An immersive 4-hour experience with Australia’s premier vocal ensemble and Barbershop Harmony Society’s international silver and bronze medalist quartet.

Join The Idea of North, Australia’s most celebrated a cappella group, for a rare and enriching four-hour workshop that blends expert instruction, live coaching, and musical inspiration, alongside First Take Quartet who will bring their own brand of tight harmony, charisma, and barbershop brilliance to the session. They will present a featured performance and lead a workshop segment focused on quartet singing, barbershop techniques, and ensemble precision.

If you're a passionate ensemble singer and/or educator, this is your chance to learn from some of the most skilled and versatile performers in the vocal world today.

The Idea of North and First Take Quartet

A world-class quintet of musicians, The Idea of North delivers a flawless, instrument-free performance that audiences come to for the music – but return to for the magic! With 15 albums, two ARIA awards, and a captivating blend of jazz, pop, and gospel, this acclaimed group offers an unforgettable evening of vocal mastery.

Fresh off their silver medal triumph at the 2024 Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) International Quartet Contest, First Take Quartet is bringing their world-class artistry to Canberra! Beyond the stage, First Take Quartet is dedicated to inspiring the next generation – coaching singers and strengthening the global a cappella community. Their passion, artistry, and signature harmonies will leave you wanting more!

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