Functions

High Tea and Opera at Lydham Hall, 2025

“Ms Arkinstall and all those involved in the organisation of the event are to be highly commended for their continuing contributions to the community and the incredible opera performance.”
- Chris Minns, Premier of New South Wales

“We had the pleasure of booking Yasmin Arkinstall through Crowdplease for our charity function, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we connected with Yasmin, her professionalism shone through. She thoughtfully curated a selection of songs that perfectly suited our diverse audience, captivating everyone in attendance. Yasmin’s attention to detail was outstanding, and she approached every aspect of her performance with enthusiasm. The feedback from our guests was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing interest in booking her for future events right on the spot. It’s clear that word of mouth is the best advertisement, as several attendees have reached out to us to inquire about hosting a similar event again. Not only is Yasmin incredibly talented with a fantastic voice, but she is also charming, down-to-earth, and a joy to work with. I can't recommend Yasmin highly enough—she truly made our event memorable!”
- Garry Stokes, General Committee member of St George Historical Society

“Thanks to Yasmin Arkinstall for performing a selection of opera, musical theatre, and classical crossover hits during our High Tea at Lydham Hall. Since performing solo when she was 8 years old, Yasmin has sung at a series of prestigious events and venues, building an impressive reputation as a talented and charismatic artist. We had high expectations and they were exceeded as our guests sat enthralled on a beautiful summer Sunday at Lydham Hall. Yasmin created an atmosphere at our historic home that we'll never forget. Again, thank you Yasmin, and thanks to our guests, volunteers, and supporters for making the High Tea such
a success. It's a fantastic start to a full calendar of events at
Lydham Hall for 2025.”
- Barry Johnson, Treasurer of St George Historical Society

Feast of St Gabriel at Club Italia, 2025

“Today I was lucky enough to perform alongside these two incredibly talented and gorgeous musicians! Thank you Natalya and Yasmin for joining me at Club Italia! We received such high praise of your performance. It was very well appreciated. Thank you!”
- Elisabetta Sonego, Violinist for Club Italia

Local Area Marketing & Networking Group’s Christmas Party at Workers Blacktown, 2024

“The evening began with a warm welcome from mezzo-soprano Yasmin Arkinstall, who delighted guests with a selection of easy-listening classical and Disney favourites… Entertainment continued throughout the evening as Yasmin Arkinstall performed three captivating segments, featuring Disney classics, opera favourites like Habanera (Carmen), and beloved tunes such as O Sole Mio and You Raise Me Up, before closing with a selection of Christmas songs… Yasmin is blessed with a voice that stirs the soul, and expressions that tell the story.”
- Blacktown City Business Network

“An outstanding performance Yasmin. Thank you for being an important part of the Local Area Marketing & Networking Group's Combined 25th Anniversary of our Blacktown Business Network and All-Group Christmas Party. Your performances and song versatility were an enormous contribution to our event's success.”
- Local Area Marketing & Networking Group

Kennard Hire Foundation’s 25th Anniversary, 2024

“Dear Yasmin,
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for attending our 25 year celebration event at the Kennards Hire Museum last week. Your presence significantly enhanced the experience and played a key role in the event’s success. We are still captivated by your performance and felt incredibly fortunate to witness your angelic voice. Your composure in the face of obstacles such as the PA system malfunction, was indeed impressive! We also want to take this moment to congratulate you on your steadfast commitment to your pursuit of a career in singing. Your dedication and hard work are truly commendable, and it’s evident that you are on a path toward achieving remarkable things. We are confident that your perseverance will lead to many more successes in the future… Once again, thank you for your participation and for being a shining example of dedication and excellence. We wish you all the best in both your academic and personal pursuits.”
- Mei Ling Ho, CEO of Kennards Hire Foundation

"Dear Yasmin,
Thank you for coming along the other night. It was so wonderful to hear you sing. It’s fantastic that you’ve taken advantage of The Smith Family’s support to reach such a high standard. Please keep me informed about your upcoming performances via our offices as I would love to come and listen to you sing. Wishing you all the best for your future endeavours.”
- Prue Kennard, Kennards Hire Foundation

Adult Migrant English Program Graduation Presentation at TAFE NSW Blacktown, 2024

“Absolutely fantastic. Yasmin was a true professional and suited our event perfectly. Thank you. Easy process too.”
- Llewella Cobbin, Head Teacher (Educational Pathways) at TAFE NSW Blacktown

