An afternoon of conviction, passion and integrity, up close and personal with stories and song in an intimate, historic setting.

DAVID BRIDIE

An intimate afternoon with the sensational David Bridie. Audiences know Bridie from "My Friend The Chocolate Cake" and "Not Drowning, Waving" as well as his acclaimed solo albums and soundtracks for film. A voice of conviction, passion and integrity, this is Bridie up close and personal, performing solo with piano. Stories and song. The stunning surrounds of the Glebe Town Hall is the perfect setting for this very special show featuring songs from his recent albums "Wake" and "Take The Next Illusionary Exit". Not to be missed!

FRED SMITH :

Over the last 10 years Fred Smith has emerged as one of Australia's most remarkable artists. Songwriter, comedian, journalist and radio broadcaster, he is the subject of an "Australian Story" documentary about his work through music in Afghanistan and conflict zones in the South Pacific. Fred presents his material with an engaging humour and a wry smile that has won hearts at festivals in Australia and North America. He will be playing songs from his back catalogue and his new album "Home", the follow up to his acclaimed 2011 release, "Dust of Uruzgan", which earned him comparisons to Australian songwriting greats Eric Bogle, John Schumann, and Don Walker.

Common Eclectic is a monthly musical showcase that flirts with intimate performances of comedy, music and magic, Indie artists, chamber opera, gypsy jazz or a twist on a string ensemble. A musical taster to whet the senses.

Our performance series runs from February to November, what you'll see and hear is an eclectic selection of music and musicians. Our program is dynamic, much like the artists we are working with. It's an eclectic bunch, flowing from jazz grooves, epic folk music, a touch of classical to sound art and soundscapes in the beautifully restored Glebe Town Hall

Artists include the Crooked Fiddle Band, Spyglass Gypsies, Stephen Adam, Clocks & Clouds, David Bridie, Fred Smith, Mic Conway & Robbie Lang, Hinterlandt Ensemble, Daniel Weltlinger, Simon Lobelson and more.

For more info visit www.placesandspaces.com.au

Artist websites

http://www.davidbridie.com/
The Centre Cannot Hold" : http://youtu.be/i3PTKEoYwhA
Dr Seuss is Painting in the Sky" : http://youtu.be/VM_t9FrU8Ww
http://www.fredsmith.com.au
Going Home" http://youtu.be/eIqTd_COTe4