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SING
Creating opportunities for culturally diverse music to contribute to a richer, more inclusive Australia since 1979
Sing
The Boîte has been supporting Choirs since the 90s, regularly holding the Singers Festival, it has been remembered for The Boîte Millenium Chorus and holds choir sessions and support for those interested.
Music helps us individually and collectively with health benefits across all ages. Below are our educational projects where you can participate and learn through music whilst having fun and being a part of a wonderful community. For both the young and young at heart, why not enjoy and participate in the associated health benefits too!
Our full range of learning and educational resources for teachers and students is coming soon. Please register your interest using the form below and we will make sure you know when they're ready.
Upcoming Events
Sun, 27 AprThe Boîte presents Estudiantina of Melbourne with Special Guest Elsa Mouratidou /Church of All Nations27 Apr 2025, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pmChurch of All Nations, 180 Palmerston St, Carlton VIC 3053, AustraliaFor their April concert, Estudiantina of Melbourne is delighted to offer a special guest appearance from visiting singer Elsa Mouratidou. Immersed in the music of Greece, especially Smyrneika and Rebetika, the players joining her on stage will be Melbourne's own Estudiantina of Melbourne.
Fri, 16 May16 May 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmBox Hill, 470 Station St, Box Hill VIC 3128, AustraliaThe Brandon Lee Koto Ensemble joins forces with internationally renowned shakuhachi player, Anne Norman to presnet, Itotake（糸竹) featuring voice, shakuhachi, and koto ensemble, with a variety of works ranging from traditional to contemporary songs by Japanese and Australian composers.
Fri, 28 Mar28 Mar 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmMark St Hall, 1 Mark St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia30 years ago, Kavisha and Giri’s Commedia d’ell Arte group I Papaveri (The Poppies) and Le Gioie delle Donne (The Joys of the Women Choir) came from Western Australia to Mark St. North Fitzroy. This concert celebrates the anniversary of that exciting event.
Fri, 21 Mar21 Mar 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmMark St Hall, 1 Mark St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, AustraliaLiz, a double-bass caressing, song-writing chanteuse well known in the Australian folk music scene meets composer and guitarist Mastaneh Nazarian who has has been presenting work in various jazz and contemporary settings. Collaboration can lead to some of our most exciting musical moments!
Fri, 14 Mar14 Mar 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm1 Mark St, 1 Mark St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, AustraliaDignified Anger: Stories for a Perilous Now is the premiere collaboration of Jan 'Yarn' Wositzky and Penny Glass, performers and musicians who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to this dramatic, moving and comical piece of storytelling theatre.
08 Feb 2025, 2:30 pm – 12 Apr 2025, 4:30 pmCommunity Church of St Mark, 100 Hodgkinson St, Clifton Hill VIC 3068, AustraliaKrys Derwinski has been MGC's music director since January 2020. Krys is greatly respected musician, teacher and workshop leader deeply involved in Georgian music. Everyone is welcome to explore this unique Georgian repertoire with us.
Thu, 30 Jan30 Jan 2025, 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmChurch of All Nations, 180 Palmerston St, Carlton VIC 3053, AustraliaA virtuoso of diversity and sensitivity, Joseph Tawadros is known for his brilliant technique, deep musicianship, storytelling and joyous style of performance. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see Award winning Joseph Tawadros live in Melbourne!
Wed, 29 JanSonidos del Alma - Spanish Language Choir - Series 1, 2025 - Learn Spanish through Song /St Brigid's Parish Hall29 Jan 2025, 6:30 pm – 19 Mar 2025, 8:00 pmSt Brigid's Parish Hall, 378 Nicholson St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, AustraliaGet together in a fun, friendly environment to learn Spanish through song under the direction of Colombian singer-songwriter Iaki Vallejo. The choir is open to all levels, no experience required.
Mon, 09 Dec09 Dec 2024, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pmLa Mama MUSICA, 349 Drummond St, Carlton VIC 3053, AustraliaThe Boite and La Mama MUSICA have teamed up for an end of year party! A DOUBLE BILL featuring Rebetika ensemble Anatreptix and special guests TGK, performing their only side show in Naarm before the Woodford Folk Festival.
Sun, 01 DecBoite Voices: Maiem - Songs of the Torres Strait Islands | Wadawurrung Country | Ballarat /The Goods Shed Terminus Theatre
Sat, 30 NovBoite Voices: Maiem - Songs of the Torres Strait Islands | Melbourne Recital Centre /Melbourne Recital Centre30 Nov 2024, 7:00 pm – 8:20 pmMelbourne Recital Centre, 31 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006, AustraliaALWAYS LIVE and The Boîte present Maiem: Songs of the Torres Strait Islands, a massed choir performance featuring special guest CHRISTINE ANU (Melbourne show only) and led by Artistic Director Deb Lowah Clark and Choir Director Stella Savy.
Wed, 20 Nov
Fri, 15 Nov15 Nov 2024, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pmMelbourne Recital Centre, 31 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006, AustraliaBalinese gamelan meets electro-jazz fusion. Get ready for an electrifying evening as Balinese gamelan orchestra, Gamelan DanAnda, and electro-jazz-fusion band, Firetail, weave a vibrant tapestry of musical unity.
Sat, 09 Nov09 Nov 2024, 9:30 am – 10 Nov 2024, 5:30 pmKensington Town Hall, 30-34 Bellair St, Kensington VIC 3031, AustraliaThe Accordion Society of Australia (Victoria) in partnership with The Boite presents the 2024 Accordion Festival at Kensington Town Hall! Held across 2 days, there will be workshops and highly acclaimed artist performances!
Fri, 08 Nov08 Nov 2024, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmBox Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St, Box Hill VIC 3128, AustraliaFrench gypsy swing virtuosos La Mauvaise Réputation perform at Box Hill Community Arts Centre! The 3 piece are one of Australia’s most authentic interpreters of the wild rhythms and passion of 1930s Parisian hot jazz and the beautiful melodies of classic French chanson - sung en français, bien sûr.
Sat, 26 Oct
Fri, 25 Oct25 Oct 2024, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmMark St Hall, 1 Mark St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, AustraliaShaking the Tree is one of Naarm/Melbourne’s most vibrant and exciting choirs, full of heart, soul, and good fun! Joining them is Mana Duet, whose performance offers a deep connection to Persian heritage while providing a fresh and enriching experience.- Sat, 12 Oct12 Oct 2024, 2:30 pm – 30 Nov 2024, 4:30 pmCommunity Church of St Mark, 100 Hodgkinson St, Clifton Hill VIC 3068, AustraliaKrys Derwinski has been MGC's music director since January 2020. Krys is greatly respected musician, teacher and workshop leader deeply involved in Georgian music. Everyone is welcome to explore this unique Georgian repertoire with us.
Upcoming Sing Events
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