Embark on a odyssey with the Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra as we delve into the world of musical INNOVATION under the expert baton of returning conductor Warwick Tyrrell.

Join us and be part of history as we proudly present the world premiere of a new work, Dance of the Time Fairy that the Woollahra Philharmonic has commissioned from our patron, the esteemed Australian composer, Elena Kats-Chernin. We are thrilled to be working with Elena Kats-Chernin and we are excited to share this premiere with you!

By popular demand, Phillip Shovk, the much loved piano virtuoso returns for another season with the WPO to take centre stage and  breathe life into Saint-Saëns’s dramatic and spectacular Piano Concerto No.2. The intricate dance between soloist and orchestra is magical and will be an unforgettable highlight of the year.

The musical innovations continue as we explore a rare arrangement of Grieg’s spectacularly beautiful Holberg Suite;  a heartfelt tribute to the elegance of the Baroque era originally penned by the composer for solo piano, and then re-penned by Grieg into an arrangement for string orchestra. In this concert, the suite is again reworked into an arrangement for full orchestra.

INNOVATION is not merely a concert; it is a jubilant celebration of artistic evolution and the transformative power of music. Secure your seats now and be part of this extraordinary celebration with the WPO and be a part of history!

ARTISTS

Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra

Conductor – Warwick Tyrell

Piano – Phillip Shovk

PROGRAM

KATS CHERNIN                Dance of the Time Fairy (World Premiere)

SAINT-SAËNS                     Piano Concerto No.2

GRIEG                                 Holberg Suite

This concert will run for approximately 90 minutes including interval.