Bel a cappella | Mass for Saint Cecilia November 23, 2024, Christ Church St Laurence, Sydney Monica Buckland conductor David Drury organ...
Bel a cappella
Bel a cappella’s concert with Balmain Sinfonia a sheer delight!
Bel a cappella | Sanctus August 25, 2024, St Augustine's, Balmain, NSW There was a frisson of excitement as music lovers crowded into Balmain’s...
Bel a cappella | Mass for Saint Cecilia
Works by 20th- and 21st-century composers for the patron saint of music (including 2 new works being written just for this concert), together with...
Bel a cappella premiere three Australian works that satisfy on all levels
Bel a cappella | ...and the river runs away April 20, 2024, Mosman Art Gallery, NSW Monica Buckland – conductor Josephine Allan – piano David Miller...
Bel a cappella’s delightful dissonances sent shivers
Bel a cappella | Lighten Our Darkness Saturday Sept 2, 2023, St Augustine's Church Balmain This evening concert began in mysterious darkness, as the...
Bel a cappella – All things made new…
Bel a cappella | A New Song Sunday 30 April 2023, St Augustine's Balmain Sydney has many amateur chamber choirs from which to choose, and Bel a...
Bel a cappella full of light and radiant optimism
Bel a cappella | Vidi Aquam August 21, 2022, St Augustine's Balmain With guests Coro Innominata As the clear winter light filtered through the...
Bel a cappella’s most beautiful concert
Bel a cappella | Ancient Lands May 8, 2022, St. Augustine's, Balmain, NSW On a glorious Autumn afternoon, we were blessed to be able to experience...
Taking Australian music overseas again with Bel a cappella’s inaugural composition prize
Let’s just start with the depressing bit and get it over with. This pandemic has hit the Arts sector hard. Actors, musicians, singers and the people...
Bel a cappella raised a toast to 2020 and its 25th birthday with a ‘Bel’issimo programme of music in store
December 1, 2019, “A Boy Was Born”. What better way to ring in the festive season than with a bit of Britten? Last Sunday I was fortunate enough to...
Bel a cappella’s 2019 Come & Sing Project was a super day of singing and camaraderie
It was with a light heart and high expectations that I boarded the Saturday morning ferry towards Cockatoo Island for the 2019 Bel a cappella Come...
Bel a cappella’s superbly sung concert beautifully balanced abstract with descriptive works
Entering the beautiful Cardinal Cerretti Memorial Chapel in the heights above Manly suitably prepared me for an afternoon of soaring voices and...
Bel a Cappella’s 2018 Come and Sing was monuMENTAL. A perfect way to spend the day.
On Saturday afternoon if you happened to be wandering through Sydney’s Queen Victoria Building you may have been somewhat astounded when instead of...
Bel a cappella showed unbounded enthusiasm for the carefully chosen music appreciated by a grateful audience
This was the second in Bel a cappella's annual season and I was lucky enough to hear the first. Running since 1995, they have set high standards for...
Bel a cappella – sumptuous choral music in spades
Bel a cappella’s final concert for 2017 took its name from Arnold Schonberg’s 1907 score Friede auf Erden (Peace on Earth). This harmonically rich...
Bel a cappella and Australian Baroque Brass were insightful and shone
Bel a cappella’s concert billed Motetten was, for me, memorable for a work that was not a motet – Paul Hindemith’s Apparebit repentina dies (1947)...
Bel a cappella’s Beatus was richly rewarding
A concert of composers who were recognised with a selection of works sung that were new and what a joy it was to expand one’s experience of these composers.
Bel a cappella filled the Mosman Art Gallery for A German Requiem
A capacity audience filled the Mosman Art Gallery. Bel a cappella has been around since 1995 and as the name implies they specialise in unaccompanied repertoire.
From Late Medieval Plain Chanting to Contemporary Estonian Jailhouse Rock!
The Cell Block Theatre is near perfect form showing off this group’s considerable capacities. The sopranos produced some stunning sounds and whole group produced power without unnecessary force.
Bel a Cappella’s Puer natus est and their heart firmly placed on their sleeve
The ensemble will be well prepared, the program will be well constructed and Musical Director Anthony Pasquill will have his heart firmly placed on his sleave.
A Baltic Musical Cruise with Bel a cappella
There is something special about an a capella group that sings religiously-inspired music in a church with a generous acoustic, without too much...
