KULCHA
1st Floor,
13 South Terrace
Fremantle
(corner Collie Street, above the Dome)



February 2003 Calendar
  • Friday 31 Jan
    David Harenstam & Duo Lenz
  • Saturday 1
    Desert Child
  • Friday 7
    Margarita Villa with Universal Guitars
  • Saturday 8
    Ensemble Yonin No Kai
  • Sunday 9
    Ensemble Yonin No Kai

  • Friday 14
    Strictly Bellydance
  • Saturday 15
    Mike Pignéguy & Friends
  • Sunday 16
    Ross Daly Lecture/Demonstration


    Previous Months
    Next Month

  • Friday 21
    Dom Mariani and Majestic Kelp
  • Saturday 22
    KULCHA World Music Concert at Araluen Botanic Park
  • Saturday 22
    Multi -Kulti
  • Thursday 27
    Brendan Power
  • Friday 28
    Gypsy Masala

  • Listen to World Music NOW on the ABC Music Deli Website


    Friday
    31 January
    8.00pm
    David Harenstam David Harenstam & Duo Lenz

    sweden's leading guitarist
    Duo Lenz presents "The Bard" David Harenstam, form Sweden is one of Europe's leading guitarists. Harenstam has an extensive repertoire, CD recordings and radio airplay and is best known for his numerous original performances of new chamber music, Joined by Duo Lenz, Ruth and Richard Lenz this will be an incredible evening of classical guitar mastery.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Saturday
    1 February
    8.00pm
    Desert Child Desert Child

    acoustic guitars
    Broome instrumental guitarists, Desert Child combine latin, soul and groove they have performed in Scotland, England, Indonesia, California and live on BBC in the UK. Guy Ghouse and Damian Watkiss are an established national festival circuit duo and have supported artists such as James Morrisson, Willie Nelson and The Cruel Sea. Their intricate guitar work, warm grooves and innate sense of fun create a world class performance.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Friday
    7 February
    8.00pm
    Margarita Villa Margarita Villa with Universal Guitars

    Flamenco!
    Experience the power and passion of Flamenco dance and the art of castanet playing. World class Flamenco dancer Margarita Villa and Universal Guitars are in their second year of collaboration and back with another stunning show. Universal Guitars are specialists in classic and contemporary genres with Flamenco flavours. This dynamic trio will offer a performance of works by famous Spanish composers including Albeniz, Bizet and Manuel de Falla.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Saturday
    8 February
    8.00pm
    Ensemble Yonin No Kai

    Ensemble Yonin No Kai
    international act
    Founded in 1957, the Ensemble Yonin No Kai is comprised of four award-winning traditional Japanese musicians. The ensemble has given concerts in 41 countries, including those held at festivals from Vienna to Edinburgh. Playing traditional Japanese instruments including shakuhachi (flute), shamisen (banjo) and koto (zither), Ensemble Yonin No Kai has beautifully transformed the traditional sounds into innovative and contemporary Japanese music.

    Tickets are complimentary and available from the Japanese Consulate. Phone 9480 1800.
    Limited seating & door tickets.

    Sunday
    9 February
    2.00pm
    Ensemble Yonin No Kai

    Ensemble Yonin No Kai
    international act
    Founded in 1957, the Ensemble Yonin No Kai is comprised of four award-winning traditional Japanese musicians. The ensemble has given concerts in 41 countries, including those held at festivals from Vienna to Edinburgh. Playing traditional Japanese instruments including shakuhachi (flute), shamisen (banjo) and koto (zither), Ensemble Yonin No Kai has beautifully transformed the traditional sounds into innovative and contemporary Japanese music.

    Tickets are complimentary and available from the Japanese Consulate. Phone 9480 1800.
    Limited seating & door tickets.

    Friday
    14 February
    8.00pm
    Strictly Bellydance Strictly Bellydance

    one night in a red tent
    Cloaked in exotic silks and jewels, the dancers of "Belyssa & Desert Fire" bring to life the powerful treasures of the middle east. Belyssa is one of Australia's premiere artistes of danse orientale and will surprise audiences with a daring performance of dance emotions and body fire on Valentines Day. Special Guest dancers and musicians will bring you an exotic symphony of the senses. Come in your own red finery and enjoy the complimentary Persian delicacies.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $14, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $12
    Members Tickets @ $10


