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A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »The Seraphim Trio: Number Ones (A Prelude in Tea Concert)
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. The Seraphim Trio: Number Ones The piano trio may have been a late comer to chamber music repertoire, but Mozart's Trio in G major is thrilling as his first serious chamber work in which both violin and cello have…
Find out more »Lunchtime Concert Series – Australian String Quartet
with Konstantin Shamray Piano Dvorˇák Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81 Russian-born tour de force Konstantin Shamray joins with the Australian String Quartet for Dvorˇák’s stirring Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, and more.
Find out more »Collegium Musicum Choir: War and Peace
This program pays homage to the victims of war both past and present. The poignant subtext of Haydn’s Mass in Time of War is no less pertinent now as it was when it was written in 1796.
Find out more »Matthew Fagan & Nicholas Young: Espana – el Vito – The Spirit of Spain
Internationally acclaimed, Award Winning concert pianist, ‘Young Steinway Artist’ Nicholas Young joins internationally renowned 10 String Guitarist Matthew Fagan to combining musical passion and virtuosity to celebrate the Spirit of Spain
Find out more »Benett Tsai in Recital: Cello Showcase
Talented 14-year old to showcase the Cello It will be a family affair at Forestville’s OLGC Catholic Church on Sunday 3rd June at 4:00pm when the talented young Sydney cellist, Benett Tsai gives his debut performance for Wyvern Music Forestville with his father pianist Joshua Tsai. Benett has been learning the cello since the age of 5 with his uncle Thomas Tsai. The concert entitled Cello Showcase, presents well-known cello pieces performed by the 14-year old, including Pezzo Capriccioso by…
Find out more »Sydney Bach Society at Christ Church St Laurence
The Sydney Bach Society in association with Christ Church St Laurence is delighted to present 3 Thursday lunch-time concerts as part of its inaugural 'All Bach Series'. We welcome old and new lovers of J.S. Bach’s music to these casual, bite sized events. The 40 minute concerts will showcase an impressive array of local and international talent in the beautiful surrounds of Christ Church St Laurence – a historical church in the beating heart of Sydney’s George Street. Join us as…
Find out more »Evening Concert Series: Violin Recital
Three fascinating works and two brilliant virtuosi set the scene for one of the highlights of our 2018 concert calendar. Join the Australian String Quartet’s first violinist, Dale Barltrop, and pianist Daniel de Borah for what promises to be a thrilling musical event. Artists Dale Barltrop - Violin Daniel de Borah - Piano Program Beethoven - Violin Sonata No. 7 in C minor, Op. 30 No. 2 Ravel - Violin Sonata No. 2 Prokofiev - Violin Sonata No. 1 in…
Find out more »MET Concert #3: Serenade
The Sumptuous Strings Of TMO With One Of Australia’s Finest Voices On June 9th, The Metropolitan Orchestra with Chief Conductor and Artistic Director Sarah-Grace Williams return to the enchanting Independent Theatre for a musical evening with a difference. Sarah-Grace and TMO will start the performance with Josef Suk’s sublime Serenade for strings. They will then be joined by outstanding Australian tenor Daniel Belle for the second half of this gala concert which will include some of the greatest arias from…
Find out more »A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »Festival Recital “Chopin in Song”
The exciting young talents of XL Arts inc. present a recital of music by Chopin and associated composers. The programme is curated by Justin Jacobs, pianist, featuring songs, arias, ensembles and instrumental works created and inspired by Chopin. Join us for an unforgettable weekend of musical experiences at #MISF18 Melbourne International Singers Festival 2018 Please visit our website to book tickets & for further information https://schoolofhardknocks.org.au/events/ Tickets $25 Full / $15 Conc or U18 Special 4 MISF Concert Package!!!…
Find out more »Sprezzatura!
