$35 (includes dinner + music)
Location: Wellbeing Centre, Chenrezig Institute
Join us for Soul Food & Soundscapes, a nourishing evening of connection, music, and community held on the last Saturday of each month in the stunning Wellbeing Centre at Chenrezig Institute.
The evening begins with a wholesome vegetarian soul food dinner served at Lama Yeshe’s Big Love Café from 5:00–6:00pm, followed by a beautifully curated night of live music showcasing some of the best artists.
Evening Schedule:
🎶 6:15–7:15pm – Set 1
🍰 7:15–7:45pm – Intermission: Enjoy our famous Big Love Chai and homemade cakes
🎵 7:45–8:15pm – Closing Set
Support local musicians and help grow a conscious, heart-centered community. Whether you're here for the music, the food, or the shared energy, this is a space to relax, reflect, and reconnect.
Tickets: $35 – Includes dinner and entry to the music event.
Spaces are limited—book early to avoid missing out.
April Featured Musician:
Phil Barlow
With a soulful voice that empowers and inspires, Phil Barlow is a dynamic artist known for his versatile performances. Blending heartfelt healing songs with uplifting roots rock, he captivates audiences at both intimate gatherings and festivals. A passionate advocate for wellness, Phil also uses his music as a powerful tool for self-discovery and transformation. He will soon release his new music healing and meditation app, 'Peace Mind Music', which aims to support others in overcome challenging emotions and enjoy higher states of consciousness.
UPCOMING ARTISTS *
UPCOMING ARTISTS *
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Saturday 31 May
ANDREA KIRWIN
Andrea's original music has been influenced by her childhood growing up in Townsville as the daughter of a Fijian Preacher and her gospel roots can be felt in her vocal style. A lover of acoustic folk and soul, Andrea's originals use melodies and arrangements that form a lasting impression on the listener and wax and wane between Easy listening tunes and high energy songs. She often performs solo or as a duo with her wife Claire Evelynn on the Celtic Harp and currently is performing as her 13 piece Folk/Funk/World Fusion big band The Yama-Nui Social Club at select Festivals as well.
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Saturday 28 June
GEORGIA COROWA
Georgia Corowa, Bundjalung, Kuungkari and South Sea is a singer, songwriter, musician and performing artist, based on the island of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island).
Raised with love, music, and the saltwater, Georgia’s musical style resonates with relaxed, soulful, and heartfelt tones. Georgia’s soulful sound and unique storytelling have captivated audiences both nationally and internationally. She has supported and shared the stage with renowned artists like Emma Donovan, Deline Briscoe, Fred Leone, Xavier Rudd, Katie Noonan and David Bridie.
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Saturday 26 July
JOSH LOVEGROVE
An experienced singer, songwriter and live looping artist, Josh Lovegrove has a profound ability to bring his audience into the present moment and crack open their minds and hearts. Through his music, Josh quickly brings a sense of community to crowds, and connection amongst strangers
With a passion for storytelling and creating intimate performance spaces, Josh’s stage show is complemented by his extensive looping setup to create a tantalising soundscape of groove, musicality, and harmony supporting his unmistakable vocal styling that crosses the boundaries of all genre.
