Tench Reserve will come alive to the sound of music on Sunday 21 September.

The inaugural Music by the River, featuring The Voice contestant Brittanie Shipway and well-known local performer Mark Travers, is a free four-hour family friendly event.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler OAM said it was the perfect way for locals to enjoy a Sunday afternoon in spring.

“Music by the River is about celebrating our river – one of our natural wonders – as well as supporting regional talent,” Cr Fowler said.

“We're making this a free annual event for local residents. Penrith Council has also sponsored the OZWAC Family Fun Day, to be held at Tench Reserve on the morning of the same day.  So bring the whole family on 21 September and enjoy these two great family events.”

Brittanie Shipway, who is headlining Music by the River, is a local singer who most recently appeared as a contestant on The Voice 2014. 

She'll be joined by Mark Travers, who has been writing music and performing at venues across Australia for 20 years.

The pair will be joined by local singer/songwriter Natasha Duarte, Western Sydney act Crossroad Y, another Season 2 The Voice participant Jake Edgley and Nepean High School student Sarah Fittock.

Music by the River will be held at Tench Reserve on Sunday 21 September, from 1pm to 5pm. Go to penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/events for more information.

The OZWAC Family Fun Day - Great River Walk/Pram Push is also being held at Tench Reserve from 10am on Sunday 21 September.  Register on the day, or at ozwac.com.au.