Charles Maimarosia at Melbourne Recital Centre
Schedule
Sat May 18 2024 at 07:00 pm
Location
Melbourne Recital Centre | Melbourne, VI
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Concert Rescheduled: Charles Maimarosia’s concert has been rescheduled to Saturday 18 May 2024.Due to an illness in the family, Charles Maimarosia has had to return to the Solomon Islands and postpone his upcoming concert on Saturday 21 October. We are pleased to confirm that this concert has been rescheduled to Saturday 18 May 2024 at 7pm.
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Witness tradition and innovation come together through the evocative music of Solomon Islands singer Charles Maimarosia.
Immerse yourself in the intricate melodies and rich harmonies of Charles Maimarosia, a remarkable musician hailing from the Solomon Islands. Raised in the remote Pipisu village of Malaita, Maimarosia is renowned as a singer of important custom knowledge while also drawing inspiration from both traditional and contemporary musical styles.
Charles won a 2022 Music Victoria award and has recently performed at The Senses Festival in Malaysia and as part of the G20 Summit in India.
About the concert
Effortlessly weaving elements of folk, world music, and contemporary pop, Maimarosia’s music crafts a distinct sonic landscape that is both accessible and deeply expressive. Captivating audiences with his skilful guitar playing and soulful vocals, Maimarosia’s lyrics explore themes of love, identity, and the beauty of nature. Seamlessly incorporating traditional Solomon Islands sounds and rhythms, he embraces traditional instruments like the pan flutes, bamboo percussion, and guitar, infusing his compositions with a unique cultural flavour. Witness tradition and innovation come together through poetic storytelling and heartfelt delivery as Maimarosia’s evocative music forges a profound connection with listeners.
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Where is it happening?
Melbourne Recital Centre, Performing Arts Complex, 13-43 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia,Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaEvent Location & Nearby Stays: