Canberra, ACT Australia
Live Musician Canberra — Weddings, Events & Live Venues
Richard Ings Music
Live Music for Weddings, Events & Venues across Canberra · Also specialist live music for aged care & senior living communities
Singer · Songwriter · Solo Acoustic Performer
Live Music Canberra
Bringing warmth, connection and unforgettable music to venues, events and communities across Canberra and the region.
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What Brings You Here?
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Venues & Events Entertainment
Are you a venue manager or booking agent looking for quality live entertainment?
- ✓Professional & polished — premium sound, lighting & production setup
- ✓Crowd-pleasing setlists — all popular covers tailored to your audience
- ✓Reliable & flexible — adapts to your venue's needs & vibe
Music and Memories by Richard Ings Music™
Are you a residence manager or activities coordinator looking for quality musical entertainment for your residents?
- ✓Uplifting and fun — bring joy and laughter to your community
- ✓Engaging and entertaining — interactive sing-alongs residents love
- ✓Warm and remembering — beloved songs that spark connection
About Richard
A Voice That Connects
Richard Ings is a Canberra-based singer-songwriter with a passion for live performance and genuine human connection. Drawing inspiration from storytelling greats like Neil Finn and Paul Kelly, Richard blends original music with beloved covers — from Fleetwood Mac to Ed Sheeran — creating an atmosphere that feels both timeless and alive.
With years of experience performing at venues, festivals, markets and corporate events across Canberra and the surrounding region, Richard brings a professional, warm and engaging presence to every performance.
His Music and Memories program reflects a deeper calling — using music as a tool for wellbeing, reminiscence and community connection with senior audiences.
Gallery
Music in the Moment
What You'll Hear
Example Set List
The setlists below are actual setlists from venues, corporate events and Music and Memories shows performed in November and December 2025. Every set list is carefully customised to suit the nature of the event, the demographic of the audience, and the mood of the day — requests are always welcome, and the set adapts in real time to match the energy of your occasion.
Spanning the 60s to today — folk, acoustic pop, classic rock, Aussie icons and singalong favourites.
Easy-listening favourites that ease guests into the event, mixing classic folk, acoustic pop and soulful sing-alongs.
Full repertoire available on request · Contact Richard to discuss your event
Where You'll Find Richard
Trusted by Canberra's Venues & Care Providers
Live Entertainment Venues
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Get in Touch
Let's Make Music Happen
Ready to book or just want to know more? Richard would love to hear from you.
Contact Richard
info@richardingsmusic.com.au
Location
Canberra, ACT, Australia
Music and Memories
"Sing · Remember · Smile"
Residence managers and activity coordinators — use the form to enquire about booking the 60-minute Music and Memories experience for your community.