Kolorbidahdah in Western Arnhem Land. Jodie is a Balanda (non-Indigenous) musician who lives and works between Newcastle NSW and Maningrida in the NT. They are both members of the ground-breaking all women’s rock band, Ripple Effect Band from Maningrida and as such have travelled together across the country with this high energy group of women. Yabok is also about Daluk (women) standing up and being proud to express themselves and the joy of music and the way it brings people together like family.
For this very special performance, Tara Rostron has crossed 550km of dirt roads, river crossings and plane flights from the exquisite escarpment country of Western Arnhem Land (think Kakadu National Park) to experience the warmth of Jodie’s home community of Newcastle on Awabakal and Worimi Country. Together they will sing songs from the top end of Australia, their voices blending in stunning harmonies and share stories of their journeys as two women, Bininj and Balanda connected through song. You might have caught them at Gum Ball Festival, but now you have the chance to hear and learn some Kune language right here in Newcastle.
Live music + 2 course Indian thali style dinner - $40 per person (to be prepaid when booking).
Option to purchase dessert on the night.
Our bar will be open with a small selection of minimal intervention wines, beers and cocktails (no BYO).
Entry from 5:30pm, music begins at 6:30
Momo are a part of City of Newcastle's Autumn Alive program: a month-long celebration bringing the CBD alive. Supported by City of Newcastle and proudly funded by NSW Government.
Momo Nights : Ta’sia
Momo Nights is curated series of Friday nights featuring beats, samples, songs and languages in musical collaborations, accompanied by food & drinks from the Momo kitchen & bar.
Ta’sia ( Annastasia Lucas ) is a female Musician and Producer now residing in Melbourne/Naarm. Her set combines both improvisation and beats made from records and performed live on old samplers. This set will feature sounds of Lofi, Dub and Jazz and collaborations with guest artists Ena Malibu, Nino, Tara Rostern and Jodie Kell on vocals and trumpet.
Live music + 2 course Indian thali style dinner - $40 per person (to be prepaid when booking).
Option to purchase dessert on the night.
Our bar will be open with a small selection of minimal intervention wines, beers and cocktails (no BYO).
Entry from 5:30pm, music begins at 6:30
Momo are a part of City of Newcastle's Autumn Alive program: a month-long celebration bringing the CBD alive. Supported by City of Newcastle and proudly funded by NSW Government.
Momo Nights : Pikou Panez
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
Momo Nights is curated series of Friday nights featuring beats, samples, songs and languages in musical collaborations, accompanied by food & drinks from the Momo kitchen & bar.
Based in Muloobinba (Newcastle), on Awabakal Land, Pikoù Panez bring original sounds inspired by progressive folk, jazz, soul and world music. With visceral textures and thick harmonies, this six piece creates both a dreamy and energetic disposition through experimental songwriting and improvisation
Live music + 2 course Indian thali style dinner - $40 per person (to be prepaid when booking).
Option to purchase dessert on the night.
Entry from 5:30pm, music begins at 6:30
Momo are a part of City of Newcastle's Autumn Alive program: a month-long celebration bringing the CBD alive. Supported by City of Newcastle and proudly funded by NSW Government.