Experience the Magic: Sydney Music Festival – Where Indian Tradition Meets Musical Excellence!

Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and melodies of the Sydney Music Festival, now celebrating its 16th year of captivating audiences with the rich tapestry of Indian classical music and dance. Organised by the Swara Laya Fine Arts Society, this two-day festival promises a cultural experience like no other.

Prepare to be enchanted by performances of renowned artists from India who will grace the stage with their exceptional talents. Artistes including Trichur Brothers, Abhishek Raghuram, S Mahathi, Palghat Ramprasad, Nirmala Rajasekar (Veena) JA Jayant (Flute) Rukmini Vijayakumar (Dance), Parshwanath Upadhye (Dance) and many more will be featured.

Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the world of Indian classical arts, the Sydney Music Festival offers something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable weekend of celebration, as we come together to enjoy the beauty and richness of this artistic tradition. Experience the magic of Indian culture and music like never before!

Ticketing Information

2 Day Pass Tickets

When purchasing a ‘2 Day Pass’ online, the system will automatically assign the best available seats for you. If you prefer to select your own seats, please contact our Box Office on 02 8839 3399, and our team will assist you in choosing your seats.

1 Day Ticket 

To purchase a ‘1 Day Ticket’, simply click on the ‘Buy 1 Day Ticket’ button at the top of the screen. You will then be able to select your preferred date and choose your own seats.

Child Ticket

When purchasing a ‘Child Ticket’, you will need to collect a wristband for your child on the day of the event. Please note that proof of age will be required. If proof of age is not provided, the ticket may need to be updated to an adult ticket and the extra cost will be charged.

Schedule

Click on the boxes to see the line-up of performers for each day

Day 1 (Sat 7 June 2025)

Morning Session

9:45 AM – Parshwanath Upadhye – “Suta Birth of Father” (Dance)
11:00 AM – Rukmini Vijayakumar – “Ishwara” (Dance)

Evening Session – from 1:30 PM

NJ Nandini (Vocal)
Nirmala Rajasekar (Veena)/ JA Jayant (Flute)
Abhishek Raghuram (Vocal)

Day 2 (Sun 8 June 2025)

Morning Session

9:45 AM – Christopher Gurusamy – “Vana Sancharam” (Dance)
11:00 AM – Harinie Jeevitha – “Varadarājam Upāsmahē” (Dance)

Evening Session – from 1:00 PM

Palghat Ramprasad (Vocal)
S Mahathi (Vocal)
Trichur Brothers (Vocal)


Accessibility

In English

Wheelchair accessible

Companion Card accepted

Assistive Hearing system available (FM)

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Additional Ticketing Information

$6.95 Transaction Fee applies.

The authorised ticket agency for this event is Riverside Theatres.

Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered reliable. If you purchase tickets from a non-authorised agency, you risk that these tickets are fake, void, or have previously been cancelled. Resale restriction applies.

Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. Children aged 0-18 months at the time of a performance may be seated on an adult’s lap free of charge. A valid ticket is required for all children over 18 months.

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