The Tasmanian celebration of all things vocal returns with a host of performers from Australia and overseas. Traditional and contemporary works rub shoulders with cabaret and educational workshops, while headline acts include Hobart-based vocal ensemble JESSA performing contemporary classical repertoire at the Port Arthur Asylum, and vocal works setting words by Australian writers performed by AVÉ alongside polyphony by Bach and Victoria. This year’s Classical Choral Workshop concentrates on Handel, culminating in a concert featuring his Dixit Dominus, performed by the 120 singers of the Festival’s Classical Choral Workshop, and Zadok the Priest, performed by the Come Sing Handel Choir.

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Get ready for the wildest, most interactive singalong of your life with Australia’s favourite piano man, Dr Trevor Jones.

This is no ordinary piano bar – you decide the setlist! You’ll receive a link to vote for the top ten songs of the event. The first half is an anything‑goes vibe, where you can warm up those vocal cords and send your song requests Trevor’s way. Then it’s the final countdown as he performs the audience’s top ten choices in a high‑energy, karaoke‑style showdown.