2010 Free Concerts Programme
Presented by Brisbane Metropolitan Bands Inc
Bands in Parks Initiative proudly supported by Brisbane City Council

AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER Programme – all concerts will commence at 2:30pm.

15 August 2010
LEGENDS OF SWING featuring Sunnybank Brass conducted by Louisa Smith.  Enjoy the beautiful surrounds of Newstead Park and a sparkling concert of swing music with a repertoire from the giants of the swing era including Glenn Miller, Count Bassie and Duke Ellington.  P.S.  Don’t forget to bring folding chair/picnic rug.

19 September
ALL THAT JAZZ featuring Windsor Brass conducted by Michael Purtle.  Newstead House will come alive to the sounds of brass with a focus on music from the 1920s and 30s.  Enjoy an exciting selection of music from tango to swing to jazz.  P.S.  Don’t forget to bring folding chair/picnic rug.

17 October                Details to be announced
21 November           Details to be announced

The Friends of Newstead present
"A Spring Affaire"
Sunday 29 August 2010
Newstead House open from 12 noon to 5pM

Happy Birthday Newstead House!  Help celebrate the 164th birthday of Brisbane’s oldest historic domestic residence … and enjoy a complimentary slice of birthday cake.

Mandolins in Brisbane – Queensland’s premier mandolin musicians will entertain visitors with a free performance at 2.30pm.

Take a step back in time as you wander through the rooms of Newstead House and enjoy the fragrance of Spring floral arrangements courtesy of members of the Queensland Council of Garden Clubs.

Be tempted by the delicious array of products on sale at the Homemade Goodies Stall.

Let members of the Queensland Herb Society show you how to make Tussie Mussies and answer your questions on how to successfully grow herbs.

Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Tea while relaxing on the verandahs of Newstead House overlooking nearby Brisbane River and Breakfast Creek.

To obtain further information please email Newstead House at newstead@gil.com.au or telephone Pam on 07 3369 2507.