Melbourne
Genesis Baroque | Dresden Concerti
Bendigo Art Gallery 42 View Street, Bendigo, VIC, AustraliaThe Dresden court was an opulent cultural hotspot in the early 18th Century under the ambitious reign of King Frederick Augustus II, who invested in developing the city as a brilliant centre of art, music, and architecture. The king attracted some of the most inventive composers from across Europe, who developed a dynamic style that reflected […]
Boroondara Eisteddfod | Piano Concerto Award
Hawthorn Arts Centre 360 Burwood oad, Hawthorn, VICTORIA, AustraliaThe final of the prestigious Boroondara Eisteddfod Piano Concerto Award hits the Hawthorn Arts Centre stage. Three finalists will be accompanied by the Camerata Orchestra, Boroondara’s own orchestra, under the baton of conductor Doug Heywood OAM. In pursuit of the coveted Piano Concerto Award, three virtuosic young pianists will perform thrilling works by Prokofiev, Schumann […]
Genesis Baroque | Dresden Concerti
Wesley Uniting Church, Melbourne 136 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThe Dresden court was an opulent cultural hotspot in the early 18th Century under the ambitious reign of King Frederick Augustus II, who invested in developing the city as a brilliant centre of art, music, and architecture. The king attracted some of the most inventive composers from across Europe, who developed a dynamic style that reflected […]
James Littlewood and Jenny Lu | Forever
Tempo Rubato 34 Breese Street, Brunswick, Victoria, AustraliaA recital with James Littlewood (trombone) and Jenny Lu (piano) The past and present collide in this program, with bittersweet nostalgia pervading works by Janáček, Kaprálová and Gabel, inspired by old stories and music. The performers’ transcription of Hindemith's Alto Horn Sonata explores the nexus between tradition and innovation, with recent works by Australian composers […]
NZTrio | Untrodden Ways
Tempo Rubato 34 Breese Street, Brunswick, Victoria, AustraliaDescribed as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (William Dart, NZ Herald), NZTrio is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent and warm kiwi stage presence. Bringing together three incredibly accomplished artists: Amalia Hall (violin), Ashley Brown (cello) and Somi Kim (piano), every NZTrio performance powerfully reaffirms the importance and cathartic nature of […]
Festival of Chamber Music 2024 | The Silence Within
Christ Church, South Yarra Punt and Toorak Rds, South Yarra, VIC, AustraliaEmbark on an intimate exploration of musical genius, where the compelling artistry of Beethoven and the evocative storytelling of Smetana come together. Join us as these two giants of music – who shared the same affliction, deafness – lead us through a profound and emotional musical journey. Featuring the mercurial talents of pianist Leigh Harrold, with […]
Jasper Ly and Peter Dumsday | BLOOM
fortyfivedownstairs 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, victoria, AustraliaMelbourne based oboist, Jasper Ly, is a versatile and dynamic performer who aims to captivate and transport his audience through musical settings ranging from classical to contemporary. Joined by pianist, Peter Dumsday, the duo proudly presents BLOOM – an evocative and atmospheric performance of modern Australian works inspired by the splendour of nature and bird songs. ARTISTS […]
Flinders Quartet | The Mendelssohns
Melbourne Recital Centre, Primrose Potter Salon, Southbank 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC, AustraliaThe Mendelssohns - a concert of words and letters from the Mendelssohns woven together by the music of Felix Mendelssohn, Fanny Mendelssohn, and Bryony Marks; with dramaturgy by Richard Piper. Fanny’s son, Sebastian Hensel, published a collection of family correspondence and together with other writings from Fanny, this special performance sees the music of Felix […]
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet | Piano+ International Recital Series
melbourne recital centre Melbourne Recital Centre, 31 Sturt Street, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaOne of the world’s foremost exponents of Debussy and Schumann. Award-winning French pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet enjoys a prolific recording and international concert career. He regularly works with The Cleveland, San Francisco Symphony, BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic orchestras, NHK Symphony Orchestra, and collaborates with many renowned conductors across the world. Bavouzet records exclusively for Chandos. […]
Australian Chamber Choir | Encores – Melbourne
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Middle Park 218 Richardson Street, Middle Park, VIC, AustraliaDuring July, the ACC presented nine concerts in Europe. After each performance, the audience applauded loud and long, sometimes rising to their feet to encourage the choir to return for a second or a third encore. The ACC sang in three international festivals – the Darmstadt International Summer Organ festival (Germany), Ceresio Summer festival (Switzerland) […]
Selby & Friends | Lonely Angel – Melbourne
Melbourne Recital Centre, Primrose Potter Salon, Southbank 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC, AustraliaSelby & Friends 2024 Season closes with a stunning and fascinating program of contrasting elements – from Spain to France, Latvia to Germany, this concert shines with national pride, fervour and melody and gives us insight into the incredible development in Europe over a short space of time of the genre of chamber music and […]
Selby & Friends | Lonely Angel – Melbourne
Melbourne Recital Centre, Primrose Potter Salon, Southbank 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC, AustraliaSelby & Friends 2024 Season closes with a stunning and fascinating program of contrasting elements – from Spain to France, Latvia to Germany, this concert shines with national pride, fervour and melody and gives us insight into the incredible development in Europe over a short space of time of the genre of chamber music and […]