On the first Wednesday of every month, the historic St Jude's Church in Bowral comes alive with music performed by dedicated and passionate young artists. Given the freedom to curate a program of their choice, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave the music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
Music and Tea at Wollongong Art Gallery is a morning of musical wonder, showcasing dedicated and passionate young artists who share the joy of music with the community. Given the freedom to curate a program, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave their music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
Chills, Thrills and Cymbals Percussionist Claire Edwardes stars, Benjamin Northey conducts the orchestra while host Will Newbery conducts the laughs. Strings, swans, and that shower scene. What’s more famous – the knife-wielding madman dressed up as his mum, or the sound of strings shrieking through the air? Bernard Herrmann’s music helped turn Psycho into an iconic film, […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Tales presents a compelling exploration of narrative in music, featuring pianist Michael Song performing programmatic piano works by Cécile Chaminade, Frank Bridge, and Nikolai Medtner. Unified by their shared engagement with storytelling, these compositions draw inspiration from fairy-like and supernatural beings, as well as the vibrant world of Russian folklore. Chaminade's works capture the enchantment of […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Music by Telemann, Corelli, Locatelli, Handel and Bach Join us at the Mosman Art Gallery where we'll take you on a musical exploration of pastoral Italy and Germany in the Baroque era. This intimate concert will feature some of the finest works by Telemann, Corelli, Locatelli, Handel, and Bach, performed by an exceptional and world-class ensemble of musicians on period […]
Hayes Street Studio presents a dynamic recital featuring co-directors flautist Rosie Gallagher and pianist Lee Dionne. The duo explores a diverse program of music spanning from Bach’s church’s in Leipzig to tall ships on the Atlantic, traveling around the world and through time, exploring the flute as an instrument with the ability to dance, sing, […]
‘Behold, the sea itself!’ For his first symphony, Ralph Vaughan Williams took the poetry of Walt Whitman and transformed it into a magnificent musical creation for choir and orchestra, reaching out to us across the decades with all the optimism of the dawning 20th century. It’s the kind of music that choirs absolutely love – visceral and […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
Experience the Timeless Beauty of Bach! Join the Canberra Bach Ensemble for an extraordinary evening of music at St Christopher's Cathedral, Canberra. Be transported by the profound artistry of J.S. Bach as they perform his cantatas for Jubilate: BWV 12, 13, 146, and 103. After their appearance at last year's Bach Festival in Leipzig, Germany, […]
Seraphim Trio is as much a lifelong friendship as a chamber ensemble. This shines through an unusually longstanding collaboration in the finesse and impeccable quality of their performances. In our 75th year, Seraphim Trio will delight us with Mozart’s E-major masterpiece, the only trios written by Debussy and Tchaikovsky and a trio arrangement of Lili […]
Experience the splendour of live music at free lunchtime concerts in NSW Parliament's Fountain Court. At each concert, musicians from the Sydney Youth Orchestras, Sydney Conservatorium of Music and other talented organisations and groups will play a selection of pieces ranging from classical through to contemporary movements. You are invited to join us at NSW […]
Estonian composer Erkki-Sven Tüür once said you don’t need a full orchestra to create a powerful soundscape, and in this intimate salon concert, Véronique Serret and Blair Harris show how a violin and a cello can create the richness and power of a string quartet – synergy and symmetry in action Their program plays to the drama […]
Join violist Somerset Peede and pianist Stefan Christie for an evening devoted to rarely performed 19th century works for viola and piano. This recital features two substantial sonatas by Philipp Scharwenka and Henri Vieuxtemps, composers whose contributions to the viola repertoire deserve wider recognition. Philipp Scharwenka's Viola Sonata (1899) showcases the composer's gift for lyrical […]
