Past Performers
A proud musical heritage at the Federal Hotel, Nimmitabel.
The Federal Hotel has long been a focus for culture and the arts, especially music. From orchestras at masquerade balls to jazz and blues combos, country artists and folk acts, our historic venue has seen it all.
The Tudor Inn Years
During the 1950s–1970s, when the hotel was known as the Tudor Inn, it became a stop for touring artists travelling between Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne, or performing on regional weekend tours. Many played during the leaner years of their careers, performing for drinks, meals, accommodation and door money. Sometimes the hotel was packed; at other times, small crowds enjoyed the rare chance to see and meet these accomplished performers in an intimate setting.
An Impressive Lineup
Tex Morton, Jimmy Little, Johnny O’Keefe, Bobbie & Laurie, The Turrells, Chad Morgan, Autumn, Dutch Tilders, Tully, Kevin Johnson, Gunther Gorman, Laurel Lee, Digby Richards, Hans Poulsen, Alison Durbin, Shirley Thoms, Spectrum, Dave Allenby and Pirana — with many more over the years.
More Recent Performers
3 Miles To Anywhere, Accidental Luddites, Alan Neal, Alex Winnell, Andre Camilleri, Bluestrain, Cash Is King, Cherry, Dale Huddleston, Danny Bowden, Datson + Hughes, Dinesh Moylan, Emma Jene, Feral Bikinis, Gary Carson, Geoff Aschmann, Hogans Ridge, Joy Williams Band, Justice Bureau, Louise Bowerman, Mandolin Wind, Matilda Rose, Melanie Horsnell, Michael Menager, Michelle Farran, Michelle Russell, Mojo Rising, Pete Lowry, Peter Robin, Pigs Might Fly, Rodger Baker, Sami, Shelby Grace, Stormcellar, Susie G, The Black Horses, The Turrells, Timothy J Fry, Tony Jaggers, Trevor Best, Ukeladies and Vicki Walsh.
The Next Chapter
There is much more music to come. If you are a musician, explore our artist information for venue details, stage specifications, equipment and performance terms. Feel at home — you are very welcome!