Acapelicans Reimagine First Take by Roberta Flack by The Coolroom at The Northern Arts Hotel

Acapelicans present a one-night-only reimagination of Roberta Flack's influential debut album 'First Take' at The Coolroom at the Northern Arts Hotel in Castlemaine. Featuring Sarah Liversidge on vocals and piano, Carl Pannuzzo on piano and vocals, Sime Nugent on guitar and vocals, and Tamara Murphy on double bass, the performance recreates the landmark jazz album in its entirety with sparse instrumentation to highlight its sensitive songs. This special event on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:45 PM AEST commemorates Roberta Flack following her recent passing. Held in an intimate venue known for active listening experiences in jazz and folk, it offers a unique tribute to one of the most acclaimed jazz recordings of all time.