These festival favourites are from many genres including country, classical, blues and flamenco, and are highlights in the 2023 program.
Freya Josephine Hollick and Alana Jagt
Thursday 13 July, 9pm
Space Theatre
Cosmic Country Queen, Freya Josephine Hollick, and South Australia's stormy folk-rock sensation Alana Jagt display their stunning song writing and powerful vocals in the festival’s intimate club series. Savour their rich sounds in an atmosphere as inviting as their music.
Antoine Boyer & Yeore Kim with special guest Kathleen Halloran
Sunday 16 July, 5pm
Dunstan Playhouse
Dive into an evening of genre-defying music at the Adelaide Guitar Festival with Antoine Boyer and Yeore Kim in their exclusive Australian debut. Kicking off the night is Kathleen Halloran off the back of her debut release, putting her talents as a vocalist, songwriter, and extremely talented guitarist on display.
Paco Lara Quartet: Duende
Sunday 16 July, 7:30pm|
Space Theatre
The Adelaide Guitar Festival will end with a festival finale flamenco fiesta! Paco Lara returns to Adelaide, with his spirited new album Duende. Authentic flamenco, cultural fusion. "Magnificently entertaining" - City News. This new performance promises a unique blend of cultures, imagination, and the fervour of flamenco. A terrific way to finish the festival!
Joseph Tawadros with special guest Connor Whyte
Friday 14 July, 7:30pm
Dunstan Playhouse
Join acclaimed oud maestro Joseph Tawadros for a rare, intimate solo performance, also featuring a sparkling recital from Connor Whyte, winner of the 2022 Adelaide International Classical Guitar Competition.
Melbourne Guitar Quartet and Adelaide Guitar Festival Orchestra
Saturday 15 July, 5pm
Dunstan Playhouse
Experience the captivating Melbourne Guitar Quartet and the stunning sonic tapestry of the Adelaide Guitar Festival Orchestra in a special ensemble event
Chris Finnen and Gwyn Ashton
Friday 14 July, 9pm
Space Theatre
South Australian blues legends, Chris Finnen and Gwyn Ashton, share the bill in a night of world-class blues and roots. Gwyn Ashton's solo swamp rockin’ boogie 'n' blues starts the show, followed by a special set from Chris Finnen and his blazing band, reflecting his restless musical curiosity and brilliant feel.
More information from the 2023 Adelaide Guitar Festival edition of WeekendPlus:
- Welcome to the 2023 Adelaide Guitar Festival
- Adelaide Guitar Festival - Free Events
- The Adelaide Guitar Festival welcomes international artists for the first time since 2018
- Celebrate the beauty and passion of flamenco with Colours of Spain
- Gwyn Ashton: South Australia’s King of Blues
- Paco Lara: South Australia’s Champion of Flamenco
- Metal meets the Adelaide Guitar Festival
- Adelaide’s Rising Star of Classical Guitar
- Special offers: Discounts for three riveting shows & Winter School registration
- Competitions: Enter for a chance to win tickets to one of three shows!
