Fresh from winning the prestigious 2026 Ossa Music Prize, fairytale-folk trio PALENCIA invites audiences into a world of rich harmonies, captivating storytelling and unforgettable original music.

Featuring Christian Palencia, Amity Hutton and Emily Oates, PALENCIA weaves together diverse musical influences, heartfelt lyrics and enchanting folk melodies to explore themes of love, identity, belonging and self-discovery. Audiences will experience songs from Animal, a magical musical journey that encourages us to embrace every part of ourselves, even the ones we fear.

With stunning vocal harmonies, multi-instrumental talent and a performance style that is both uplifting and immersive, PALENCIA promises an evening filled with wonder, connection and songs that will stay with you long after the final note.

Tour Venues

All concert tickets free, registrations essential as seating is limited.

Tuesday 3rd November| 6:00pm - Paragon Theatre Queenstown
Wednesday 4th November | 6:00pm - Makers Workshop Burnie
Thursday 5th November | 6:00pm - Annexe Theatre Launceston
Friday 6th November | 6:00pm - Swansea Town Hall
Monday 9th November | 6:00pm - The Hedberg - For Hedberg concert tickets click here

Established in 2018 and named after Tasmania’s highest mountain peak, the Ossa Music Prize is generously provided by Dr Rod Roberts, alumnus of the University of Tasmania, and Mrs Cecile Roberts.

The prize supports an individual student or a student ensemble of up to 3 players to pursue excellence in musicianship and performance and underwrites a state-wide performance tour.

The tour will include a performance in Queenstown in memory of Margaret Stoermer, thanks to an extension prize gifted by her son Christian Stoermer.

Ossa Music Prize Tour 2026 - PALENCIA

Choose your tickets

QUEENSTOWN - Paragon Theatre - Tuesday 3rd November ticket

BURNIE - Makers Workshop - Wednesday 4th November ticket

LAUNCESTON - UTAS Annexe Theatre - Thursday 5th November ticket

SWANSEA - Town Hall - Friday 6th November ticket