What year was The Seekers farewell concert?

Reception. Richie Unterberger, in his review for AllMusic wrote, “In July 1968, the Seekers did an official farewell concert for BBC television.

When was The Seekers farewell concert in Melbourne?

2013
Farewell (subtitled The Golden Jubilee Australian Farewell Tour 2013) is a live album by Australian band The Seekers. The album, released on CD and DVD captures the historic concert filmed in The Seekers’ hometown of Melbourne in 2013.

How many of the original seekers are still alive?

Keith Potger, Athol Guy, Bruce Woodley and Judith Durham are all still with us and all still friends. As 2022 approaches, the four members of the iconic Australia group are now considering how to mark their 60th.

Is Judith Durham still alive?

Durham left the group in mid 1968 to pursue her solo career….Judith Durham.

Judith Durham AO
Genres Folk jazz
Occupation(s) Singer songwriter musician
Instruments Vocals piano tambourine
Years active 1961–present

Will The Seekers Tour in 2022?

Judith Durham, Athol Guy, Keith Potger and Bruce Woodley first came together at the tail end of 1962 for gigs and residencies around their hometown of Melbourne. How amazing to think they’ll celebrate their Diamond Anniversary in 2022!

Is Judith Durham still married?

Judith married London-born Ron Edgeworth at Scots Church in Melbourne on November 21, 1969. They had a long and happy 25-year marriage. Her beloved Ron was a brilliant and versatile pianist and they spent their years making music together and travelling the world. Sadly, Ron died from Motor Neurone Disease in 1994.

What year was The Seekers 50th anniversary?

2012
On December 3, 2012 The Seekers celebrate their 50th Anniversary.

How old is Bruce Woodley from The Seekers?

79 years (July 25, 1942)Bruce Woodley / Age

Why did Judith Durham quit The Seekers?

WHY DID JUDITH LEAVE THE SEEKERS? Before she joined The Seekers she already had an established career as a solo artist. She loved being with the group but had never intended that it should be for the rest of her musical life.

Why did The Seekers break up in 1968?

In July 1968, Durham left to pursue a solo career and the group disbanded. Keith Potger formed a new group in the UK, The New Seekers, which had a hit single in 1971 with “I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing”. Durham’s band has reformed periodically.

How old is Judith Durham?

78 years (July 3, 1943)Judith Durham / Age