Bach Akademie's second program of the year, ‘The Class of ’85’ celebrates music of the three great composers born in 1685, Bach, Handel and Scarlatti and features soprano Susannah Lawergren in Bach’s secular cantata BWV 209 and mezzo soprano Hannah Fraser in Domenico Scarlatti’s ‘Salve Regina’. The odds are slim that three musicians of global […]
The Joan presents OSITA 6pm Based in the Blue Mountains, OSITA is an independent musician, songwriter, composer, and producer. With an academic background in jazz and bossa nova, she blends compositional influences to create synth pop music with an unashamedly Australian accent. Under OSITA, she has released two singles Skin (2019) and Sign (2020), along with two EPs Home […]
On May 30th, join us for a night to remember as LYSSA makes her highly anticipated debut at Kindred Bandroom! This debut performance marks the beginning of something special, as LYSSA steps into the spotlight to share her unique sound and musical vision, blending elements of R&B/soul, funk and more. With her powerful stage presence, this is the […]
Fresh from their international debut at the Osaka World Expo, Duo Aki presents before/now/after in an exclusive evening concert at the Mission to the Seafarers, on May 30th at 7pm. The program celebrates Australian female voices, of Imogen Ferdinando, Hayley Wolters, Keyna Wilkins and Kate Miller-Heidke, alongside works by Lachlan Skipworth and Nick Russioniello. Visual […]
Bach Akademie's second program of the year, ‘The Class of ’85’ celebrates music of the three great composers born in 1685, Bach, Handel and Scarlatti and features soprano Susannah Lawergren in Bach’s secular cantata BWV 209 and mezzo soprano Hannah Fraser in Domenico Scarlatti’s ‘Salve Regina’. The odds are slim that three musicians of global […]
QUMS is proud to present our Semester 1, 2025 Concert, Home - a memoir in movements, conducted by Guillaume Lemay-Yates and accompanied by Jerica Lau, performing a selection of music representing feelings of home, love and obscure sorrows. The concert features the world premiere of Ravens by Evangelynne Ennis and Preface by Cloud Tan, as well as the Australian Premiere of André van der […]
Sally-Anne Russell, mezzo-soprano, Anthony Halliday, piano/organ and Andrew Boyle, clarinet, present a selection of Canteloube's enchanting Songs of the Auvergne.
Come and experience the satisfaction of music that just feels right, with a warm and friendly atmosphere in a beautiful venue. You'll hear delightful inventiveness by masters of their craft, including Ignaz Pleyel and Jean-Marie Leclair... you might not know their names, but they'll instantly be your friends from the moment you hear their music! […]
The Australian Chamber Orchestra and Artistic Director Richard Tognetti return to UKARIA with a three-program weekend, featuring a combination of much-loved masterworks and important contemporary voices that showcase the ACO’s world-renowned energy and spirit. SATURDAY PACKAGE Concert One | 4.00pm | Leaves of an Unwritten Diary Concert Two | 6.00pm | Brahms' Violin Concerto Post-concert two-course dinner | 7.30pm SUNDAY […]
Bach Akademie's second program of the year, ‘The Class of ’85’ celebrates music of the three great composers born in 1685, Bach, Handel and Scarlatti and features soprano Susannah Lawergren in Bach’s secular cantata BWV 209 and mezzo soprano Hannah Fraser in Domenico Scarlatti’s ‘Salve Regina’. The odds are slim that three musicians of global […]
The Australian Chamber Orchestra and Artistic Director Richard Tognetti return to UKARIA with a three-program weekend, featuring a combination of much-loved masterworks and important contemporary voices that showcase the ACO’s world-renowned energy and spirit. SATURDAY PACKAGE Concert One | 4.00pm | Leaves of an Unwritten Diary Concert Two | 6.00pm | Brahms' Violin Concerto Post-concert two-course dinner | 7.30pm SUNDAY […]
Join the NSW Doctors Orchestra for their 2025 charity fundraising concert, Stars and Planets, featuring acclaimed marimba soloist Claire Edwardes and conductor Joanna Drimatis . This performance showcases the works of contemporary Australian female composers Sally Greenaway and Anne Cawrse, followed by celestial classics by Strauss, Holst, and Williams. Sally Greenaway: The Blue Mountains Anne Cawrse: Dare to Declare […]
VIVACE BERRIMA! Musical Matinee: Minah Choe, Cello & Daniel Herscovitch, Piano play works of sheer beauty by Schubert, Chopin, Brahms, Beethoven and Debussy. Berrima Village Hall. Includes wine @ canapes. Tickets: Lyndall 0408 839 687 or lyndall6261@gmail.com.
