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We are disappointed the extended Sydney Covid related lockdown has necessitated the cancellation of The Idea of North Queensland tour and accordingly their performance in Maleny on Sunday 8 August is now cancelled. We have arranged refunds to all those who have already bought tickets.

We are currently negotiating with our performance partner the Vocal Jazz Festival in Brisbane to be able to bring Idea of North to Maleny in 2022. We will keep you posted as information comes to hand.

In the meantime Maleny Arts Council is now looking forward to our end of year concert on Sunday 21 November featuring the Brisbane City Pops Orchestra, Lesley Martin-Nightingale and the Maleny Singers. 

As with all our shows we are working closely with the Maleny Community Centre implementing CoVID requirements to ensure your safety throughout the year. Maleny Arts Council will have allocated seating for the above performance.  Please don't hesitate to contact the organiser through the booking system if you are having any difficulty booking.  

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The Idea of North in Maleny - 8 August 2021 ​ - Show Cancelled

The Idea of North back by Popular Demand
Maleny Arts Council is privileged to bring back Australia’s leading a cappella ensemble The Idea of North  to Maleny and the Sunshine Coast for a one performance only. 
The Idea of North has been Australia's premier contemporary a cappella ensemble for many years. These are musicians, serious about their music without taking themselves too seriously. They perform great music, with creativity, passion, emotion and energy.
The Idea of North has a distinct sound and style, crossing many musical genres: jazz, folk, pop, comedy, gospel – although exactly what you’ll experience at a concert is difficult to describe.
The Idea of North have been nominated for five ARIA Awards and won two of them. They have toured Australia and the world consistently. They boast a discography of over twelve albums and a significant Australian and international fan base. You may have heard some of their recordings, but the best stuff actually happens live and can't be digitised, no matter how fast your internet connection is! 
Get to this Maleny show and experience this incredible group for yourself. You’ll be bringing friends along the next time.
What the critics say:
This a cappella outfit can’t put a foot wrong… Critic’s rating: 10/10  Sun Herald, Sydney   
Strong, polished voices with a blend to envy - a welcome addition to the tradition of great vocal jazz.  Peter Eldridge, New York Voices 

In terms of quality of ensemble and elegance of arrangements, this group’s work is in the same league as that of The Swingle Singers in their heyday. On top of that, they incorporate a wry, deadpan Australian sense of humour that made their performance immensely entertaining. David M Schwartz, Sydney Morning Herald
 …measured and absorbing. Like ABBA dipped in velvet.  Sydney Morning Herald    
…an impeccable standard of musicianship… The Melbourne Age                             
Smooth, sophisticated close-harmony arrangements…A pitch-perfect ensemble.  The Courier Mail       
A cappella is sometimes 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               ​

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If you are looking for outstanding, professional entertainment in the form of live theatre,  instrumental music or opera, a family show or jazz right here on your doorstep, then Maleny Arts Council has it all.