Free Concert at Yank's Jetty

At yesterday’s sundowners at Yank’s Jetty, on Orpheus Island, Beach Bum and Heatwave were treated to a free concert by The Australian Chamber Music Orchestra.  (in the right place at the right time!)

The sound team arrived mid-morning to set up speakers and gear under the shade on the beach, then the Reef Cat brought the musicians and audience. 

Most of the audience set up on the sand while the musicians warmed up, but some snorkelled and swam, listening to the music from the water.  They even brought two life guards with a paddleboard, which was just as well as a few people ventured a bit far.

The highlight of the concert was Wu Man playing the Pipa, an ancient Chinese type of mandolin/lute.  Brett had been raving about this instrument and finally got to meet the Star herself, Wu.

Just on sunset the audience were ushered back to the ferry for cold drinks and dinner.  Everyone was on board except the captain, who soaked up the last of the sunset as he crossed the bridge back to the ferry.