Keynote Speaker Karen Jacobsen delivers her It Is Never Too Late To Recalculate program for this national event.

Contact booking@karenjacobsen.com for more details about this private house concert

Virtual Presentation

A woman in her creative prime, award winning Australian singer songwriter pianist Karen Jacobsen performs one night only at her fave NYC venue celebrating the release of not one but two new albums.

How DID her voice end up in over a billion smartphones as the original Aussie ’Siri’ worldwide? Find out and be entertained by timeless, melody-driven songs while being uplifted and inspired by Karen’s powerful vocals with that “never seen a cigarette in its life voice”.

Karen has enjoyed wide international media attention; Harry Connick Jr called her “hypnotic” on his talk show, she was a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle, and expect a classic evening of sparkling entertainment by an artist who has shared the stage with Norah Jones, Christopher Cross, Neil Sedaka and Toni Childs. A Karen Jacobsen concert is all high vibes and is just the boost you are looking for.

Hear her music with a message songs at karenjacobsen.com

“Karen Jacobsen has starlight lit up in optimism all around her.” - Buzz Magazine

“A super musical performance: Karen Jacobsen, in a spectacular gown, is beautiful, funny, a lovely light-fingered pianist and a terrific singer with a fine clear voice who writes melodically original personal songs giving glimpses of her life and relationships. She totally engages her audience with her charm, her voice and her wit and she can hold a note like Jerry Colonna, It’s a treat to be entertained by this talented, lovely woman. Catch her if you can. It’s one of the best performances of the decade.” - Richmond Shepard

I was brought to tears when I heard (Ready For What I Came Here For) live. It resonated with me so much I felt almost like the song was written for me.”- Ellie D, Radio Boss @ OzNow Radio.

Please note this venue has a 2 beverage minimum

About the event

3 course dinner and 2 twenty minute sets live $125.00p/p

Karen Jacobsen performs one night only at Claire’s Kitchen while on the go between her former New York City home and new paradise retreat in the Whitsundays.

Celebrating the release of not one but two new albums, imagine being serenaded by an award winning Singer Songwriter Pianist in the intimate gorgeousness of Claire’s le petit salon, dining on our exquisite French cuisine and being able to ask questions up close and personal (how DID your voice end up in over a billion smartphones as the original Aussie ’Siri’ worldwide?)

You will be entertained by hilarious stories and listen to timeless, melody-driven songs while being uplifted and inspired by Karen’s powerful vocals. She has enjoyed wide international media attention; Harry Connick Jnr called her “hypnotic” on his national U.S. talk show, she has been a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle, and you can expect a classic Claire’s evening of sparkling entertainment by an artist who has shared the stage with Norah Jones, Christopher Cross, Cyndi Lauper, Jon English and Toni Childs.

Hear her timeless, piano-driven songs at karenjacobsen.com

“Karen Jacobsen has starlight lit up in optimism all around her.” - Buzz Magazine

“A super musical performance: Karen Jacobsen, in a spectacular gown, is beautiful, funny, a lovely light-fingered pianist and a terrific singer with a fine clear voice who writes melodically original personal songs giving glimpses of her life and relationships. She totally engages her audience with her charm, her voice and her wit and she can hold a note like Jerry Colonna, It’s a treat to be entertained by this talented, lovely woman. Catch her if you can. It’s one of the best performances of the decade.” - Richmond Shepard“

I was brought to tears when I heard (Ready For What I Came Here For) live. It resonated with me so much I felt almost like the song was written for me.”- Ellie D, Radio Boss @ OzNow Radio.

SAVE THE DATE for an Afternoon Tea and Concert celebrating the release of Mackay's own Karen Jacobsen's new CD THE SLIPSTREAM. Details and tickets available soon. Contact Kitten Vintage for more details. 0431 930 515

Virtual Presentation

Women in Business Guest Speaker for International Women's Day 2024 in Charters Towers North Queensland, Australia.

Misogyny Opus celebrates the speech that sparked a conversation. Word for word, hear former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s historic misogyny speech set to music in 18 movements encompassing a variety of musical styles. This pop orchestral work is proudly composed and performed by international songwriter and voice in a billion devices Karen Jacobsen as soloist at the piano, together with backing vocalists and ensemble. Recently premiered with co-commissioning partner Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre with musicians from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, the Misogyny Opus was most recently performed at Woodford Folk Festival. A panel discussion follows the performance, exploring the importance of Equality to a healthy society.

Suitable for attendees aged 15+

Private Event

Australia Day Ambassador Karen Jacobsen performs and speaks at the Burdekin Australia Day Awards Event.

