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The Parish Church of St James’ King Street: Johann Vexo and Damien Rivière

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Join us for an unforgettable evening of organ music with renowned organist Johann Vexo (formerly of Notre Dame de Paris), joined by the brilliant tenor Damien Rivière. Don't miss this rare collaboration, which promises to be an inspiring night for music lovers.
Joyeux Anniversaire

Selby & Friends: Joyeux Anniversaire

The Chapel, Charles Sturt University 15 Blackall St, Barton, ACT
The 2025 Season begins in tribute to the great French composer Ravel for the 150th anniversary of his birth in 2025 with his atmospheric piano trio along with two famous trios of subtle maturity and soaring passion by two vastly different Austrian masters in the Classical Mozart and the Romantic…

Bach Akademie Australia: The Countertenor – Bach’s Holy Spirit

Melbourne Recital Centre 31 Sturt St, Southbank, VIC, Australia
Experience the profound joy and inspiration found in the music of J.S. Bach with the dynamic and flexible ensemble of instrumentalists and singers, Bach Akademie Australia. The ensemble is joined by acclaimed GRAMMY®-nominated American countertenor Reginald Mobley—renowned for his purity of tone and deeply personal musicality—for his debut performance in…
Baroque Spirit

Salut! Baroque: Baroque Spirit

Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest (Wesley Music Centre) 20-22 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, Australia
Baroque music encapsulates the dynamic spirit of the 17th and 18th centuries that goes beyond listening pleasure to reflect the social, cultural and political upheavals of the period. Drawing inspiration from Ottoman, Romani and Celtic influences, Baroque Spirit explores the rich weave of styles as nations looked beyond their European…
Satu Vänskä’s Mozart

West Australian Symphony Orchestra: Satu Vänskä’s Mozart

Winthrop Hall Perth, WA, Australia
Principal Violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Satu Vänskä, makes her WASO debut performing and directing captivating works spanning the 18th century to the modern day. Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto is a true joy, while Boccherini’s fiery symphony crackles with devilish energy and excitement. Olivia Davies’ delicate Crystalline and Lili…
Boulez Rules!

Australian National Academy of Music: Boulez Rules!

Abbotsford Convent 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, VIC, Australia
Boulez’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of the traditional concert experience and his fierce advocacy for the avant-garde marked him as a pivotal figure in the 20th-century music scene. He was never content with the status quo, always seeking to explore new territory, and in doing so, he left an indelible mark on music…
Mozart & Bruckner

Sydney Symphony Orchestra: Mozart & Bruckner

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
His Piano Concerto No.19 is full of showstopping virtuosity, particularly in the final movement where the pace picks up and the soloist can really let loose. Star French pianist Lise de la Salle has been dazzling audiences since the age of nine and this piece is the perfect showcase for…
Boulez Rules!

Australian National Academy of Music: Boulez Rules!

Abbotsford Convent 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, VIC, Australia
Boulez’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of the traditional concert experience and his fierce advocacy for the avant-garde marked him as a pivotal figure in the 20th-century music scene. He was never content with the status quo, always seeking to explore new territory, and in doing so, he left an indelible mark on music…

Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra: Bassoon Romance

Woolmers Estate 658 Woolmers Ln, Longford, TAS, Australia
Take a scenic drive to Woolmers Estate and be rewarded with world-class quality chamber music. Our series of intimate concerts in this picturesque heritage venue is fast becoming a tradition for Tasmania’s classical music lovers. We open our 2025 series with Elgar’s Romance for bassoon and string quartet. This majestic…
I Was Glad

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs: I Was Glad

St Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral Verner St & Bourke Street, Goulburn, NSW, Australia
The English cathedral is a place of sanctuary from the distractions of a hectic world. It’s also the home of a rich and enduring choral tradition, and you don’t have to be a believer to find comfort in the transcendent beauty and reflective spirituality of sacred music. For this Sydney…
Origins

Kelsy De Prada: Origins

Hut Gallery 157 Underwood Rd, Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia
In the first concert of their intimate 2025 Gallery Series, the Blind Creek Ensemble presents Origins, an exciting program of influential works for the flute quartet. Founded in 2024, The Blind Creek Ensemble is a collective of musicians in Victoria’s south-east. The group is named after the Blind Creek, which…
Joyeux Anniversaire

Selby & Friends: Joyeux Anniversaire

Bowral Memorial Hall 16-24 Bendooley St,, Bowral, NSW
The 2025 Season begins in tribute to the great French composer Ravel for the 150th anniversary of his birth in 2025 with his atmospheric piano trio along with two famous trios of subtle maturity and soaring passion by two vastly different Austrian masters in the Classical Mozart and the Romantic…

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