SOUNDS OF ESPERANCE
MUSIC FESTIVAL & COMMUNITY MUSIC PROJECT
Working in Esperance Schools and with community musicians to create an annual music festival, fostering, showcasing and elevating Esperance talent!
The Sounds of Esperance is a community-wide music initiative by Australian Baroque and the Esperance Civic Centre, supported by the Shire of Esperance and the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, the Stan Perron Charitable Foundation and local community members. It brings together hundreds of local school children, choirs, instrumentalists, bands and professional musicians in a celebration of Esperance.
The project introduces inclusive singing programs in primary schools, supports community ensembles, and culminates in the Sounds of Esperance Festival.
The Sounds of Esperance builds confidence, connection and cultural pride across the region while establishing a new annual Esperance Music Festival.
The next mentoring TOUR DATES are:
Wednesday May 6-7 with Pia Harris and Helen Kruger
Singing together is one of the most powerful forms of human connection — Eric Whitacre.
With over 7 tours to Esperance in 2026, Australian Baroque musicians will work with Nulsen and Castletown Primary Schools, writing a new song about Esperance and working with the wonderful songs in the Massed Choir Program.
Australian Baroque will also work with community musicians, ensembles and bands. To become part of the Sounds of Esperance project get in touch with our Esperance-based Project Manager Tami McMahon.
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The Team
Helen Kruger - Director
Violinist Helen Kruger is the Director of the Sounds of Esperance Community Music Project and Festival. Helen is an international violinist, program designer and director with a passion for artistic excellence and community connection. Helen brings strong leadership, creative vision and extensive project experience throughout Europe to her work, championing experiences that celebrate local talent both in schools and in the wider community. Helen has delivered programs in Narrogin, Karratha, Margaret River, Shark Bay, Moora and Perth, working with thousands of young musicians and community members.
She is proud to help guide a festival that showcases Esperance’s diverse talents, fostering connections through music.
Tami McMahon - Project Manager
Tami McMahon is a dedicated Esperance community member, experienced grant writer, and the Project Manager for the Sounds of Esperance Community Music Project and Festival. Passionate about strengthening regional connections through the arts, Tami has played a key role in securing funding and bringing community-focused initiatives to life. Her commitment to fostering local talent and creating inclusive opportunities is at the heart of the project.
Tami has spent 15 years working in the cancer fundraising sector across the UK and Australia, leading campaigns and securing vital support for organisations committed to finding a cure and supporting those affected by cancer.
Brian Kruger - Composer & Arranger
Brian Kruger is the Sounds of Esperance Community Music Project and Festival composer and arranger and a core team mentor. Brian is a film composer, arranger, music producer, concertmaster, conductor, educator and violinist.
He has toured with Australian Baroque, directed countless Ballet by Candlelight concerts, directed Perth Symphony regional tours, and delivering rap and education workshops for all ages across WA.
He is a top flight multi instrumentalist across all genres.
Equally comfortable in front and behind the microphone. Brian is highly respected amongst classical musicians and is sought after as a concertmaster, educator, recording artist and producer.