MPAC presents Butchulla Songman and musician Fred Leone as part of Blakout and Sundays in the Sound Gallery. His music blends traditional Aboriginal and Butchulla sounds with contemporary influences, fusing modern genres like hip-hop, electronic, and soul with storytelling and powerful melodies to create a powerful performance that blends tradition with innovation. Fred Leone is […]
Beloved culinary icon Maggie Beer join Orchestra Victoria for a special Morning Melodies performance at Arts Centre Melbourne. An opera lover, regular concertgoer and member of a choir, Maggie’s love for music has influenced her greatly. Her Morning Melodies program has been handpicked for the significance they play in her life. Maggie will be joined in […]
Beloved culinary icon Maggie Beer join Orchestra Victoria for a special Morning Melodies performance at Arts Centre Melbourne. An opera lover, regular concertgoer and member of a choir, Maggie’s love for music has influenced her greatly. Her Morning Melodies program has been handpicked for the significance they play in her life. Maggie will be joined in […]
Opera . . . in a pub? You heard right! Opera Bites brings best-loved opera hits to the relaxed atmosphere of your local pub. Opera Bites has partnered with The Harold in Glebe to bring you the world’s favourite opera highlights in the relaxed environs of a great local pub. Tickets include a 90-minute, fully […]
On the first Wednesday of every month, the historic St Jude's Church in Bowral comes alive with music performed by dedicated and passionate young artists. Given the freedom to curate a program of their choice, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave the music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
Music and Tea at Wollongong Art Gallery is a morning of musical wonder, showcasing dedicated and passionate young artists who share the joy of music with the community. Given the freedom to curate a program, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave their music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
Chills, Thrills and Cymbals Percussionist Claire Edwardes stars, Benjamin Northey conducts the orchestra while host Will Newbery conducts the laughs. Strings, swans, and that shower scene. What’s more famous – the knife-wielding madman dressed up as his mum, or the sound of strings shrieking through the air? Bernard Herrmann’s music helped turn Psycho into an iconic film, […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Tales presents a compelling exploration of narrative in music, featuring pianist Michael Song performing programmatic piano works by Cécile Chaminade, Frank Bridge, and Nikolai Medtner. Unified by their shared engagement with storytelling, these compositions draw inspiration from fairy-like and supernatural beings, as well as the vibrant world of Russian folklore. Chaminade's works capture the enchantment of […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Music by Telemann, Corelli, Locatelli, Handel and Bach Join us at the Mosman Art Gallery where we'll take you on a musical exploration of pastoral Italy and Germany in the Baroque era. This intimate concert will feature some of the finest works by Telemann, Corelli, Locatelli, Handel, and Bach, performed by an exceptional and world-class ensemble of musicians on period […]
‘Behold, the sea itself!’ For his first symphony, Ralph Vaughan Williams took the poetry of Walt Whitman and transformed it into a magnificent musical creation for choir and orchestra, reaching out to us across the decades with all the optimism of the dawning 20th century. It’s the kind of music that choirs absolutely love – visceral and […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
Hayes Street Studio presents a dynamic recital featuring co-directors flautist Rosie Gallagher and pianist Lee Dionne. The duo explores a diverse program of music spanning from Bach’s church’s in Leipzig to tall ships on the Atlantic, traveling around the world and through time, exploring the flute as an instrument with the ability to dance, sing, […]
We’re excited to welcome back our energetic and visionary Artistic Director Peter Clark in June as we continue the West Phil Chamber Orchestra’s flagship series: The Advocates. Following the resounding success of Part 1, we now proudly present The Advocates: Part 2—an even deeper dive into the unique voices shaping our musical landscape. This second […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
