Corangamite Music Festival – Back for Round Two!

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After the success of the inaugural festival, the Corangamite Music Festival returns on Saturday 7 February 2026 at the Theatre Royal, Camperdown.

Enjoy a full day of live music featuring talented performers connected to Corangamite Shire. From rock and country to punk and show tunes, there’s something for everyone!

The Corangamite Music Festival will showcase a variety of performers from the Corangamite region, from youth right through to seniors performing a wide range of genres.

Performance times:

10.00am - Band O’Coots
10.35am - Joy in the Passenger Seat
11.10am - Corangamite Artscape launch
11.25am - Elijah Brown
12.00pm - Aidan Vellejo
12.35pm - Lisztomania
1.10pm  - Mikhaell
1.50pm  - Tommy Harrold
2.30pm  - 
Flamin’ 80s
3.10pm  - Bill Gray
3.45pm  - The Rainbirds
4.20pm  - 
Geoff Townsend and Noah Sycopoulis

Free entry – family-friendly, alcohol-free event. Refreshments available for purchase on-site.

Coffee van will be in attendance throughout the event.

Camperdown Lions Club will host a barbecue from 11am to 2pm.

Save the date and stay tuned for the lineup!

This event is proudly supported by Creative Victoria through the 10,000 Gigs: Victorian Gig Fund.

Please note we will not be taking applications from refreshment or other vendors for this event.

 

About the performers

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Aidan Vellejo

Aidan is a local 15-year-old performer playing a dynamic setlist of all-time favourites, utilising an acoustic guitar and live looping.

You can hear inspirations in his style ranging from the soft tones of Ed Sheeran to the raw grit of Green Day.

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Bill Gray

A seasoned live performer with over 10 years on stage.

From Tamworth to Mildura Country Music Festivals and touring America with Carnival Cruise Lines, he delivers high-energy country hits and pub classics, creating unforgettable sing-along moments wherever he plays.

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Elijah Brown

Elijah Brown is an 18-year-old singer and guitarist.

Connecting with the community through music, he performs a wide range of songs from timeless classics to modern favourites.

Blending old and new, he brings fresh energy to every cover, aiming to create meaningful moments, shared experiences, and a genuine love for music with every performance.

 

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Flamin’ 80s

This band of 4 talented musicians was quite literally born to celebrate the halcyon decade of Australian rock music, the 1980’s.

This is simply because each of them were there, honing their musical skills in the gritty pub rock scene of the time.

They don’t just understand this music, its ingrained in their DNA and they have carried the flame ever since.

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Lisztomania

Lisztomania is an exciting young group from southwest Vic that promises an energy filled show and a sound you won’t forget.

With a mix of classic covers and originals ranging from a sharp grunge sound to pop rock, there’s something for everyone to enjoy with these incredible girls.

Image: Rodney Harris Photography

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Mikhaell

Mikhaell is an African artist from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

His music stems from his life experience and serves as a means for growth and expression.

His art is an inviting call for everyone to delve deep and explore life, a powerful force that unites us as we are all part of one family.

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The Rainbirds

The Rainbirds are Karl and Karen Emily Redlich, a father-daughter duo based in the Corangamite area. 

The Rainbirds are versatile performers, featuring Emily's strong vocals backed by Karl's guitar and harmonies.

They play a range of popular favourites including country, blues and rock.

 

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Tommy Harrold

I’m a singer songwriter and have been playing piano since I was five. 

I am both Jazz and classically trained and at around the age of 13 I began writing my own Pop/rock music and have worked for Carnival as a Piano Man. 

My music is a love child of Elton John, Queen and Rachmaninoff.

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Band O’Coots

The Band O’Coots formed to entertain locals with classic hits from the 50’s to today.

In just over a year, they’re made their mark on Colac’s music scene and beyond.

They are ready to bring the same energy and crowd-pleasing charm to your stage.

 

 

Geoff Townsend and Noah Sycopoulis

Geoff Townsend and Noah Sycopoulis, both solo musicians working around the shire, share a love of jazz and have recently become a duo to play some jazz.

Geoff sings, plays piano and guitar while Noah adds his guitar improvisation to their sound.

Together they perform familiar jazz classics with the aim of enjoying themselves.

 
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Joy In The Passenger Seat

Originally from Camperdown and now based in Warrnambool, Joy In The Passenger Seat creates folk‑pop music with calm, chill vibes.

She brings lived experience of mental health challenges to her songwriting, drawing on periods of hospital care that became pivotal to her creative journey.

A spiritual and artistic person, she is also writing a book about her life and works across multiple creative disciplines.

"Music has always brought me hope but I didn't know I could sing until I was 26 years old and I learnt guitar whilst I was in the mental health facility whilst I wrote 11 of the best songs I've written.

"Talking about hope, freedom, love and overcoming hard time. I hope you enjoy my music."

When

  • Saturday, 07 February 2026 | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Location

Camperdown Theatre Royal, 2 Bath Street, Camperdown, 3260, View Map

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