Join us for an enchanting evening where the magic of live music and the joy of community converge. After opening our hearts with a grounding Cacao ceremony, the night will feature soul-stirring live performances from Melbourne's musical maestros Isabel Rumble and Dan Cully, before weaving into the night with a love-filled and lively DJ set curated by DJ Chakaruna aka Patty McDonald. Held by the homely setting of Centre of You, it's an opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and others through the power of music and community.
What to expect:
The evening begins with us gathering in circle and sharing ceremonial Cacao, steeped in the traditions of indigenous culture. Patty has brought this sacred practice back from his time in Guatemala, and is honoured to support us to drop deeper into the layers of magic that are available for the rest of the evening.
Shortly after the Cacao, we will be immersed in the soul healing vibrations of a mix of sacred instruments such as the didgeridoo, native American flute and more.
We will then be graced by the live performances of two remarkable musicians. First, witness the emergence of a new voice in Australian music, Isabel Rumble. Her captivating performances invite you on a reflective journey through the intricacies of love, longing, and hope, highlighted by selections from her debut album *Bird Be Brave*. Isabel's set promises to be a cocoon of musical introspection, earning her a nomination for Folk Alliance Australia’s Contemporary Folk Album of the Year 2023.
After Isabel's heart-warming set, we will be immersed in the soulful vibes of roots artist Dan Cully. As a one-man band, Dan delivers a mesmerizing blend of guitar, vocals, didgeridoo, harmonica, and foot percussion, creating a rich tapestry of sounds that resonate deep within. Fresh from his tours in regional Victoria and Tasmania, Dan will share his earthy, heartfelt magic and will also share his latest single, “Changes”.
The night concludes with an enlivening social DJ set from the enigmatic DJ Chakaruna (Patty McDonald). This final act is a celebration of light and joy, offering attendees the choice to dance into the night or mingle and connect with the other beautiful humans that have gathered in community.
About your musicians:
Isabel Rumble - @isabel.rumble
Isabel Rumble is a burgeoning talent in the Australian music scene, known for her ability to weave intricate tales of the heart with her melodious voice. Through her debut album *Bird Be Brave*, Isabel invites her audience into a reflective musical journey, earning acclaim and a nomination for Folk Alliance Australia’s Contemporary Folk Album of the Year 2023. Her songs invite listeners into a cocoon of reflection on the subtleties of love, longing and hope.
Dan Cully - @dancully_music
Dan Cully is a widely respected virtuoso of roots music and beyond, captivating audiences nationwide with his one-man band performances. Blending guitar, vocals, didgeridoo, harmonica, and foot percussion, Dan creates a unique sound that touches the soul and connects with the earth. His latest work, “Changes,” showcases his talent for crafting music that is as profound as it is heartfelt, promising a performance that is both grounding and uplifting. The echoes of Dan's music will remain in your heart long after the evening has concluded.
DJ Chakaruna (Patty McDonald) - @ pattymac.truth
Patty is passionate about helping people open their hearts and find bliss in the full spectrum of the human experience. Chakaruna means "Bridge Person" in the Quechua language - the music is here to provide a bridge for you into new ways of connecting with your self, with each other and with the world around you. He has honed his craft learning from some of the world's best organic music producers such as Mose, Scott Nice, ATYYA and Melbourne's own Temple Step Project. He was also humbled to learn about Cacao plant magic in Guatemala and is honoured to share this with our community.
Things to note:
Ticket cost is $50.00 if purchasing at the door on the night of event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with though feel free to bring any personal items that may afford you a sense of greater comfort and familiarity.
You will be invited to sit/lay upon the floor so loose clothing that enables easeful, light movement and deep breathing will serve you most supportively. There are chairs available should you need or desire one.
Notice of photography/videography: This event will be captured for the purpose of future marketing material to support the endeavours of those delivering it. If you do not wish to have your identity captured, yet still wish to join, please let yourself be known at the door so that your choice can be noted and honoured.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE BOOKING YOUR TICKET - NO REFUND POLICY
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram. Please respect this policy and refrain from contacting Dan or Grace with requests to manage the selling of your ticket. Their focus will be upon the production of the event.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $45.00