Fire, ice and breathtaking virtuosity. Fearless Swedish-Norwegian violin virtuoso Johan Dalene makes his Australian debut with eloquent pianist Jennifer Marten-Smith, playing Ravel, Grieg, Rautavaara and a new commission from dynamic young composer Jack Frerer. Swedish-Norwegian violinist Johan Dalene grabbed the world’s attention when he won the prestigious Carl Nielsen International Competition in 2019, and he has just been […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
Join Cedar at the Clifton School of Arts for one hour of crazily beautiful music. Ysaÿe Solo Sonata No. 2 Obsession ii. Malinconia iii. Danse des Ombres; Sarabande iv. Les furies J.S. Bach, Solo Sonata No. 2 in A minor i. Grave ii. Fuga iii. Andante iv. Allegro Ernst, The Last Rose of Summer ‘fantasy woven around an […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
French chamber music has long been lauded for its complexity and sophistication, and nowhere is this better exemplified than in Ravel’s masterly string quartet. In this concert, PCQ pairs the Ravel with the work of the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a darling of the eighteenth-century French court whose eventful life recently became the subject of the […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art help them understand the […]
From Bach to Britten As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? How does their art […]
Well-known for her boldly imaginative explorations of modern music, expressionist pianist Danaë Killian returns to the Orphean world and otherworld of her first love: the sublime classical music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. PROGRAM Phantasie, K475 Sonata in C minor, K457 interval Sonata in B flat, K570 Rondo in A minor, K511 Sonata in D, K576 […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
French chamber music has long been lauded for its complexity and sophistication, and nowhere is this better exemplified than in Ravel’s masterly string quartet. In this concert, PCQ pairs the Ravel with the work of the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a darling of the eighteenth-century French court whose eventful life recently became the subject of the […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy […]
Fire, ice and breathtaking virtuosity. Fearless Swedish-Norwegian violin virtuoso Johan Dalene makes his Australian debut with eloquent pianist Jennifer Marten-Smith, playing Ravel, Grieg, Rautavaara and a new commission from dynamic young composer Jack Frerer. Swedish-Norwegian violinist Johan Dalene grabbed the world’s attention when he won the prestigious Carl Nielsen International Competition in 2019, and he has just been […]
French chamber music has long been lauded for its complexity and sophistication, and nowhere is this better exemplified than in Ravel’s masterly string quartet. In this concert, PCQ pairs the Ravel with the work of the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a darling of the eighteenth-century French court whose eventful life recently became the subject of the […]
Journey Through Love's Emotions in Four Seasons 6-15 June Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Blackheath Love’s Four Seasons invites audiences into the intimate landscape of relationships, tracing the emotional highs and lows of love through the changing seasons. Led by Guest Director Eamonn Dougan (The Sixteen, I Fagiolini, Britten Sinfonia Voices), the ensemble explores the dramatic […]
Luminescence celebrates our first decade! Join Luminescence Chamber Singers and Luminescence Children’s Choir as we reflect on 10 years of song, and look toward building the next chapter. This fundraising gala features performances by Luminescence Children’s Choir and Luminescence Chamber Singers, including the premiere of a new work by Elena Kats-Chernin. Ticket price includes a […]
Rockdale Opera Company presents The Merry Wives of Windsor by Otto Nicolai (based on the Shakespeare play of the same name) A comic opera overflowing with charm, mischief... and one very wet knight! Sir John Falstaff has a plan: woo two wealthy Windsor wives and ride off with their fortunes. What could possibly go wrong? […]
Enchanting classical music celebrating Spain’s beautiful culture and rich history Excelsia Chamber Orchestra is a local community string orchestra based at Excelsia College, Macquarie Park, under the leadership of conductor Dr. Sadaharu Muramatsu. Our orchestra is dedicated to enriching our community through the power of music. Our chamber orchestra has meticulously prepared an enchanting captivating […]
The Organ Music Society of Sydney celebrates its Diamond Jubilee in 2025 and so we have an International Organ Festival as part of the celebrations.
