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Shelly Brown will sing at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery, Ballina, on Sunday, August 14. Photo contributed
Shelly Brown will sing at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery, Ballina, on Sunday, August 14. Photo contributed

Northern Rivers Community Gallery is raising funds to support its travelling exhibition program – in the nicest possible way.

A few dollars changes hands and you get to hear one of the best jazz voices on the Northern Rivers – Shelly Brown – in a special show at the gallery itself this coming Sunday, August 14.

It’s said you should experience Shelly’s mesmerising vocals at least once in your life –and those who have keep coming back for more.

Shelly’s jazz band features stunning rhythm and deep groove. The set will build from intimate and poetic to a powerfully heartfelt alchemy of soul music.

Shelly’s band for this performance will be the amazing Thierry Fossemalle on bass, the powerful Pete Wilkins on drums, and the delightful Dan Brown on keys.

Shelly Brown in concert
Northern Rivers Community Gallery,
44 Cherry Street, Ballina, Sunday August 14, 4pm.
Tickets: $40 pp. Prepayment is essential to secure your tickets, available online from
nrcgballina.com.au.

 

 


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