Long Listen is an artist-driven, musician-led boutique festival that celebrates the power of music to connect and inspire. Each year, we transform community spaces in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland into vibrant hubs of creativity, presenting an eclectic mix of classical crossover, world, folk, experimental and original music. Imagine singer-songwriters with string quartets, experimental voices alongside ancient instruments, and intimate concerts that invite discovery.
At its heart, Long Listen is about inclusivity, creating memorable audience experiences while giving artists a platform to experiment, collaborate, and make new work deeply embedded in our community.
Our Future
We are working towards a fundraising goal of $80k to deliver the next festival, 2–5 October 2026. Your support, whether as a donor, investor, partner, or audience member helps us sustain this unique festival and nurture the cultural life of our region.
With gratitude,
Louise King
Founder & Artistic Director | Long Listen
