Sydney’s City Recital Hall has announced 01 | 23, the first part of its inaugural 2023 season, running from 19 January to 24 March. The program launches the performance space as Australia’s first commercial venue with a 360-degree sound system, described by Perth Festival artist Björk as “the most gorgeous sound I have ever heard in a room”. 

“City Recital Hall was purpose-built for sound. The venue is already renowned as being one of the best sounding classical spaces in the world. This provides an amazing foundation for us to create elevated contemporary music experiences for local audiences through both considered and inclusive curation and cutting-edge production,” said Director of Programming Stuart Rogers.

“As a curator, I’m driven to present artists who connect deeply with audiences, and I’ve seen or worked with each of the artists represented in our inaugural season.”

In a collaboration with Sydney Festival, the season opens with Emma Donovan & Paul Grabowsky. The pair reunite to deliver a program of gospel and country music,...