ANAM at the Convent: Kurtág & Friends

Australian National Academy of Music: ANAM at the Convent: Kurtág & Friends

Abbotsford Convent 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford
In 2026, we will be celebrating the centenary of one of the great living composers – György Kurtág. Heard at several ANAM concerts over the years, Kurtág's music can feel like overhearing a whispered confession, a sudden cry, or a fleeting memory. All condensed into crystalline form. Kurtág’s artistic language…

Australian National Academy of Music: In Conversation with Paavali Jumppanen – Kurtág & Friends

Abbotsford Convent 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford
Before our much-anticipated performance commemorating 100 years of the esteemed composer, György Kurtág, join us for a special conversation session with ANAM Artistic Director, Paavali Jumppanen. In 2026, we will be celebrating the centenary of one of the great living composers – György Kurtág. Heard at several ANAM concerts over the…

The Devil’s Violin

Australian Chamber Orchestra: The Devil’s Violin

Adelaide Town Hall off Pirie St, Adelaide
The devil played the violin for Tartini in a dream. The music was charismatic, electrifying, fiendishly difficult and utterly transfixing. Tartini awoke and transcribed the melody, penning the Devil’s Trill sonata. It can only be played by someone astounding. Ilya Gringolts is that player, returning with his dazzling virtuosity and commanding stage presence for…

ANAM at the Convent: Kurtág & Friends

Australian National Academy of Music: ANAM at the Convent: Kurtág & Friends

Abbotsford Convent 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford
In 2026, we will be celebrating the centenary of one of the great living composers – György Kurtág. Heard at several ANAM concerts over the years, Kurtág's music can feel like overhearing a whispered confession, a sudden cry, or a fleeting memory. All condensed into crystalline form. Kurtág’s artistic language…