Relax and enjoy an early evening Cabaret on Magnetic Island in addition to our Festival favourites such as the Chefs in the North Dinner, Reef Talk and Young Families' Concert.

There is something for everyone and we look forward to seeing you at one
or more of these great events!

Chefs in the North Dinner
Thursday 28th July, 2011
6:30pm Jupiters Townsville

Held annually in July, the night before the opening of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, Chefs in the North has become one of the most sought after events in town.

The sixth annual Chefs in the North Dinner, held on the lawns of Jupiters Townsville under a spectacular marquee, will feature a tantalising degustation menu prepared by some of Australia's finest chefs. Enjoy an evening that highlights the best local produce accompanied by fine Australian wines.

Special chamber music performances programmed by Piers Lane showcasing Amy Dickson (Saxophone), Jack Liebeck (Violin), Victoria Sayles (Violin) and Piers himself, will also feature between courses.

The Chefs in the North Dinner is designed to tempt food and wine afficionados, Festival participants and corporate clients with an unforgettable night of fine food, wine and music.

Individual seats: $275
Tables of ten: $2,650

For bookings please contact the TicketShop on 1800 449 977 or visit https://www.patronbase.com/_AFCM/Productions.

Young Families' Concert
Saturday 6th August, 2011
10:00am Townsville Civic Theatre

Join some of our favourite Festival artists as they introduce young listeners to the wonderful world of chamber music! This year the Young Families' Concert will feature Victoria Sayles, Kees Boersma and Michael Collins performing Martin Wesley-Smith's "Pip!" as well as the beautiful voices of the Belgian Gardens State School Choir. Try the "Guessing Game" and look out for "Ferdinand the Bull"!

A creative and entertaining weekend activity for the whole family - not to be missed! For bookings, please complete the Booking Form or phone the TicketShop on 1800 449 977 or visit https://www.patronbase.com/_AFCM/Productions.

Reef Talk
Sunday 31st July, 2011
11:30am C2, Townsville Civic Theatre

The AFCM Reef Talk is a Festival highlight which showcases world-class scientists and some of our favourite Festival artists. This year, the Reef Talk will feature George Crumb's "Voice of the Whale" performed by Vernon Hill, Daniel de Borah and Julian Smiles. The Reef Talk is an intriguing, entertaining and informative session for all age groups.

For bookings, please complete the Booking Form or phone the TicketShop on 1800 449 977 or visit https://www.patronbase.com/_AFCM/Productions.

AFCM Winterschool
Performance Programme

AFCM Advanced Student Concert

Island Cabaret
Tuesday 2nd August, 2011 
8:00pm Peppers Blue on Blue Resort

Escape to Queensland's tropical Magnetic Island for an early evening Cabaret.

‘Maggie' is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and laid back atmosphere.

Take a journey through the great American Songbook with Sharny Russell and George Golla at Peppers Blue on Blue resort.

The Island trip costs $95 (A Res) or $85 (B Res) and the price includes the return ferry ticket to Peppers Resort.

For bookings, please complete the Booking Form or phone the TicketShop on 1800 449 977 or visit https://www.patronbase.com/_AFCM/Productions.

Sunferries Travel is Townsville and Magnetic Island's travel specialists. They offer a wide range of island and city accommodation options including 5 star waterfront resorts, self-contained apartments and bungalows. Discover the spectacular Magnetic Island with an extensive range of tours available for your visit - jump on board Maggie's own tall ship for a relaxing sunset sail, enjoy a delicious bush breakfast with the koalas at Bungalow Bay Koala Village, tour Magnetic Island at your leisure in a mini 4WD or indulge yourself at the luxurious Endota Spa at Nelly Bay.

Sunferries also provide the quickest link to Magnetic Island with a convenient ferry passenger service offering 19 services daily in air-conditioned comfort. A range of ticketing options are available for single, return and multiple trip tickets.

For more information about ferry or travel services, please contact the friendly Sunferries Travel team on 07 4726 0888 or visit http://www.sunferries.com.au/.

Library Chat
Monday 1st August, 2011 
1:00pm Flinders Street Library

‘Changing Popularity' - ABC Classic FM's Damien Beaumont chats with two eminent musicians, Diana McVeagh and Martin Wesley-Smith. They discuss "how public appreciation of performers and composers and their works changes as time goes on".

Cost: free

Bookings essential. For information phone 4727 9666 or book online at http://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/facilities/libraries/Pages/default.aspx.