Riccardo Tesi and Giua Live in concert
Standard | $35
Please note, seating is unassigned and available on a first come first served basis.
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Celebrated Italian musicians Riccardo Tesi and Giua perform live in concert on a journey through songwriting, folk traditions, and evocative instrumental music.
This intimate, one‑night‑only concert brings together Riccardo and Giua, longtime friends and collaborators who blend their musical worlds into one powerful and emotional experience.
Giua’s warm, expressive voice and poetic songwriting blend seamlessly with Riccardoi’s masterful accordion, creating a sound that feels both deeply rooted in tradition and refreshingly modern.
Schedule
6.00pm Doors open
6.00pm - 7.00pm From Nonna with Love exhibition open for viewing. Café open with cash bar.
6.30pm Theatre doors open (Please note, seating is allocated on a first come first served basis)
7.00pm - 8.30pm Performance
9pm Event close
About the Artists
Riccardo Tesi is an internationally acclaimed accordionist and composer, celebrated for his innovative approach to Italian folk and world music. With over forty years of experience, he has recorded more than 25 albums and performed at major festivals across Europe, Australia, Canada and Japan. Tesi is the leader of Banditaliana and a member of Samurai, the European all-star accordion quintet.
Giua (Maria Pierantoni Giua) is an award-winning singer, songwriter and guitarist with a strong presence in Italian music and theatre. She has released five albums, collaborated with leading musicians including Riccardo Tesi, and contributed music to theatrical productions such as Maria Stuarda and La buona novella. Giua is currently working on her next studio album.
Presented by the Western Australian Museum and The Consulate of Italy in Perth.
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