World Singing Day

#No experience necessary, just bring your voice and enthusiasm!

Celebrate World Singing Day at the Empire’s Church Theatre on Saturday 17 October, hosted by acclaimed vocalist, music supervisor and vocal coach Luke Kennedy.

Luke rose to national prominence as Ricky Martin’s grand finalist on Season 2 of The Voice Australia, becoming the first artist from the series to achieve a #1 iTunes single. With an impressive career spanning international tours with The TEN Tenors, leading roles in acclaimed musical productions, and extensive experience as a vocal coach and music supervisor, Luke brings a wealth of expertise and passion to this global celebration of song.

Join him for an uplifting morning of music-making, creativity and community connection.

Times

Saturday 17 October - 10:30am

Prices

BOOKINGS NOT REQUIRED FREE

Venues

Church Theatre

Genres

Music

Run Time

10:30am - 12:00pm

Meet your host: Luke Kennedy

Luke Kennedy shot to international attention in 2013 as Ricky Martin’s grand finalist on Season 2 of The Voice Australia. As series runner-up, Luke was the first artist to secure a #1 single on the iTunes charts with ‘Time To Say Goodbye’. He performed with Ricky Martin as a special guest on his 2013 Australian tour and released his debut album, ‘A Time For Us’, which debuted at #6 on the ARIA charts.

Luke has extensive international touring experience with The TEN Tenors and is a founding member of the big band supergroup Swing On This. He has toured the country with The Little Red Company productions From Johnny To Jack, Rumour Has It, Skyfall, Your Song, Golden and There’s Something About Music.

In addition to his performance credits, Luke has considerable experience as a music supervisor and vocal coach. Luke is currently Senior Producer and Music Supervisor for The Little Red Company’s broadcast and theatrical work including Nine Network’s Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols from 2021 to 2024. Luke’s vocal coaching credits include The Voice Australia - Seasons 6, 7, 8 and 9, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and Creative Generation.