‍ Frank Yamma (Pitjantjatjara)

with special guest Charles Maimarosia

Uncle Frank Yamma is one of Australia’s most significant Indigenous songwriters, renowned for his ability to cross cultural and musical boundaries. A Pitjantjatjara man, Frank sings in both his native language and English, delivering mighty songs through magical guitar playing and a deeply evocative voice.

His music tells powerful stories of country, protection, heartache, travel, and love. Although based in Adelaide, Frank’s spirit belongs to the heart of Australia — Uluru, Docker River, Ernabella, Central Australia — “wherever the Pitjantjatjara mob come from.”

Frank Yamma has recently performed at major festivals including Yabun, WOMADelaide, Woodford Folk Festival, the National Multicultural Festival, and numerous acclaimed folk festivals around Australia, frequently receiving standing ovations.

“Pitjantjatjara singer‑songwriter Frank Yamma has long been one of Australia’s strongest Indigenous voices.”
— Seth Jordan, Songlines Magazine (UK)

“Countryman is an absorbing and immensely moving listening experience.”
— Beat Magazine

Special Guest: Charles Maimarosia

Charles Maimarosia is a Melbourne‑based Solomon Islands musician blending traditional Are’Are panpipe music with contemporary sounds. Raised in Pipisu Village on Malaita, he is a singer of custom knowledge whose music is deeply rhythmic and melodic.

Charles has toured internationally and is currently performing songs from his 2025 album Hote’ Hote’. His festival appearances include WOMAD, the National Folk Festival, Blue Mountains Music Festival, and Cygnet Folk Festival.

 Tickets

• Reserved Seating: $45 + booking fee

• General Admission: $38 + booking fee

Venue

89–91 Archies Creek Road
Archies Creek, VIC 3995