By Sonia Isaacs
AUDIENCES are in for an extraordinary musical adventure when four acclaimed multi-instrumentalists; Linsey Pollak, Greg Sheehan, Tunji Beier and Shenzo Gregorio unite for The Listening Sessions at Witta Hall on Sunday November 23 from 5pm.
Far from an ordinary concert, The Listening Sessions is a fully improvised journey where nothing is written, nothing is rehearsed, and everything unfolds in real time.
The only agreement between the artists is a single pitch to establish a drone that anchors their collective exploration.
From there, the music emerges as a living conversation between four seasoned improvisers who listen deeply to each other and respond in kind.
The result is an ever-evolving soundscape where rhythm, melody and silence intertwine.
Audiences are invited to let go of expectation, dissolve time, and simply experience the unfolding moment – a rare opportunity to hear music created from pure intuition and connection.
Each performer brings decades of experience and a wealth of global influence. Shenzo Gregorio, known for his virtuosic violin work, has performed at Carnegie Hall and festivals across five continents.
Linsey Pollak, Maleny based visionary musician, composer and instrument maker has toured worldwide, recorded over 40 albums, and inspired countless cross-cultural projects.
Greg Sheehan, one of Australia’s foremost percussion innovators, is celebrated for his “Rhythm Diamonds” system and his enduring influence on generations of musicians.
Completing the ensemble, Tunji Beier brings a deep mastery of Indian and African percussion, having studied under world-renowned teachers and performed with international greats including Zakir Hussain and Bill Cobham.
Together, these four artists promise a night of fearless creativity, deep listening and spontaneous brilliance.
The Listening Sessions takes place at Witta Hall, Old Witta School, 316 Witta Road, Witta, on Sunday November 23 at 5pm.
Tickets: www.events.humanitix.com/the-listening-sessions-witta
