THE hornets duo
THURSDAY 9 FEBRUARY
AFTER TWILIGHT SAILING
IN THE MEMBERS’ BAR
The Hornets feature some of the country’s well known and respected musicians and SYC is lucky enough to have them perform as a duo, with singer song-writer Craig Horne and guitarist Jeff Burstin, from Jo Jo Zep and the Falcons (ARIA Hall of Fame inductees) and the Black Sorrows.
Craig Horne is a singer-song who has written songs that music critic Terry Reilly has said are destined to become classics. Patrick Donovan, Music Writer for The Age said that, Craig is “blessed with a deep soulful voice and writes Melbourne blues songs like no other”. The principal writer and singer for Melbourne’s blues outfit The Hornets Craig has been described as one of Australia’s leading blues vocalists. Craig is also a novelist and has written two books including, ‘Bureaucracy Blues’ and ‘Alpha Jerk’ both published by Melbourne firm emPRESS.
Jeff Burstin is one of Australia’s leading guitarists. An integral member of Jo Jo Zep and the Falcons and the Black Sorrows, he has more recently been performing with the Vika and Linda Bull bands as well as Stephen Cummings. Blessed with an encyclopedic knowledge of the history and traditions of blues and roots music, Jeff draws heavily on these influences to produce a unique style that has the respect and appreciation of music lovers Australia wide.
Come down for a great evening.
Bistro meals available from the Members’ Bar or book your table for the Harbour View Restaurant Grill Night!