80th Birthday Party at Longueville Sporting Club, 2024

“Yasmin is a true gem in the world of opera. Despite her youth, her voice resonates with a maturity and strength that is utterly captivating. Witnessing her performance was not just an experience; it was a profound journey of emotions that left a lasting impression on both me and my family. From the moment Yasmin stepped onto the stage, it was evident that we were in the presence of something extraordinary. Her voice, a powerful yet delicate instrument, filled with a warmth and richness that stirred the soul. But it wasn't just the technical mastery that impressed us; it was the raw emotion that she poured into every note, leaving us spellbound and moved to tears. The sheer beauty and vulnerability of her performance touched something deep within us, evoking a sense of longing and nostalgia that brought tears to my mother's eyes. It was a moment of pure magic, made even more special by the thoughtfulness of her son to arrange such a meaningful gift for her birthday. Indeed, moments like these are what make life truly precious. Yasmin's performance served as a poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing our loved ones and celebrating them in meaningful ways. In a world filled with noise and distractions, it's these moments of connection and beauty that remind us of what truly matters. Yasmin is not just a remarkable talent; she is a gift to all who have the privilege of hearing her sing. Her voice has the power to uplift and inspire, to heal and to comfort. If you have the opportunity to experience her brilliance firsthand, seize it with both hands. It's an experience you won't soon forget. Bravo, Yasmin! And thank you for making my mother's birthday unforgettable.”
- Duncan Else

Sparro & Jack Nimble Agency Christmas Party at RAN Sailing Association, 2023

“You absolutely slayed Yasmin. Thank you so much for playing with us!”
- The Wild Lilys Band

“We loved having you - everyone was stoked. Hope you had fun!”
- Sparro

40th Birthday Party at Redspoon Thai Restaurant, 2023

“What an absolutely amazing, beautiful voice and performance for Renee's 40th. Yasmin brought happiness and tears as she sang Renee's favourite song "Memory" from Cats. Absolutely the best, could have listened to Yasmin sing all night long. Made Renee very happy and I’m so glad I booked her😊”

ServiceNow Dinner at Puntino Trattoria, 2019

"Thank you, Yasmin. You were absolutely wonderful. I hope we cross paths again one day as well. I am sure I will see you perform again as you have the most amazing talent that should be shared.”
- Greg O’Brien, Account Executive for ServiceNow

"Hi Yasmin, thank you so much for last night. Tony was so happy with the job you did and said you were incredible. Bravo 👏👏👏"
- Katherine Barr, Booking Agent for ServiceNow

Stepping Stone House’s “Sleep Under the Stars”, 2019

“Amazing!”
- Kyle Sandilands, Radio Host

”Thank you so much Yasmin for attending our event. We really loved having you there sharing your experience and listening to that amazing voice… Yasmin sang like a bird released.”
- Stepping Stone House

The Smith Family Functions

"Thank you for your wonderful performances at The Smith Family's NSW Graduation Ceremony - they were a much valued contribution towards the overall success of the evening! The Graduation Ceremony provides us with a rare opportunity to truly bring to life the impact of the work The Smith Family does with an evening of real celebration. It was a privilege to hear such a talented young person perform and your beautiful renditions of When You Wish Upon a Star and I Could Have Danced All Night provided a wonderful and very fitting closure to this special event. Over 200 guests attended this year's ceremony and we have received some wonderful feedback about how everyone enjoyed your contribution and the event overall. It was a real pleasure to meet you and I look forward to seeing you again at a future event. On behalf of The Smith Family, thank you very much again."
- Theresa Collignon, NSW/ACT General Manager of The Smith Family

“Thank you so much for allowing Yasmin to be there, her performance has made a lot of different to the opening and I have received a lot of feedback from the families. They were so surprised to hear Yasmin ‘s voice. It was really beautiful!!”
- Warunee Nuij, Team Leader at The Smith Family, Impact Opening Ceremony

“Hi Yasmin, thank you for your beautiful singing today. What a treat for everyone! Thank you again for your generosity.”
- Eleanor Baker, Program Officer Conservatorium Open Academy

“Former Learning for Life student, Yasmin Arkinstall was our inspiring guest speaker. Yasmin will one day make her name as a great opera singer, and our members were entranced by this amazing young woman… Not only a beautiful, articulate young lady with the voice of an angel but such a great ambassador for The Smith Family.”
- Antoinette Thomas, Springwood VIEW Club

“Amazing performance again today Yasmin. You have a beautiful voice and you are such a talented young performer.”
- Zelda Harman, Springwood VIEW Club

“The entertainment was rather exceptional: Yasmin Arkinstall is a graduate of The Smith Family Learning for Life Program. She is now a classical singer and vocal teacher. Yasmin told us her story and sang for us.”
- Nepean VIEW Club

“I have had so much positive feedback from the Children’s Week event, a lot of “Yasmin was absolutely incredible”!!!! No surprise there😊”
“Thank you so much Yasmin. You did an absolutely amazing job and your voice is phenomenal. Everyone is still talking about you.”
- Kim Toll, Senior Story Coordinator for The Smith Family