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The Songs of Sydney

Where
State Library of NSW
State Library of NSW
Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
The Library Bar - entry via Hospital Road
When

Tuesday 18 November from 6pm to 8pm

The Library Bar opens at 5pm.

Cost

General Admission: $40.00Concession: $35.00Friends of the Library: $30.00

After a sold-out first run last November, The Songs of Sydney is back — a springtime celebration of the sounds of our city.

Musicians perform one song of their own and their favourite local song of all time on the Library Bar’s baby grand piano, set against the stunning Sydney skyline. Part of Ausmusic Month, The Songs of Sydney showcases the power of local storytelling through music.

Featuring FRIDAY*GraspsKobie DeeMi-kaishaOdette and Sally Seltmann.

Read more about all the artists here.

Please note: this is a mixed standing and seated event. Table seating is available on a first come, first served basis. The Library Bar will be open from 5pm ahead of the event.

  • Library Bar opens: from 5pm

  • Event commences: 6pm

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State Library of NSW

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