Innessa @ Humph Hall

Establishing herself on the Australian festival scene, Sunshine Coast songstress, Innessa, has found her niche infusing alternative folk with Eastern-European influences.

Publishing her first poem in her native Russian at 12 years old, Innessa's way with words has more recently earned her a finalist spot in the 2024, 2023 and 2017 Queensland Music Awards, seen her release four studio albums, and perform at some of Australia's biggest folk festivals including Woodford Folk Festival, Canberra Folk Festival, and venues in Russia.

Highlights include:

• Release of the new album "Golden Wreath" May 2023
• Sold-out Album Launch at Black Box Theatre, Nambour - June 2023
• Sold-out intimate event "Dining with Innessa" -  July 2023
• Sold-out concert at Maleny Players Theatre - June 2024
• Finalist in Queensland Music Awards in 2024, 2023 & 2017

Visit her web site.

Singing Workshop (5.30-6.30pm) (Free for those who purchase tickets for the concert)

The concert will be preceded by a one-hour singing workshop - the delight of learning the English version of a traditional Slavic Folk Song “Golden Wreath” from Innessa’s latest album.

Join Innessa for an immersive journey into the enigmatic world of singing traditional Slavic Folk songs! Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or a beginner looking to explore your vocal potential, this workshop is designed to expand your musical horizons. 

Start off with essential vocal warm-up exercises to prepare your voice for singing. Engage with fellow participants in a supportive and collaborative learning environment, and have fun.

At the end of the workshop, you'll have the chance to perform the song in front of an audience during the concert that follows.