Songs For Solaris "An evening with Catherine Summers"
About
Join us for a magical Summer evening under the Cottesloe sky as we welcome one of Perth’s most beloved jazz vocalists, Catherine Summers, for a special fundraising concert in support of Solaris Cancer Care.Pack a picnic blanket or low chair, gather your friends, and settle in for an unforgettable night of music, connection, and community. Enjoy delicious offerings from onsite food trucks or BYO your own picnic dinner as the sun sets to Catherine’s warm, velvet-rich vocals.
About Catherine Summers
A sell-out artist and a staple of WA’s music scene, Catherine Summers is renowned for her sultry, versatile voice, magnetic stage presence, and playful storytelling charm. Praised as a “beloved WA vocalist” (PerthNow), she brings a rare blend of elegance, authenticity, and energy to every stage.
With a repertoire spanning jazz standards, French chansons, soulful ballads, and jazz-infused modern pop, Catherine draws comparisons to Amy Winehouse, Diana Krall, and Nancy Wilson. She has dazzled audiences at top venues including The Ellington Jazz Club, Lyric’s Underground, and major gala events across WA. Her Fringe World seasons regularly sell out, and critics have described her as “pitch perfect”, “very sophisticated”, and “the real deal.”
For one night only, Catherine brings her signature warmth, wit, and world-class band to Cottesloe for “Sound System” vibe high energy feel with some great classics all in support of a vital cause.
Why Solaris Needs You
Every day, West Australians face the emotional and physical upheaval that comes with a cancer diagnosis, fear, confusion, grief, and the invisible toll that treatment takes on both patients and their carers. Solaris Cancer Care ensures no one must face that journey alone.
For more than 20 years, Solaris has provided world-class, evidence-based emotional and physical support to patients and carers across WA. Their volunteer-driven model fills the gap hospitals simply can’t, offering personalised care proven to ease anxiety, support wellbeing, and improve quality of life throughout treatment and beyond.
Your attendance directly helps Solaris continue this essential work, giving people with cancer more clarity, more comfort, calm, and more life.
Be Part of Something Beautiful.
Songs for Solaris isn’t just a concert, it’s a moment to come together, lift others up, and celebrate the power of music, community, and compassion.
Date
Sunday 15 February 2026 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (UTC+08)Location
Cottesloe Civic Gardens main lawn
109 Broome St, Cottesloe WA 6911