Fire, ice and breathtaking virtuosity. Fearless Swedish-Norwegian violin virtuoso Johan Dalene makes his Australian debut with eloquent pianist Jennifer Marten-Smith, playing Ravel, Grieg, Rautavaara and a new commission from dynamic young composer Jack Frerer. Swedish-Norwegian violinist Johan Dalene grabbed the world’s attention when he won the prestigious Carl Nielsen International Competition in 2019, and he has just been […]
Join the Early Music Collective Sydney for a captivating journey through the rich and diverse soundscape of Baroque Italy. Featuring music by Banchieri, Caccini, Castello, Cima, Gabrieli, Kapsberger, Monteverdi, Ortiz, Picchi, Strozzi, and Uccellini, this concert showcases the brilliance of 17th-century Italian composers who shaped the era’s musical landscape. Performed by an exceptional ensemble of […]
Fire, ice and breathtaking virtuosity Fearless Swedish-Norwegian violin virtuoso Johan Dalene makes his Australian debut with eloquent pianist Jennifer Marten-Smith, playing Ravel, Grieg, Rautavaara and a new commission from dynamic young composer Jack Frerer. Swedish-Norwegian violinist Johan Dalene grabbed the world’s attention when he won the prestigious Carl Nielsen International Competition in 2019, and he has just been […]
The ensemble’s dear friend Erin Helyard returns to lead this beautiful all-Mozart program. As composer and performer, Wolfgang was shaped by two Austrian cities: his birthplace, Salzburg, with which he had a love-hate relationship, and his chosen home of Vienna. Between the two, the picturesque town (now city) of Linz was never more than a […]
The ensemble’s dear friend Erin Helyard returns to lead this beautiful all-Mozart program. As composer and performer, Wolfgang was shaped by two Austrian cities: his birthplace, Salzburg, with which he had a love-hate relationship, and his chosen home of Vienna. Between the two, the picturesque town (now city) of Linz was never more than a […]
Bedřich Smetana’s The Moldau is one of the most spellbinding depictions of nature in classical music, capturing the magic of a gentle stream in the mountains that becomes a surging river, carrying the listener through the Czech countryside. Dr Nicholas Milton AM and the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra take you on this incredible journey, before two […]
The Metropolitan Orchestra (TMO) return to Riverside Theatres in Parramatta for a special event. This sublime family concert opens with Copland’s iconic Fanfare for the Common Man, a stirring tribute to strength and resilience followed by Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra which showcases the virtuosity of each instrument in a dazzling display of orchestral colour. After […]
Experience cinematic and theatrical magic as you’ve never heard before! A Night at the Theatre will take you on a journey through some of the most iconic and beloved melodies from film and stage. From the epic scores of John Williams, Hans Zimmer to the captivating musicals of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Rodgers & Hammerstein II, and Disney classics, this performance brings the best […]
Following his successful composition premieres: Singapore Impressions: 8 pieces for pipa & piano (2023) & Double features, a six-movement operetta (2024), Chen Le is having his violin composition premiered for the first time ever in Sydney. Le's 12 Caprices are named after important dates, natural phenomenon and his connection with the universe. Each one tells […]
Bedřich Smetana’s The Moldau is one of the most spellbinding depictions of nature in classical music, capturing the magic of a gentle stream in the mountains that becomes a surging river, carrying the listener through the Czech countryside. Dr Nicholas Milton AM and the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra take you on this incredible journey, before two […]
The ensemble’s dear friend Erin Helyard returns to lead this beautiful all-Mozart program. As composer and performer, Wolfgang was shaped by two Austrian cities: his birthplace, Salzburg, with which he had a love-hate relationship, and his chosen home of Vienna. Between the two, the picturesque town (now city) of Linz was never more than a […]
Rockdale Opera Company presents The Merry Wives of Windsor by Otto Nicolai (based on the Shakespeare play of the same name) A comic opera overflowing with charm, mischief... and one very wet knight! Sir John Falstaff has a plan: woo two wealthy Windsor wives and ride off with their fortunes. What could possibly go wrong? […]
