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A quadraphonic sound experience that puts the body at the centre.

A trailblazer in the Australian music scene, acclaimed violinist and composer Xani Kolac seamlessly traverses the realms of jazz, rock, electronic, folk, and dance/pop with her distinctive sound. Awarded Best Musician at the 2022 Music Victoria Awards, Xani is renowned for her daring approach to contemporary violin playing, blending electronic effects pedals, live looping, and improvisation with fearless finesse and an infectious sense of joy.

In an Australian premiere, Xani’s latest work Stamina, is a quadraphonic sound experience that delves into the intricate workings of the human body. Deeply immersive, this performance invites listeners to engage with the music in a dynamic and interactive environment, blurring the lines between sound, movement, and space. As all genres of music embrace and explore the intersection of art and technology, Stamina offers a curious and provocative approach to the live music experience.

‘We experience our whole lives inside a body, and yet we have very little understanding of what is going on in our organs, in our muscles and in our veins on a daily basis. This can cause anxiety, surprise, and curiosity. Everything that life throws at us leaves a mark on our bodies. This new work puts the body at the centre.’ – Xani Kolac

Praise for Xani Kolac

‘Xani’s latest performance provided her audience with an imaginative experience that was both aural and visual.’ – Australian Jazz

‘It gives me faith in life and art to know that there are artists like Xani who are out there continuing to stretch the limits of everything they touch.’ – Divide and Conquer

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Artist

Xani Kolac amplified violin, electronic effects pedals, live looping, vocals

Series

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