The Brisbane City Council has been questioned over the playing of classical music in King George Square in the middle of the night.

Council spokeswoman Lydia Lynch says the practice, which has been going on since 2012, is used to curb “anti-social behaviour” in the area.

Homeless people taking refuge in the square are not as supportive of the idea. Mayor Graham Quicks says although he was unaware of the playing of the music in the square, he is currently trying to deal with homelessness.