While Australia recently discovered the singing siblings Cecilia and Gabe Brandolini through TV’s The Voice, local audiences have enjoyed their performances for years. With barely any standing room, the pair had over 500 people in the palm of their hand on Saturday night at the Mullumbimby Civic Centre. Photos Eve Jeffery
Standing room only for Gabe and Cecilia
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