Misogyny Opus celebrates the speech that sparked a conversation. This one-hour pop orchestral work is proudly composed and performed by international songwriter Karen Jacobsen and accompanied by Mackay singers Molly Rossetto and Sarah Rozekrans. Word for word, hear Julia Gillard’s historic speech set to music in 18 movements. Performance Venue: LUNA at Woodford Folk Festival

The inaugural year of the International Day of Equality for All (IDEA), with inclusive celebrations to spark conversation and awareness on equal respect and equal opportunity for all.

Featuring Toni Childs, Vika & Linda, Mark Sholtez, Karen Jacobsen and Francesca de Valence

5pm - 8pm, Saturday 2 September 2023 Paradiso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant 287 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach

Whitsundays Arts Festival presents an intimate evening of music and conversation at Paradiso Restaurant, as part of the Whitsundays Songwriters Festival and Residency.

Featuring Toni Childs, Vika & Linda, Mark Sholtez, Karen Jacobsen, and Francesca de Valence, these songwriters will showcase new and original compositions, as well as share stories of their personal journeys in the music industry.

Join us for a captivating night of music and engaging conversation, and connect with some of the most renowned and dynamic songwriters and artists in Australia.

Be treated to an intimate performance from our incredible line-up of Professional Singer-Songwriters who have been writing new songs as part of the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency.

Whitsundays Songwriter Festival Emerging Songwriter Workshop

Getting Creatively Free: Essential Tools for Songwriters

Experience a full day being guided and mentored by professional songwriters to write your next song!

Discover the foundational and essential songwriting tools that will change the way you write songs forever and empower you to become the songwriter you’ve always wanted to be.

Learn practical ways to overcome songwriters’ biggest barriers including writer’s block and perfectionism, tools to craft lyrics that connect, and experience total creative freedom.

You will work closely with our team of mentors to start and develop your song. Bring all your songwriting questions for our intimate Q&A session with our award-winning songwriter faculty including Toni Childs, Vika & Linda, Mark Sholtez, Karen Jacobsen and Francesca de Valence.

The cost of the full day workshop is $220 (value $550). Available for a maximum of 12 songwriters via application.

We hope you have set your destination for QPAC Concert Hall on Sunday 27 August, because we are thrilled to announce that the voice behind Australian Siri Karen Jacobsen - The GPS Girl will be our special guest in 2023. An award-winning singer and songwriter, Karen recently launched her Misogyny Opus album, a pop-orchestral work of Julia Gillard's misogyny speech. If you haven't already heard the single Better Standard Than This, watch the music video and please share it far and wide: https://karenjacobsen.com/video A massive thanks to McNab Group, one of the largest privately owned construction and development groups in Queensland, for making it possible for Karen to join us this year.

Singer & Songwriter Karen Jacobsen, the original Aussie voice of “Siri” in a billion devices returns to The Triad Theater fresh from the world premiere of her pop orchestral work MISOGYNY OPUS, setting former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s iconic speech to music word for word.

Come be entertained and inspired by Karen's powerful vocals and impactful storytelling. Her piano driven and timeless melodic songs just might include the NYC premiere of the single Better Standard Than This from the Misogyny Opus.

Harry Connick Jnr called Karen “hypnotic” on his national U.S. talk show, and you can expect a classic Triad evening of sparkling entertainment. Don't miss it!

3 courses from our a la carte menu and 2 X 20 minutes live sets $120 p/p

Arrival 6pm sharp

Singer & Songwriter Karen Jacobsen, the original Aussie voice of “Siri” in a billion devices returns to Claire’s Kitchen fresh from the world premiere of her pop orchestral work MISOGYNY OPUS, setting Julia Gillard’s iconic speech to music word for word. On the go between her new home in the Whitsundays and her former base New York City, be entertained and inspired by Karen's powerful vocals and impactful storytelling. Her piano driven and timeless melodic songs just might include the Sydney premiere of the single Better Standard Than This from the Misogyny Opus. Harry Connick Jnr called her “hypnotic” on his national U.S. talk show, and you can expect a classic Claire’s evening of sparkling entertainment and divine dining. “A super musical performance: Karen Jacobsen, in a spectacular gown, is beautiful, funny, a lovely light-fingered pianist and a terrific singer with a fine clear voice who writes melodically original personal songs giving glimpses of her life and relationships. She totally engages her audience with her charm, her voice and her wit and she can hold a note like Jerry Colonna, It’s a treat to be entertained by this talented, lovely woman. Catch her if you can. It’s one of the best performances of the decade.” - Richmond Shepard“ “What a powerful and EPIC piece. Needs to be shared far and wide. Thank you for raising your voice in such a creative way” - The Speakers’ Director I was brought to tears when I heard (Ready For What I Came Here For) live. It resonated with me so much I felt almost like the song was written for me.”- Ellie D, Radio Boss @ OzNow Radio.