Rachael’s life in music

Twenty-eight-year-old violinist Rachael Kwa is making a name for herself, and OCLife caught up with her for a chat…

MUSIC SCENEJonathan Roe2 February 2022Local Violinist, MusicComment

John Williamson winds his way to the Orange Civic Theatre February 12

After more than half a century on the road performing across the length and breadth of the Country, Australian music icon John Williamson is looking to spend a little more time at home.

COMMUNITYGuest User21 January 2021John Williamson, Music, Old Man Emu, Orange NSW, Tour OrangeComment

No matter your age make 2021 your year for music

Interested in learning an instrument, playing with a group or singing in a choir?

COMMUNITYGuest User14 January 2021Orange Regional Conservatorium, Orange NSW, MusicComment

THE JUKEBOX COLUMN WITH BLOOMERS

If you were a casual listener to just about any Creedence Clearwater Revival (Creedence/CCR) song, you would be forgiven for thinking they were from the deep south of the United States.

COMMENTContributed21 October 2020Music, boombox, raido, lunchtime radioComment

Catch the region’s best local music talent live from the Dotted Eight Studio

As the impact of the coronavirus struck home, local audio engineer Craig Honeysett watched as the musicians he worked with lost gigs and were left without an income.

COMMUNITYJonathan Roe9 July 2020Orange City LifeDotted Eight Studio, Studio, Music, EntertainmentComment

It Ain’t Over

As much as we’d like to rush this we’re in charge of our own destiny.

COMMUNITYPaul Tierney25 June 2020Orange City LifeCOVID-19, MusicComment

Ruth’s Music Education Motivation

Music education has been at the heart of Ruth Thompson’s teaching career for over 30 years, and in doing so, she has become a much-loved member of the Orange region.

COMMUNITYMelise Coleman18 June 2020Orange City LifeMusic, Education, Children, KidsComment

Can’t stop the music!

Live music returns to Orange pubs

ENTERTAINMENTJonathan Roe11 June 2020Orange City LifeMusic, EventsComment

Free music gigs to kickstart country communities

With restrictions on public gatherings cautiously easing, local band The Phrase Noise Offensive are planning a series of free gigs aimed at helping small country towns get back on their feet.

ENTERTAINMENTJonathan Roe28 May 2020Orange City LifeMusic, Rural LifeComment

Vote for Tzzy!

13-year-old Matilda ‘Tzzy’ Taylor is looking to make a hit again this year in the global drumming competition Hit Like a Girl.

COMMUNITYJonathan Roe7 May 2020Orange City LifeMusic, Hit Like A Girl, Drums, DrummingComment

Tune in for you weekly JAM!

JAM Orange’s Sunday Lockdown streaming sessions are here for the duration.

ENTERTAINMENTJonathan Roe29 April 2020Orange City LifeJAM Orange, Music, LockdownComment

Money Well Spent

I can’t think of a time when I was prouder, I’m sure you were too.

COMMENTPaul Tierney29 April 2020Orange City LifeANZAC, Music, SkillsComment

Angullong partners with Sydney Youth Orchestra

Orange’s Angullong Wines is pleased to announce its exciting new ‘Community Engagement Partnership’ with the Sydney Youth Orchestra.

COMMUNITYJonathan Roe8 April 2020Orange City LifeAngullong, Sydney Youth Orchestra, Wine, Orange Wine, MusicComment

JAM Orange watch party – live, local and online!

Public gatherings are on hold but that hasn’t stopped JAM Orange finding a way to help local musicians to showcase their talent.

ENTERTAINMENTJonathan Roe8 April 2020Orange City LifeJAM Orange, Music, Watch PartyComment

Music for Company ♫

Need something to keep you going in these lonely days?… stay tuned.

COMMENTPaul Tierney1 April 2020Orange City LifeMusic, COVID-19Comment

Taylor Talk

Due to perform ‘The A Team’ tour at the Orange Civic Theatre, we were lucky enough to catch up with Taylor Henderson, where we quizzed him on everything from his favourite memories within the industry to his pre-tour rituals.

COMMUNITY, ENTERTAINMENTMelise Coleman18 March 2020Orange City LifeTaylor Henderson, Music, SingingComment

What’s On Feb (iv)

Coming up around the region in February and March 2020

WHAT'S ONJonathan Roe26 February 2020Orange City LifeWhat's On, Art, Music, TheatreComment

Blindly Led Youth ready to rock the Northcourt

Get ready to rock Orange! This Saturday, talented young local musicians will be joined by their Sydney peers for an evening of live rock n roll in the Orange Northcourt.

ENTERTAINMENTGuest User26 February 2020Orange City LifeBlindly Led Youth, PCYC, Drums, Rock, Music, Music SceneComment

Musician unite for our region’s farmers

It all started during a New Year's Eve gathering. A group of local musicians were wondering what they could do to help local farmers suffering from this disastrous, extended drought.