Stay Informed! Check out our latest news and updates here
Access info
Motor City Sounds pays tribute to the classic era of Soul music. Packing dance floors wherever they play, MCS bring an energy that can only be created by a live 10-piece band. Performing songs from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, The Supremes, The Temptations, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding. Motor City Sounds recreates the essence and atmosphere of Motown and Soul from the 60s and 70s, with authentic arrangements and instrumentation.
Performance credits include: Melbourne’s “Soul a Go-Go”, White Night (Melbourne & Ballarat), Memo Music Hall in St.Kilda, Backing “The Merindas” at Crown Casino, CluBarham, Ballarat’s Begonia Festival and the warm-up band for ABC TV’s “Q & A”.
Featuring top-class musicians from across Victoria, including an X-factor finalist, a former member of the John Butler Trio and sessions with top Australian musicians such as Christine Anu, Geoff Achison, Joe Creighton, John McNamara, Brett Garsed, The Merindas and Neil Murray.
Accessibility Information
- Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Wendouree Parade, Lake Wendouree VIC 3350
More Events
Tramway Museum – Ballarat Begonia Festival
During the 2025 Ballarat Begonia Festival, the Tramway Museum and tram rides will be operating at the following…
No dates provided
View website for times
Sustainable Garden Display at the Ballarat Begonia Festival
The Sustainable Garden display showcases local businesses and apprentices as they highlight eco-friendly gardening practices. Enjoy the creative…
Trash Puppet Workshops at Ballarat Begonia Festival
Trash Puppets want to change the world….one puppet at a time! Learn about sustainability and the magic of…
Subscribe for updates
Get our latest program and event updates to your inbox.
Contact Us
Phoenix Building
25 Armstrong Street South, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
Copyright © 2024 Ballarat Begonia Festival