After her sensational performance last year, sublime soprano Anna Sandström joins the Muffat Collective once more, as we present ‘Spretzzatura!’ A celebration of Monteverdi and Italian Baroque Songs on period instruments. Translated as “effortless mastery” Spretzzatura is “the true source of grace, revealed in the effortless resolution of all difficulties.” Sandström will sing with Sprezzatura, popular Italian songs and madrigals from 17th century Italy, accompanied by virtuosic instrumental improvisations. This concert is a special opportunity to hear music sung by an expert in this…
Find out more »The Melbourne Sinfonia – Beethoven, Wagner, Sibelius
Join us for an evening of high quality music for a great cause. We donate all profits to the Royal Children’s Hospital ‘Gatehouse’ which provides crisis services and support to young people who have been sexually abused. Our second concert of 2018 will feature: * Beethoven – Leonore Overture No.3 * Wagner – Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde (with soprano Lee Abrahmsen) * Sibelius – Symphony No.1 Tickets can be purchased at the door at standard prices (cash…
Find out more »Lawrence Power | Shostakovich
Lawrence Power is one of the world’s greatest living violists, celebrated across the globe as an imaginative and brilliant musician. For his first ANAM residency, Lawrence has gathered together a collection of startling works, culminating with Shostakovich’s own arrangement for string orchestra of his eighth string quartet, a searing, grief-stricken work, and arguably his most celebrated opus. Program BIBER - Battalia à 10 MOZART - String Quintet no. 1 in B-flat major K174 WOOLRICH< - Ulysses Awakes (after Monteverdi) SHOSTAKOVICH…
Find out more »MCO: Mozart & The Classical Age
Three great Classical composers, Haydn, Kraus and Mozart, come together for this program. Piano virtuoso Anna Goldsworthy joins the orchestra for two gems rarely heard on the Melbourne stage: Mozart’s sixth concerto, written at age 20, and the exuberant D major concerto of Haydn.
Find out more »SYO: European Winter
Brian Buggy OAM once again brings the music of the stage to life with SYO to mark the centenary of one of the greatest composers and conductors of the 21st century, Leonard Bernstein. Including all the great tunes and themes from the musical, this concert will showcase the talent of one of Australia's best youth orchestras. SYO PHILHARMONIC Conducted by celebrated Australian musician, composer and educator Brian Buggy OAM, SYOP welcomes a full symphony orchestra to tackle sweeping orchestral works.…
Find out more »SYO: Winter Showcase
Join us as our students showcase their learning each term in a concert all are welcome to attend. These concerts are the perfect opportunity to come and see what SYO is all about. Young children are welcome at Sydney Youth Orchestra concerts. For all performances, children two years of age or older must have a ticket (even if the accompanying adult intends to sit the child on his/her knees). This concert is General Admission. Doors will open 30 minutes prior…
Find out more »MCO: Mozart & The Classical Age
Three great Classical composers, Haydn, Kraus and Mozart, come together for this program. Piano virtuoso Anna Goldsworthy joins the orchestra for two gems rarely heard on the Melbourne stage: Mozart’s sixth concerto, written at age 20, and the exuberant D major concerto of Haydn.
Find out more »A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »Beginnings to New Ends
Generations converge as Ensemble Offspring pits Artistic Director and leading percussionist Claire Edwardes against up-and-coming instrumental talent Georgina Oakes. Claire performs a set of colourful percussion solos, written in collaboration with emerging female composers. Alongside her will be Ensemble Offspring’s first-ever Associate Artist, clarinettist Georgina Oakes, who returns from 10 years in Europe to wow us with her new music pedigree working with the likes of Pierre Boulez and Tristan Murail. We can’t wait to welcome her on board. You’ll…
Find out more »Images [Book 1]
Debussy100 is a 12-month project to mark the 100th anniversary of the death of Claude Debussy. Led by a collection of national and international pianists, hear the complete piano and chamber music of Claude Debussy, including 100 titled movements for the keyboard. This concert, led by one of Australia's most distinguished musicians, pianist Ian Munro, features Book 1 of the highly evocative Images by Debussy and the world premiere of Lyle Chan's Sonata no. 6 (from Six Sonatas for Diverse…
Find out more »Family Fun Opera – “Don Pasquale”
Opera the whole family can enjoy! Opera Bites, Sydney's favourite boutique opera company brings you a fully costumed, condensed comic opera for a truly accessible opera experience. Sung in English, this lively performance is perfect for opera newbies and seasoned opera-goers alike. Student, Concession and Family Tickets available. Early booking is recommended as our events regularly sell out. Don Pasquale Comic opera at its best! A vivacious romp through mistaken identity in one of Donizetti’s most brilliant and popular operas, Don Pasquale.…
Find out more »Avan Yu – Sydney Recital
