Richard Ings Music Blog Posts

On Saturday, I had the pleasure of performing at Celebrating the Western Edge , hosted by the Conservation Council ACT  at the National Arboretum Canberra . It was one of those quintessential Canberra afternoons — golden light through the trees, a soft breeze, and the hum of people gathered to celebrate the land that connects us all. Music at The National Arboretum Canberra The Arboretum is a breathtaking venue in any setting, but performing within its forest groves adds some

Run down if my big gigs this past weekend

Showcasing My Music: A Big Weekend of Live Performances Last weekend was a significant one for me — I performed at two brand-new venues in just two days. Friday night: Cypher Brewery, Gungahlin (7–10 pm) Sunday afternoon: Jerrabomberra Hotel (1–5 pm) It was one of those weekends where everything came together — new venues, new audiences, and plenty of learning along the way. Gearing Up for Success For both shows, I ran the same compact setup: JBL EON MK2 tower — battery-p

On 24 September, I had the privilege of performing at the Seniors and Better Ageing Expo at the Old Bus Depot Markets in Kingston. The...

Preparing Music and Memories  for the Expo stage is about more than filling sixty minutes—it’s about crafting a journey that works...

Music and Memories Sing • Remember • Smile Since launching in September, Music and Memories by Richard Ings Music  has grown into...

Last night, I played a 30-minute set at the open mic night at To All My Friends — a brilliant little bar tucked into the Cook Shops here...