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The Song Company | Hark! – Newcastle
The Song Company | Hark! – Newcastle
The Song Company Christmas Start the festive season with well-loved carols and heart-melting harmonies. A Christmas concert for the whole family to enjoy together in Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and Blackheath. […]
West Australian Opera and Australian Baroque | Le Belle Immagini
West Australian Opera and Australian Baroque | Le Belle Immagini
oin us for an evening of Baroque splendor with West Australian Opera Principal Artist Brigitte Heuser, as West Australian Opera and Australian Baroque Orchestra unite to explore life's beauty in […]
Hetty Kate Trio | New Wave : Reimagined
Hetty Kate Trio | New Wave : Reimagined
This November, international jazz vocalist Hetty Kate brings her British New Wave concert to Camelot Lounge in Marrickville, NSW. On Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 8pm, four award-winning Generation X […]
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The Song Company | Hark! – Sydney
The Song Company | Hark! – Sydney
The Song Company Christmas Start the festive season with well-loved carols and heart-melting harmonies. A Christmas concert for the whole family to enjoy together in Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and Blackheath. […]
Elysian Fields | New Horizons – Dungog
Elysian Fields | New Horizons – Dungog
Impossible to pigeonhole, Elysian Fields is Australia's only (singular) electric viola da gamba band. They have appeared at classical and jazz festivals, broadcast on Australian Digital Concert Hall, and been favourably […]
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The Song Company | Hark! – Wollongong
The Song Company | Hark! – Wollongong
The Song Company Christmas Start the festive season with well-loved carols and heart-melting harmonies. A Christmas concert for the whole family to enjoy together in Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and Blackheath. […]
Elysian Fields | New Horizons – Wauchope
Elysian Fields | New Horizons – Wauchope
Impossible to pigeonhole, Elysian Fields is Australia's only (singular) electric viola da gamba band. They have appeared at classical and jazz festivals, broadcast on Australian Digital Concert Hall, and been favourably […]
Melbourne Bach Choir | Christmas Fanfare 2024
Melbourne Bach Choir | Christmas Fanfare 2024
Melbourne Bach Choir and Chamber Choir, with organ and brass quintet, present a program of seasonal music. Works include traditional carols (with audience participation and brass accompaniments), choral works by […]
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Early Music Collective Sydney | The United Tastes of the Baroque
Early Music Collective Sydney | The United Tastes of the Baroque
A Concert Celebrating French and English Masterpieces The Early Music Collective Sydney is thrilled to present The United Tastes of the Baroque, a concert that transports audiences to the rich […]
The Song Company | Hark! – Blackheath
The Song Company | Hark! – Blackheath
The Song Company Christmas Start the festive season with well-loved carols and heart-melting harmonies. A Christmas concert for the whole family to enjoy together in Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and Blackheath. […]
Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Sydney
Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Sydney
This cracker of a concert is jam-packed with stormy sounds and hurtling horsehair. AHE plays two key works from Mozart — with Artistic Director Skye McIntosh performing Mozart’s 3rd Violin […]
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Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Canberra
Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Canberra
This cracker of a concert is jam-packed with stormy sounds and hurtling horsehair. AHE plays two key works from Mozart — with Artistic Director Skye McIntosh performing Mozart’s 3rd Violin […]
The Choir of St James’ | Bicentenary Carols
The Choir of St James’ | Bicentenary Carols
Celebrate the festive season and a significant milestone in our State’s history at a special Christmas performance by St James' Choir. Join us in the historic Jubilee Room at NSW […]
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Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Bowral
Australian Haydn Ensemble | Haydn’s Passion – Bowral
This cracker of a concert is jam-packed with stormy sounds and hurtling horsehair. AHE plays two key works from Mozart — with Artistic Director Skye McIntosh performing Mozart’s 3rd Violin […]
Opera in the Pub | Opera Party
Opera in the Pub | Opera Party
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 […]
Genesis Baroque | Fête Champêtre – Melbourne
Genesis Baroque | Fête Champêtre – Melbourne
Genesis Chamber Series 1-8 December 2024 Flinders | Melbourne | Lyonville The fête champêtre was a style of garden party adored by 18th Century French aristocracy and the popular at […]
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BackStage Music | Stories of Water and Earth
BackStage Music | Stories of Water and Earth
North meets south and freshwater meets saltwater when Darwin based Arafura Music Collective and Sydney mavericks Ensemble Offspring collaborate for the very first time. The collaboration also features special guests […]
