Chisholm St is a live performance space on Wadawurrung country, Ballarat. We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land and recognise that their sovereignty was never ceded.

Hosted by Bronwyn Blaiklock, Chisholm St is an intimate foray into fascinating corners of classical music. Launched in March 2021, this diverse series of concerts by regional musicians and spoken word performers gives you a rare glimpse into creative music-making, up close and personal.

Chisholm St: Latin in Winter

This series is more than a celebration of Latin American music, it is a special treat to warm you against the chills of Ballarat in mid-winter. Local guitar duo, Well Strung, and their mastery will put rhythm in your toes and a smile on your face. Pianist and composer, Jack L Stacy, will dazzle you with Latin gems from the early 20th Century.

The Performers

Well Strung consists of the brilliant Adam Seery and Lindon Kriss. Read more about them here://www.facebook.com/Well-Strung-1...

Jack L. Stacey - pianist and composer
Throughout much of his childhood, Jack relied heavily on music as his primary means of expression. Neurodiverse since a young age, Jack enhanced his understanding of the world around him by expressing himself through his connections with music. It was clear he had an undeniable affection for music.

In his teenage years, Jack was among the final prize winners in the Australian Children’s Music Foundation Song Writing Competition and performed his original orchestral composition ‘The Night’s Lullaby’ with the Ballarat Symphony Orchestra in 2010. He also participated in consecutive APRA Tropscore competitions and was one of four finalists in the Tropscore Jr. competition in 2013.

Jack completed his VCE Music studies and performed at the Top Class Sounds Concert in 2017. He was honoured to receive the Margaret Schofield Scholarship for Composition for his original piece: “Nightfall’s Lament”. He completed his course for the Bachelor of Music in 2020 at the University of New England, Armidale, and is currently studying his Honours year, majoring in composition. He was awarded the Cecil Hill Prize and successfully received the Jean M Oxley Memorial Scholarship to help continue his studies for his outstanding achievements. Jack is currently studying for his AMEB LMusA.

Read more about Jack here: www.jacklstacey.com
Find him on social media: https://www.facebook.com/Jack.L.Stacey

The venue

Seating
Bespoke reupholstered deck chairs and lounge suite awaits you, however, be sure to dress warmly as seating extends to an external covered deck and this is Ballarat, after all. During the winter months, concerts are held indoors. The performance space cannot be seen from the street, however, the venue is registered with APRA/AMCOS for live performances (https://www.apraamcos.com.au/).

Children
Children who are 16 years and under are free to attend, although we ask that paid ticket-holders get priority of seating. Please register them when you book so we can be prepared. Children are welcome to enjoy the garden and cubby house during daytime performances.

Refreshments
You are invited to join the performers for refreshments after the performance. This includes wine, cheese, gluten-friendly snacks, light drinks, tea and coffee at no extra charge. You are welcome to bring a bottle of your favourite beverage.

Covid-19
Please do not attend if you are unwell. Tickets can be swapped to other concert series if you are unable to attend due to illness. Please follow covid-19 quarantine regulations. Attendees at Chisholm St performances are required to be double-vaccinated and to show their certificate upon arrival. Please use the hand-sanitiser supplied at the point of entry.

Please wear masks if your household members have covid-19. Masks need to be worn if you are seated inside, but not when you are seated on the deck. Please maintain social distancing where possible.

Covid-safe plan in place.