Avan Yu, winner of the 2012 Sydney International Piano Competition, will perform an exclusive recital in Sydney on 30 June at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. The program will include Mozart’s Piano Sonata No.18 in D Major K.576, Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, Liszt’s Sonetto 123 and 104 del Petrarca S.161, and Sonata in B minor S.178. One of Canada’s most exciting young pianists, Yu won his first national piano competition, the Canadian Music Competition, at the age of 13.…
Find out more »Opera Bites: Opera Wine & Dine Series – “Masquerade Ball”
You are invited to dine at one of Sydney CBD’s most beautiful heritage listed dining rooms whilst luxuriating in some of the opera world's most beautiful music. Be treated like royalty for the night! Back by popular demand! Opera Bites has once again partnered with The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel to bring you an unforgettable evening of fully costumed popular opera complete with a bespoke menu and select fine wines to match. As you step through the doors of this breath-taking heritage listed dining room…
Find out more »Evening Concert Series: Schubertiade
In the return of our annual Schubertiade, internationally renowned Australian musicians Andrew Goodwin and Daniel de Borah are sure to delight with selections from Die Schöne Müllerin and Liederkreis. Join us for a cozy winter’s evening of fine music with mulled wine on arrival and Viennese Sachertorte and coffee during interval. Artists Andrew Goodwin - Tenor Daniel de Borah - Piano Program Schubert - Die Schöne Müllerin (abridged) Schubert - Impromptus D. 935, No. 1 and No. 2 Schumann -…
Find out more »Acacia Quartet Presents 4 + Viola!
Acacia Quartet has the pleasure of being able to present another program of viola quintets with international viola soloist Emile Cantor.
Find out more »Musica Viva Coffee Concert: Winners of the MICMC
Enjoy the winners of The Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition fresh from the victory in this exclusive experience for Sydney audiences.
Find out more »The Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship Final
Eight of the most promising young singers from Australia and New Zealand will perform accompanied by the North Sydney Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Steven Hillinger, in The Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship Final. One of the most coveted awards for young opera singers, it has launched the careers of countless Australian opera singers since it began in 1933. This event launched the career of Dame Joan Sutherland in 1949, and 84 years on, its winners and finalists…
Find out more »Avan Yu – Melbourne Recital
Avan Yu, winner of the 2012 Sydney International Piano Competition, will perform an exclusive recital in Melbourne on 26 July at Camberwell Grammar School. The program will include Mozart’s Piano Sonata No.18 in D Major K.576, Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, Liszt’s Sonetto 123 and 104 del Petrarca S.161, and Sonata in B minor S.178. One of Canada’s most exciting young pianists, Yu won his first national piano competition, the Canadian Music Competition, at the age of 13. Four years…
Find out more »A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »Flinders Quartet: Midsummer Mendelssohn Gala (A Prelude in Tea Concert)
Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles.
Find out more »Australia Ensemble: Free Lunchtime Concert
Bask in the beautiful sounds of one of the country’s leading chamber ensembles, as the Australia Ensemble present a free lunch hour concert.
Find out more »The Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Drs Orchestra Instrumental Scholarship Final
The Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Drs Orchestra Instrumental Scholarship attracts the finest players from across the nation. The final is always an inspiring occasion that no devotee of classical music should miss. Sponsored by the NSW Doctors Orchestra- Musicus Medicus and The Brian Shearman Memorial Trust Fund the Scholarship itself endeavours to discover and encourage an outstanding instrumentalist in the fields of strings (bowed and plucked), woodwind or brass instruments. Two Finalists will also be invited to compete in the ‘2018…
Find out more »Australia Ensemble: Brahms and Mozart
A musical legacy in and of itself, this concert pays homage to the nature of artistic inheritance and influence that left many composers overlooked in favour of former colleagues.
Find out more »MCO: Vivaldi’s Violins
From a humble orphanage in Venice, Antonio Vivaldi wrote some of the most celebrated, and fiendishly difficult, concertos of the Baroque era. Leading violinist Sophie Rowell joins members of Melbourne Chamber Orchestra for a concert dedicated to some of the most spectacular of these concertos.
Find out more »Vivaldi’s Violins
From a humble orphanage in Venice, Antonio Vivaldi wrote some of the most celebrated, and fiendishly difficult, concertos of the Baroque era. Leading violinist Sophie Rowell joins members of Melbourne Chamber Orchestra for a concert dedicated to some of the most spectacular of these concertos.