Charismatic Scottish-Australian classical accordion maestro James Crabb traverses musical centuries with Australia’s recorder virtuoso, Genevieve Lacey, performing music by Bach, Ortiz, Palestrina, Keller, Barbeler, Beamish, and traditional Scottish tunes. Recorder and accordion are a rare combination. Strictly speaking, there’s only a tiny amount of music specifically written for these unassuming instruments. Yet they carry many […]
A musical journey through atmospheric musical “Postcards” by Borodin, Faure, Vivaldi, Piazzolla, Janacek and Lobbia. Acclaimed soloist Matt Styles is joining Allegri Chamber Orchestra for this unique concert at St Patrick’s Anglican Church Mt Lawley. WORLD PREMIERE OF “FOUR POSTCARDS FROM PERTH” CONCERTO FOR SAXOPHONE AND ORCHESTRA by Simone Lobbia. Concert Program: “Four Postcards from […]
Fire, ice and breathtaking virtuosity Fearless Swedish-Norwegian violin virtuoso Johan Dalene makes his Australian debut with eloquent pianist Jennifer Marten-Smith, playing Ravel, Grieg, Rautavaara and a new commission from dynamic young composer Jack Frerer. Swedish-Norwegian violinist Johan Dalene grabbed the world’s attention when he won the prestigious Carl Nielsen International Competition in 2019, and he has just been […]
Experience the splendour of live music at free lunchtime concerts in NSW Parliament's Fountain Court. At each concert, musicians from the Sydney Youth Orchestras, Sydney Conservatorium of Music and other talented organisations and groups will play a selection of pieces ranging from classical through to contemporary movements. You are invited to join us at NSW […]
Rio Xiang piano and Cedar Newman violin Ludwig van Beethoven, Sonata for Piano and Violin Sonata in D maj. No.1, Op.12 César Franck, Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano Maurice Ravel, Violin and Piano Sonata No. 2 A recently formed duo, Rio and Cedar, share a musical heritage that gives them great joy […]
In an historic 11th year in residence with Camerata, the ARIA-nominated Orava Quartet returns with three epic masterpieces of chamber music by three of the great composers: Beethoven, Schumann and Shostakovich. Beethoven's String Quartet No. 1 heralded the beginning of what would become one of the greatest cycles of music in the entire Western Classical […]
Showcasing heavenly voices of choirs of all ages, the Sydney Eisteddfod Choral Championships delight audiences with the power of singing. Don’t miss your chance to hear some of the best choirs in Australia performing in front of leading Australian choral experts, with participants chosen from the choral events throughout the 2025 Festival. This Double Feature […]
The Offering blends spoken word and live music to create a powerful, poetic seafaring tale woven with oral histories and personal narratives. National Theatre of Parramatta are proud to be producing the full theatrical premiere of The Offering (A Plastic Ocean Oratorio) by award-winning rapper and poet Omar Musa (Since Ali Died) and renowned American cellist and composer […]
The Regional Youth Orchestra NSW will present a special farewell concert before departing on their 2025 European tour. This performance will feature young musicians from across regional NSW in a full orchestral program. The Regional Youth Orchestra NSW (RYO) is an audition-based youth orchestra for talented students from NSW Regional Conservatoriums. RYO provides students opportunities […]
In an historic 11th year in residence with Camerata, the ARIA-nominated Orava Quartet returns with three epic masterpieces of chamber music by three of the great composers: Beethoven, Schumann and Shostakovich. Beethoven's String Quartet No. 1 heralded the beginning of what would become one of the greatest cycles of music in the entire Western Classical […]
The Offering blends spoken word and live music to create a powerful, poetic seafaring tale woven with oral histories and personal narratives. National Theatre of Parramatta are proud to be producing the full theatrical premiere of The Offering (A Plastic Ocean Oratorio) by award-winning rapper and poet Omar Musa (Since Ali Died) and renowned American cellist and composer […]
To see a World in a Grain of Sand And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour. These words by William Blake have fascinated Eric Whitacre for years, and his obsession has taken shape as an hour-long meditation in sound – a musical guide […]
