Sea Shanty Workshops!
Sea shanties were the work songs on board in the days of the tall ships. Join Australia’s premier shanty band The Lost Quays in front of the Museum’s ketch to hear about the origin of shanties, and then learn to sing some yourself, with easy but interesting harmonies. And with the opportunity to write a verse or two for a shanty. Bring a bottle of water and your voice!
Presented by: The Lost Quays
Hailing from the port of Fremantle, The Lost Quays are WA's premier sea shanty band. Formed in 2015, the group are festival favourites, with a UK and Europe tour in 2018, and performances at the Australian Wooden Boat Festival in Hobart in 2019 & 2023, and at Canberra's National Folk Festival in 2024. With four CDs to their credit, the Lost Quays are known for their strong harmonies, humour and engaging performances.The Quays relish a good connection with their audience and host a popular monthly “Shanty Club” at Clancy’s in Fremantle. Their repertoire includes many shanty standards, plus originals focussing on the days of sail around the coast of Western Australia and beyond.They sing both a cappella and with accompaniment from guitar, mandolin, concertina and bodhran. Welcome on board!
Sessions
Ticket Prices
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1 Venue
South Australian Maritime Museum
South Australian Maritime Museum, 126 Lipson St, Port Adelaide, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- Audience members interact from the seated or standing area
