Details

Additional show announced due to popular demand! An evocative journey through Aboriginal language and sublime modern production.

Experience ancient Aboriginal language and sublime modern production as Yirinda invoke the sounds of thousands of generations of story and culture. A collaboration between acclaimed artists, Butchulla songman Fred Leone, and contrabassist Samuel Pankhurst, witness what critics have lauded as a ‘cinematic, sumptuous bridge from past to present and beyond’ (The Guardian). Having captivated listeners at Vivid Festival, Golden Plains, and Mona Foma, the duo takes listeners on an evocative journey as they traverse language, culture, and conventions of Western music.

Performing their stunning single, ‘Yuangan (Dugong)’ from their self-titled debut album, the duo reinterprets a hunting and migratory song of the Butchulla people from the Fraser Coast region. Originally recorded in approximately 1960, this work is preserved by the University of Queensland Anthropology Museum.

A soul stirring, string-led experimental composition, Yirinda seamlessly blends ambient soundscapes and classical elements with traditional language in an unmissable performance.

Praise for Yirinda

‘…a cinematic, sumptuous bridge from past to present and beyond.’ – The Guardian

Listen on Spotify

Caring for Our Community

Melbourne Recital Centre is committed to the safety of our artists, staff and patrons. A range of public health, hygiene and physical distancing measures are currently in place. Click here to learn more.

Artists

Fred Leone Vocals/Didge/Guitar
Sam Pankhurst Double bass/Vocals/Glockenspiel/Nagra
Richie Daniell Percussion/SPD SX
Erik Griswold Keyboards/Ableton