The Joan presents MIGRET 6pm Migret is an indie-electronica band from Sydney, Australia, formed in 2019 by Argentinian-born couple Betsy and Fran. Their debut studio album, Un montón de casas, released independently in 2019, is now sold out. After touring Argentina and releasing a series of singles, the band is now building a home on wheels […]
Brieley Cutting (piano) and Kristian Winther (violin) look forward to sharing their recital centring on major classics from the French and German repertory, with all masterworks on the program composed within 50 years of one another and linked by their glowing, radiant sounds and uplifting moods. Performing together since their formative years at the Australian […]
The Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Junior Scholarship provides a unique platform for aspiring young Australian pianists to perform to their best level for a life-changing scholarship. Young artists play masterpieces on a stunning Kawai Shigeru grand piano, adjudicated by leading pianists, Edward Neeman and Brieley Cutting, with the potential for international travel and new horizons. Sydney […]
The Offering blends spoken word and live music to create a powerful, poetic seafaring tale woven with oral histories and personal narratives. National Theatre of Parramatta are proud to be producing the full theatrical premiere of The Offering (A Plastic Ocean Oratorio) by award-winning rapper and poet Omar Musa (Since Ali Died) and renowned American cellist and composer […]
Immerse yourself in a world of fantasy and passion with The Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship as the next generation of Australian opera stars perform for one of Australia’s highest Opera Scholarships, valued at a life-changing $45,000. This event was established with the first Sydney Eisteddfod in 1933 to discover the finest voices throughout Australia and […]
The Offering blends spoken word and live music to create a powerful, poetic seafaring tale woven with oral histories and personal narratives. National Theatre of Parramatta are proud to be producing the full theatrical premiere of The Offering (A Plastic Ocean Oratorio) by award-winning rapper and poet Omar Musa (Since Ali Died) and renowned American cellist and composer […]
This concert program features works that celebrate those who strive to make the world a brighter place. Experience Sibelius’s powerful tone poem Finlandia, a heartfelt violin solo of Schindler’s List performed by Greta Lee, selections from the films Incredibles 2 and Star Wars: The Force Awakens and exhilarating works for wind band. More details on our website, tickets available […]
6 individual finalists in the 2025 NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition & the multiple instruments concerto section winners will perform their selected concerto with orchestra on Sunday 29 June, competing for prizes and performance opportunities. 2025 is the 41st year the Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra (KPO) has run the NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition. Conductor: Paul Terracini […]
Prepare to be drawn into "Mirage," a hallucinatory experience where the natural world's desecration unfolds through spectral sound and symbolist verse. Performers Jack Symonds, Jane Sheldon and Blair Harris present music by Saariaho, Faure, Dusapin, Sheldon and Symonds. Their spectral sounds creating a mesmerizing, dreamlike experience, a shimmering, unsettling illusion. ARTISTS Jack Symonds - piano […]
The Australian National Choral Association is thrilled to bring the exceptional Dr Christopher Kiver to Australia in 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to work with this outstanding choral clinician through ANCA events and exclusive workshops! 10am-1pm: Vocal Pedagogy and Rehearsal Techniques Workshop 2pm-4pm: Festival Choir Dr Kiver is a sought-after clinician, frequently guest-conducting and adjudicating […]
Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Organ Music in Australia (1825 - 2025) FREE Admission Classical organist extraordinaire Thomas Heywood celebrates the 200th anniversary of organ music in Australia with a spectacular concert of classical favourites performed on the Melbourne Town Hall Grand Organ. With great fanfare, Australia’s very first pipe organ had its first public […]
