2026 Summer Library Sessions
Experience intimate performances from some of Australia’s most captivating artists, from heartfelt songwriting circles to genre-bending blues and lush three-part harmonies and all in the warm, welcoming space of our St Kilda Library.
Sing a Song of Sixpence featuring Delsinki, Brooke Taylor, and Joyce Prescher
Wednesday 10 December 6 pm to 7 pm St Kilda Library
Experience an evening of live music “in the round” — a special format where three singer-songwriters sit together, take turns sharing their songs, and tell the stories behind them.
It’s part concert, part conversation, and a wonderful way to get up close with the creative process.
Brooke Taylor blends rock, blues, country, soul, and pop into her fiery brand of alt-country, delivering raw, rhythm-driven songs with searing vocals. She’s played major festivals across Australia, opened for iconic artists including Luka Bloom and Tex Perkins, and tours as part of Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission.
Delsinki, a genre-bending songwriter and producer, brings a unique vision of contemporary Australian life, weaving words and melodies with insight and heart. He’s also the creative force behind Sing a Song of Sixpence, a celebrated “in the round” series.
Joyce Prescher’s music is nostalgic yet fresh, drawing comparisons to Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, with her latest album Out of My Mind earning national chart success.
Hugo Race with Michelangelo Russo
Thursday 29 January 6 pm to 7 pm St Kilda Library
Hugo Race/Michelangelo Russo is a dynamic duo that delivers a unique blend of experimental blues and electronica.
Hugo Race, an Australian-born musician and producer, brings his haunting vocals and intricate guitar work to the table, while Michelangelo Russo, an Italian multi-instrumentalist, adds layers of psychedelic sounds with his electric harp and percussion skills.
Together, Race and Russo create a mesmerizing fusion of traditional blues elements with contemporary electronic beats, taking listeners on a sonic journey through different eras and genres. Their performances are known for their improvisational nature, making each show a one-of-a-kind experience. Hugo Race/Michelangelo Russo truly push the boundaries of what can be achieved in the realm of music.
The Faraway Three: Jack Howard, Alyce Platt, and Nicky Del Rey
Thursday 19 February 6 pm to 7 pm St Kilda Library
Jack Howard (Hunters & Collectors) has performed with Midnight Oil, The Violent Femmes, Rodriguez, The Living End and more. Alyce Platt, one of Australia’s most beloved TV stars (Sons And Daughters, Neighbours, Sale Of The Century), has spent 15 years performing with her Fish Shop Collective and releasing acclaimed records like Funny Little World. Nicky Del Rey, one of Melbourne’s finest guitarists, has played with Tex Perkins, Intoxica, The Cartridge Family, Monique Brumby and many others.
Together, Jack, Alyce and Nick bring decades of songwriting and performing experience to their new trio. They’ve collaborated for over ten years, weaving trumpet, electric and acoustic guitars, and three distinct voices into a warm, spacious sound. Their performances combine soul-searching lyricism, melodic hooks and gorgeous three-part harmonies, with Jack’s horn-driven punch, Alyce’s sophistication and Nick’s touch of country – delivering songs that are as powerful as they are intimate.
Accessibility
These sessions are FREE and you can book via the links above or by giving us a call.
These events are wheelchair accessible. If you require any additional needs to enjoy these events, please contact us so we can help accommodate.
Phone: (03) 9209 6655
Email: libprograms@portphillip.vic.gov.au