    Saturday
    15 February
    8.00pm
    Mike Pignéguy & Friends Mike Pignéguy & Friends

    presented by JAZZWA
    Fresh from performing his monumental work CY O'Connor at the recent Fremantle International Jazz Festival; Mike will be presenting a special evening featuring other top-class local musicians. Pignéguy is widely recognised as one of the local jazz scene's leading talents and has performed in Europe, USA, Indonesia and New Zealand. A great opportunity to see some of WA's finest jazz talent in a perfect setting.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Sunday
    16 February
    2.00pm
    Ross Daly Ross Daly Lecture/Demonstration

    music of greece
    A rare opportunity to gain insight into the fascinating world of the modal musical traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean. Geared towards musicians and music lovers, Daly who is performing at the Watershed for PIAF will present the history, unique scales and instruments in the traditional music of Crete, Greece, Turkey, Arab Nations, Transcaucasia and Central Asia. As he lectures, the musicians demonstrate on the various instruments, with time for questions.
    Concession $15
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    For concession - choose member ticket.
    Tickets at the Door $20
    Presale Tickets @ $20
    Members or Concession Tickets @ $15


    Friday
    21 February
    8.00pm
    Dom Mariani and Majestic Kelp Dom Mariani and Majestic Kelp

    surfs up
    A new album set to be released in early 2003 sees the return of Dom Mariani, lead vocalist of legendary Perth outfit the Stems. With his new instrumental combo "Majestic Kelp", Dom is set to make another mark on the local and international scene. The soon to be released "Underwater Casino" soundtrack, is a collection of tunes inspired by a coastal town lifestyle and a lifelong desire to bring these personal feelings to soul searchers and mood merchants alike.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12 , so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Saturday
    22 February
    6.00pm
    Araluen Botanic Park KULCHA World Music Concert at Araluen Botanic Park


    Araluen Botanic Park is a Western Australian treasure. Thousands of people each year experience their famous garden displays, see flowing streams, delightful bush walks and picnic spots. In February you can enjoy a fabulous night of world music on the lawns of the park featuring the high-energy of Tok Pan Tok and Ziggy Bey Jan. A sausage sizzle and light refreshments will be available at the venue. Further information at the Araluen website
    Araluen is located at 362 Croyden Road, Rolystone.
    Adults $20 and Children $10.
    Bookings may be made by phoning 9496 1171.

    Saturday
    22 February
    8.00pm
    Multi - Kulti Multi - Kulti

    world music DJ's
    A world music dance night at KULCHA to get you moving, shaking and chillin'. DJ Ulli (Host of Roots & Branches world music program 107.9FM ) will collaborate with ambient masters Wunjo - Geordie Batey, viola and Trent Humphreys, dulcimer. Together they will create an infectious mix of live world music.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $5, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $5
    Members Tickets @ $5


    Thursday
    27 February
    8.00pm
    Brendan Power Brendan Power

    international harmonica
    Brendan Power has recorded with Sting, Van Morrison, Paul Young, Shirley Bassey, Desree and Mary Black. His passion is playing traditional music on the harmonica. He won the 1993 All Ireland Title, and subsequently recorded a CD entitled New Irish Harmonica. His fresh approach virtually redefined the role of the harmonica in traditional Irish music, and the album won critical praise: Folk Roots magazine picked it as one of their top albums, while the Irish Times described Power as a "master player" and the album as "electrifying".
    Brendan will be performing with Australian master of percussion Greg Sheehan and Luke O'Neil on guitar, together they present strong melodies, earthy rhythms, hip arrangements and plenty of improvisation.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $16, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $14
    Members Tickets @ $12


    Friday
    28 February
    8.00pm
    Gypsy Masala Gypsy Masala

    indian flamenco
    Gypsy Masala is Tim Andrew on Flamenco guitar, Anthony Lindhjem on Bass and Pranjal Bora on Tabla. Together they present a creative mix of Flamenco, Gypsy and Indian rhythm that is proving to be a serious world music style with a distinctive character and flavour. Gypsy Masala toured India in 2002 and have returned to Australia energised from these influences and experiences.
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    A single $2 booking fee applies
    One members ticket only per individual membership
    Bankwest cardholders at member price
    Tickets at the Door $12, so Book Now!
    Presale Tickets @ $10
    Members Tickets @ $8


    Doors open 30 mins before show time
    Licensed Premises - No BYO
    A range of delicious snacks available
    Kulcha, 1st Floor, 13 South Terrace (corner Collie Street, above the Dome) Fremantle
    PO Box 538 Fremantle Western Australia 6160
    Phone 9336 4544 Fax 9336 4463
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