On the first Wednesday of every month, the historic St Jude's Church in Bowral comes alive with music performed by dedicated and passionate young artists. Given the freedom to curate a program of their choice, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave the music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
Join us for our 30th birthday celebration as an international cast of the hottest composers working today, Ensemble Offspring in full force, and soprano Jane Sheldon come together for a divinely dark program that transcends the rituals of the concert hall. A turbulent sonic dreamworld frames the works of David T. Little and Lisa Illean, […]
Music and Tea at Wollongong Art Gallery is a morning of musical wonder, showcasing dedicated and passionate young artists who share the joy of music with the community. Given the freedom to curate a program, many young performers highlight lesser-known composers, premiere new works, and weave their music around a central theme. Attracting some of […]
The Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Senior Piano Scholarship is a pivotal event, creating momentum for a promising young pianist as they embark upon a professional career. This highly competitive event is a chance for the pianists to perform in a world class venue and fill the space with the sound of the stunning Kawai grand piano […]
Join us for our 30th birthday celebration as an international cast of the hottest composers working today, Ensemble Offspring in full force, and soprano Jane Sheldon come together for a divinely dark program that transcends the rituals of the concert hall. A turbulent sonic dreamworld frames the works of David T. Little and Lisa Illean, […]
A stellar Brisbane cast and an Australian first, The Boor is an operatic gem set to have you hooked from the first laugh. A young widow sits alone in the drawing room of a country manor. Around her the space, once full of splendour, has gone into decline. In the centre of the room is […]
Celebrate the beauty and the thrill of new music in this gala concert, as we give the world premiere performances of five pieces specially commissioned by Sydney Chamber Choir from five of the most exciting compositional talents in the country, each exploring a different facet of what love can mean. And then experience the emotional […]
Experience a showcase of talented young instrumentalists playing iconic music at the Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Doctors Orchestra Instrumental Scholarships. The scholarship attracts the finest talent from Australia and since it began in 2006, just under 350 aspiring instrumentalists have performed. The Scholarship offers a Senior and a Junior Award with generous prizes to support the […]
Directed by Marco Bellasi, with Pianist, Ayesha Gough, Coolamon Singers offers the poignant calm of Michael Haydn's Requiem in C Minor with acclaimed soloists, soprano Gaynor Morgan, tenor Gregory Massingham, bass Patrick Donnelly, and rising star, mezzo-soprano Morgan Rosati. Historically unjustly considered a lesser composer than brother Franz Joseph, Michael Haydn’s greatness pervades the lyricism, grandeur, and complexity […]
A stellar Brisbane cast and an Australian first, The Boor is an operatic gem set to have you hooked from the first laugh. A young widow sits alone in the drawing room of a country manor. Around her the space, once full of splendour, has gone into decline. In the centre of the room is […]
2025 CHILDREN'S CONCERTS 30 minutes of music, and instrumental show-and-tell in a relaxed and informal setting. Perfect for young ones who are curious about music but might not have the attention to sit through the full main concert! NOTE: Due to the tight timing of our whole concert day, we begin promptly at 3pm Pre-concert […]
2025 Chamber Series | Past Meets Future At some point, old music was new music! But there is something special about baroque music that inspires composers from the future. Is it the harmonic craftsmanship, the unique sound world, the pure emotions and characters, or the rhetorical forms common to all languages? Join Apeiron and our […]
MPAC welcomes Yorta Yorta winyarr Allara as part of Blakout and Sundays in the Sound Gallery. Allara is an award-winning storyteller, musician, composer, sound designer, producer and curator. With humour and integrity, Allara uses the double bass and sound samples from Country to weave textures for healing in her work I am Sovereign, I am […]