The Leila Waddell Concert Series 2025:
Estampa:
Postcards - Melodies from Afar
Sunday 8 November at 3pm
Keystone 1889, Bathurst
A Musical Voyage across Cultures and Continents.
Embark on a captivating musical journey with Postcards – Melodies from Afar, a concert that blends jazz, classical, folk and world music in a truly unique experience. From the fierce folky jazz of Django Reinhardt’s Seul ce soir to the romantic bossa nova of Antônio Carlos Jobim’s Corcovado, this performance explores the depth and beauty of diverse musical traditions.
Original compositions like Hora De Nundah, inspired by Balkan rhythms, and N'Awlins, capturing the essence of New Orleans jazz, are paired with traditional Swedish folk songs like Kristallen den fina and Halling Från Ekshärad.
Experience a beautiful arrangement that intertwines Chopin’s Prelude in E minor with Jobim’s How Insensitive, effortlessly blending classical and bossa nova. Bie Mir Bistu Shein is a beloved Yiddish classic that evokes a nostalgic charm, while the lively rhythms of Farmors Brudpolska transports you across continents. The concert concludes with a brilliant arrangement of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, celebrating the timeless appeal of Baroque music.
About the Artists
Rebecca Karlen voice/violin/viola/nyckelharpa
Paul Henderson banjo/acoustic guitar
John Reeves button accordion
Samuel Vincent double bass
Estampa is a Brisbane quartet that blends elements of world, folk, chamber and jazz music. Their performances evoke the charm of Parisian streets, the passion of South American culture, and the haunting beauty of Swedish folk music. The group's diverse and unconventional instrumentation creates a captivating and dynamic sound that is sure to enthral any listener.
Estampa features Rebecca Karlen on violin, viola, nyckelharpa and vocals, Paul Henderson on guitar and banjo, John Reeves on button accordion, and Samuel Vincent on double bass. Each member brings their own diverse and unique musical background and expertise to the group.
Tickets
Adults $49
Concession $45
Music Students $10 (kindly subsidised by our generous donors)
All tickets sold online or at the door
A transaction fee applies
Presented in association with Musica Viva Australia
