The Welcome Choir

The Welcome Choir is a friendly, all-ages, all-abilities choir focused on the uplifting experience of singing together, which has been scientifically proven to have health and wellbeing benefits. The Welcome Choir offers a safe space for you to enjoy the freedom of singing in a group.

Led by professional singer Bek Jensen, participants will learn a series of fun vocal warm-ups and exercises followed by a well-known pop song, where harmonies will be made and the magic really happens!

About Bek Jensen

Sydney songwriter Bek Jensen delivers her vocals in a way that is moving, heartfelt, and filled with 100% soul. Established as an in-demand backing vocalist from the age of 16, Bek has recorded and toured nationally with iconic Australian artists including Cold Chisel, Jimmy Barnes and Mahalia Barnes, Tina Harrod, The Sleepy Jackson, Jackie Orszaczky, Clayton Doley and Lachy Doley, and has released numerous original recordings, including Bekimochi, Lucky and Magic & Art.

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Exhibition

Artist Hiromi Tango outside Hyde Park Barracks.
Opening April
Exhibition

Hope by Hiromi Tango

Museums of History NSW is delighted to announce a dramatic new art installation by renowned multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango, on display at the Hyde Park Barracks from 12 April 2025

Saturday 12 April

Hope program

Hope by Hiromi Tango
Various dates
Workshop

Hope Garden Workshops

Experience the transformative power of art and community with Hope garden

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Saturday 12 April 11am–3pm
A visitor in the grounds of Vaucluse House, listening to an audio tour with their phone and headphones.
Special event

Self-guided walking meditation

A bustling, city location might not seem like an obvious place to meditate, but did you know you can practice mindfulness anywhere?

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Saturday 12 April
Hope by Hiromi Tango
Talk

In Conversation with Hiromi Tango

Join multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango and Museums of History NSW Curator Kim Tao for an in-depth discussion

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sunday 13 April 2pm–3pm
Peta Morris Sound Bath for Hiromi Tango's Hope Installation
Various dates
Workshop

Sound Bath with Peta Morris

Sound bathing is a practice that harnesses the power of sound vibrations to promote wellbeing and relaxation

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Thursday 1 May 6.30pm–7.30pm
Riley Mansfield and Daniel McIntyre laying in the hammocks at Hyde Park Barracks
Various dates
Workshop

Meditation with Rachael Coopes

Meditation is a practice that involves focusing the mind to achieve a state of calm and clarity

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Thursday 8 May 6.30pm–7.30pm
Rachael Coopes
Workshop

Yoga with Rachael Coopes

Looking for a way to integrate stretching, movement and mindfulness into your busy daily life?

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sunday 25 May 10.30am–11.30am
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000

Hyde Park Barracks

Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
  • Wheelchair accessible
Plan your visit
  • Sunday 15 June 10.30am–12.45pm