Find out more »Meet the Orchestra – Peter Seymour Orchestra
The conductor started with a tap tap tap and the strings began to sing la-la-la . Then the flutes joined in with a tootle toot too and the trumpets butted in with a pah-pa-rah-pa! And the sound of the drums shook the room with a boom, boom boom! Meet the Orchestra concerts are a wonderful way to introduce orchestral music to families and young children. Performed by the SYO's Peter Seymour Orchestra, this relaxed and informal concert has been specially…
Find out more »A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »ARCO | Poetical Memories: Elegiac & Daring
The sublime string section of the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra takes centre stage in this program
Find out more »ARCO | Poetical Melodies: Elegiac & Daring
The sublime string section of the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra takes centre stage in this program from the Romantic period
Find out more »A Prelude in Tea 2018
TICKETS: From $16-$48. Afternoon tea served from 2:30pm. Concert commences at 3:30pm. 2018 Sunday Series: A Prelude in Tea Join us on the last Sunday of the month for a scrumptious afternoon tea and concert from some of Australia’s best and most exciting small ensembles. Chamber Music Series: With the Streeton Trio, the Flinders Quartet, The Seraphim Trio and more, A Prelude in Tea chamber music concert is the perfect Sunday afternoon out for chamber music lovers. Song Series: Seven sublime Song Series concerts from some of…
Find out more »MCO: España!
Christoph Denoth is one of the world’s finest guitarists. In his Australian debut, Christoph joins MCO for a passionate celebration of life, love, music and dance through music of Spain, including Rodrigo’s treasured Concierto de Aranjuez and music of Albéniz, Malats & Granados.
Find out more »Spring Orchestral Fundamentals Showcase
Join us as our students showcase their learning each term in a concert all are welcome to attend. These concerts are the perfect opportunity to come and see what SYO is all about. Additional Information: Young children are welcome at Sydney Youth Orchestra concerts. For all performances, children two years of age or older must have a ticket (even if the accompanying adult intends to sit the child on his/her knees).
Find out more »Evening Concert Series: Requiem
The Elder Conservatorium Chorale joins with the Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra in what promises to be a captivating evening of French music. Honours student Madeleine Stewart is set to dazzle in Chaminade’s Concertino for Flute. The concert culminates in a performance of Fauré’s serene Requiem, conducted by Carl Crossin OAM. Artists Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra Luke Dollman - Conductor Madeleine Stewart - Flute Elder Conservatorium - Chorale Carl Crossin - Conductor Program Chaminade - Concertino for Flute Debussy - La…
Find out more »MCO: España!
Christoph Denoth is one of the world’s finest guitarists. In his Australian debut, Christoph joins MCO for a passionate celebration of life, love, music and dance through music of Spain, including Rodrigo’s treasured Concierto de Aranjuez and music of Albéniz, Malats & Granados.
Find out more »Australia Ensemble: Free Lunchtime Concert
Bask in the beautiful sounds of one of the country’s leading chamber ensembles, as the Australia Ensemble present a free lunch hour concert.
Find out more »Opera Bites: Opera Wine & Dine Series – “Sultry Spanish Nights”
You are invited to dine at one of Sydney CBD’s most beautiful heritage listed dining rooms whilst luxuriating in some of the opera world's most beautiful music. Be treated like royalty for the night! Back by popular demand! Opera Bites has once again partnered with The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel to bring you an unforgettable evening of fully costumed popular opera complete with a bespoke menu and select fine wines to match. As you step through the doors of this breath-taking heritage listed dining room…
Find out more »Australia Ensemble: Schubert and the Guitar
The relationship between Schubert and the guitar may appear tenuous at best, however it forms the basis of a beautiful program, one which draws together music from the nineteenth century with sparkling Australian chamber works for guitar.
Find out more »Burgundian Consort Recital: The Spheres
The Burgundian Consort has existed as an elite arm of the Collegium Musicum Choir for many years (since about 1985).
Find out more »Evening Concert Series: Melba Quartet
Elgar’s expressive quintet, full of nuance and passion, is brought to life by Lucinda Collins, Head of Keyboard at the Elder Conservatorium, and the Melba Quartet. Beethoven’s thirteenth string quartet is bold and unpredictable, and performed here as originally intended – with the magnificent Grosse Fuge as the final movement. Artists Lucinda Collins - Piano Program Elgar - Quintet in A minor for Piano and String Quartet, Op. 84 Beethoven - String Quartet No. 13 in B flat Major, Op.…
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