Led by Marianne Rothschild, The Crossing Machine joins forces with vocalist Debbi Arpini to celebrate the incredible catalogue of Country superstar Dolly Parton. Born from a conversation between two very different performers with a shared passion for the mastery of Dolly's songwriting and storytelling, this project aims to strip away the boundaries between the chamber hall and the honky-tonk, reimagining the traditional string quartet as a vibrant musical canvas for Dolly’s most beloved stories.

A tribute unlike any other seen in Australia. 
 
We wanted to create an experience that transcends the traditional tribute performance by presenting an intimate, stripped-back reimagining of Dolly’s iconic catalogue, and highlight her storytelling mastery in a refined setting, weaving elements of Classical, Country, and Contemporary Pop into a sophisticated auditory experience.
The show also features selections from Dolly’s legendary collaborations with esteemed artists such as Kenny Rogers, Linda Ronstadt, Tammy Wynette, Barry Gibb, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, and Miley Cyrus, alongside several of her most celebrated cover recordings.

The lush textures of the string quartet, the warmth an acoustic guitar,  the passionate and heartfelt vocal performances, and the soaring three-part harmonies envoke the kind of pure emotional depth that only music can reach.
 
Created to cater to both the seasoned classical aficionado and the die-hard Dolly fan, this incredible passion-project aims to prove that great music knows no borders.

It’s heartfelt, it's elegant, and it's unapologetically Dolly.