Contact
For more information phone 9367 9359 or email Katie Bell on katieb@lmc.nsw.gov.au
History of Acoustica
Acoustica began in 2005 with a goal to create an urban folk and Acoustic music event because there is simply nothing like in Sydney. Since Balmain has the largest per capita group of creative residents than any other part of this city it was the perfect place to begin this new music tradition.
The first event proved the theory. What a success an estimated 7,000 people came and picnicked or savoured some of the wonderful food that was on offer on still balmy night under a full moon. Mared by inclement weather over the years, Acoustica did see a rise in popularity with over 4,500 - 7,000 attending in 2008, and up to 2,000 attending despite set in rain in 2009.
About Us
Acoustica was run by a small, dedicated committee:
Katie Bell – Acoustica Producer
Katie has experience in a variety of event styles from music festivals to charity fundraisers as well as functions, conferences and weddings. She has previously worked with another Local Councils in the Sydney area on large outdoor events such as Australia Day and Chinese New Year. Katie is Leichhardt Council’s Community Events Coordintor and runs many events and works with the community’s events throughout the year.
2009 was Katie’s 2nd Acoustica
Damian Cobley-Finch
Damian is a psychologist and former part time music promoter who also ran a program on 2SER – Oz Focus – for 15 yrs. While on Leichhardt Council (2004 – 2008), he came up with the concept for Acoustica. He continues to be on the organizing committee. He can be contacted at Damianc@bigpond.net.au
2009 was Damian’s 5th Acoustica
Jim Conway – Acoustica Artistic Director
Jim is a well known performer and very experienced within the music industry. Jim acted as Artistic Director for all 5 years of Acoustica, sourcing acts from music festivals he attended around the country. His connections provided a rich variety of performers and musical styles to the event over the years.
Jim resigned from the Acoustica committee in November 2009 when the event was no longer continuing in it's original format.
Cassi Plate
Cassi Plate is a writer, curator and former ABC Broadcaster (Triple Jay and Radio National). She is a Greens Councillor on Leichhardt Municipal Council.
2009 was Cassi’s 1st Acoustica
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