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The Balmain Jacobean Singers | Love came down at Christmas
The Balmain Jacobean Singers | Love came down at Christmas
The Balmain Jacobean Singers are delighted to once again present you with a selection of divine choral gems for our annual festive concert. With a number of traditional carols, as […]
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Macedon
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Macedon
A fixture on the Christmas calendar, this ever-changing program, now in its sixth incarnation, is testament to the fact that throughout history, composers have produced some of their liveliest and […]
Camerata Academica of the Antipodes | Baroque Romantics
Camerata Academica of the Antipodes | Baroque Romantics
Baroque and Romantic masterpieces by Corelli, Vivaldi, Wieniawski and more await you on 7 December, with Camerata Academica of the Antipodes chamber orchestra and vocalists’ Christmas Gala concert. Dubbed 'musically […]
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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra | The Magic of Christmas
Willoughby Symphony Orchestra | The Magic of Christmas
A special performance by the WSO. Celebrate the magic of Christmas at this delightfully jubilant concert performance for the whole family. Sing along to your favourite Christmas classics with the […]
The Beecroft Orchestra | To the Sea
The Beecroft Orchestra | To the Sea
Dive into a captivating program with the Beecroft Orchestra, conducted by Joanna Drimatis and Angus Davison. Experience Robert Hughes’ Sea Spell, a vivid maritime homage, Elgar’s Sea Pictures, a heartfelt […]
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Middle Park
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Middle Park
A fixture on the Christmas calendar, this ever-changing program, now in its sixth incarnation, is testament to the fact that throughout history, composers have produced some of their liveliest and […]
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Gondwana Choirs | Voices of Angels 2024
Gondwana Choirs | Voices of Angels 2024
Step into a world of musical magic under the sails of the iconic Sydney Opera House. Gondwana Choirs' annual concert is a highlight of the season, offering an exquisite evening […]
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Tudor Choristers | Sing Nowell!
Tudor Choristers | Sing Nowell!
We end the year with our Christmas tradition of Sing Nowell! with a blend of choir-only (C) and audience participation (AP) pieces: (C) - Alilo - Rachuli (Georgian Christmas Song) […]
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Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Messiah is a work of musical inspiration and pure faith. The story goes that Handel finished the Hallelujah Chorus in tears, saying ‘I think I did see all Heaven before […]
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Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Messiah is a work of musical inspiration and pure faith. The story goes that Handel finished the Hallelujah Chorus in tears, saying ‘I think I did see all Heaven before […]
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Dunkeld
Australian Chamber Choir | Baroque Christmas – Dunkeld
A fixture on the Christmas calendar, this ever-changing program, now in its sixth incarnation, is testament to the fact that throughout history, composers have produced some of their liveliest and […]
BackStage Music | Limitless
BackStage Music | Limitless
The Lock Up, Newcastle Limitless is an electro acoustic exploration of The Lock Up in Newcastle by Newcastle creatives Ekstasis Ensemble. The Lock Up having once confined individuals in cells, the walls […]
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Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs | Handel’s Messiah
Messiah is a work of musical inspiration and pure faith. The story goes that Handel finished the Hallelujah Chorus in tears, saying ‘I think I did see all Heaven before […]
Leichhardt Espresso Chorus | Carols on Norton
Leichhardt Espresso Chorus | Carols on Norton
It’s on again! Carols on Norton, the magical outdoor musical experience under the stars is back at Pioneers Memorial Park on Sunday 15 December at 7pm. Sit back with your […]
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Australian Barqoue | Christmas Concert
Australian Barqoue | Christmas Concert
The Australian Baroque Christmas Concert Directed by conductor Hugh Lydon Curated and directed by Aquinas Schola Director and WASO Chorus Director Hugh Lydon, this is a classic English Christmas celebration concert, Westminster […]
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Mosman Concert Series | The Mosman Messiah
Mosman Concert Series | The Mosman Messiah
Celebrating 60 years since its 1st performance in Blessed Sacrament Church, Mosman Concert Series presents the Mosman Messiah. Clare Heuston, Molly Ryan, François Kunc, Brett Weymark OAM, Henry Wright and […]
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Sydney Philharmonia Chamber Singers | Alleluya – Choral treasures for Christmas
Sydney Philharmonia Chamber Singers | Alleluya – Choral treasures for Christmas
Spend an hour in the cool sandstone and kaleidoscopic stained glass of St Philip’s on York Street and immerse yourself in an a cappella program of inspired Christmas miniatures from across the […]