We're excited for the lineup of artists we have as part of Community Christmas Carols 2022.
As winner on The Voice Season 9 in 2020, mentored by Kelly Rowland, Chris Sebastian captured the attention and the hearts of Australians nationwide, both for his incredible talent, and his gracious, likeable nature.
His progression through the show has showcased his diverse skill as a singer, musician and writer; the complete artist in his own right. Australian viewers have been drawn to him through not only his stunning vocals, but his trademark honest connection with his audience.
Chris Sebastian first found his voice and love for music at a very young age. This passion has never left him, and today Chris has honed his craftsmanship of songwriting alongside the industry’s best, writing for major artists and labels, and developing his own unique style.
The Quokkas are a musical mash-up unlike any other. They are a five-piece band of professional musicians from different cultural backgrounds and physical abilities. Their music celebrates all people and aims to help the next generations of Aussie children explore the whole world and its people.
"We are living proof that no matter your culture, appearance, ability or background, everyone can live their dream." - The Quokkas.
Find more more about each member of The Quokkas here.
James Morrison is, by anybody’s standard, a virtuoso in the true sense of the word.
Besides the trumpet, this multi-instrumentalist also plays trombone, piano, saxophone and double bass. At the age of six he started on piano, at seven he took up brass, at nine he formed his first band and at thirteen he was playing professionally. His international career developed just as quickly with a debut in the USA at the Monterey Jazz Festival at age sixteen.
Now 58, James Morrison’s career has included much more than just jazz…
He has recorded with The London Symphony Orchestra, rock legends INXS and the European Brass Ensemble, performed at the Royal Albert Hall for the BBC Proms, written the opening fanfare for the Olympic Games, played for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and for US Presidents Bush and Clinton. He has played classical trumpet at the Kremlin, broken a Guinness record conducting the world’s largest orchestra, was TV presenter on Top Gear Australia and in 2016 was a guest of President Obama at the White House.
He’s a pilot, rally driver, sailor, author and even an inventor…
Find out more about James Morrison here.
Jana is a diverse session vocalist and vocal contractor for various international brands that appear on radio, tv, film soundtracks, corporate events and private functions. Chances are, you probably have heard Jana's voice in an advertisement without ever knowing it! Her genre is from opera to jazz and ethereal film soundtracks. Jana has toured with Hans Zimmer and contracted the choir for the tour, recorded soundtracks for various artists for NRL Grand Finals, performed with OneRepublic, and appeared in the film Ladies in Black.
Jana's clients have included UN Women, AusGov, Spotify, McDonald's, Fetty Wap and Korn. She continues to perform at different venues around Australia including the Sydney Opera House, Town Hall, Parliament House, ANZ Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Rod Laver Arena, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Capitol Theatre and Palais Theatre.
...and she is also a former student of Avondale School. We couldn't be more proud of her.
Felix Quinn Band are a unique blend of talented musicians on the weekend and passionate teachers during the week! You will see Felix behind the IT Helpdesk at Avondale School and his wife, Quinn, teaching Digital Technology K-6. Mark and Tyson are both dynamic and gifted Music teachers at Avondale’s sister schools, Central Coast Adventist School and Macquarie College! It does not take much to realise that the Felix Quinn Band enjoy each others company off stage as much as they do on stage, and have been close friends for a long time. Their secret ingredient is taking a generous variety of hit songs from multiple decades and infusing them with their unique sound that is deeply rooted in RnB, Soul and Groove!
Felix Quinn Band will be our Carols Band joined by their amazing friends as they lead us in singing our Christmas favorites!
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