One of the biggest musical influences in Rachel’s life was the composer Martin Wesley-Smith (1945 – 2019) and she has often programmed his works in concerts over the last two decades. Over the last year, she (assisted by sound engineer Ben Sibson) has been recording all the works he wrote for solo cello – some for cello alone, some for singing cellist, and the incredible ‘Welcome to the Hotel Turismo’ for cello and audio-visuals.

She is over the moon that she’ll be able to perform and launch this new recording project in Kangaroo Valley – where Martin lived for much of his life, surrounded by his family and friends, and people who were so important to him.

Come for a glass of wine at 5.30 (the concert will start at 6pm), and get ready to laugh, cry, wonder and sigh with pleasure listening to the output of this incredible Australian composer. You might even want to buy a recording! There will be CDs for sale, and links to digital downloads – Rachel and the Wesley-Smith family would love to see you there!