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Editor's Choice Jaime conducts Brahms and Ravel

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Jaime conducts Brahms and Ravel

Arts Centre Melbourne Forecourt, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC, Australia
Conceived by choreographer Michel Fokine and commissioned by Sergei Diaghilev, Daphnis et Chloé was a labour of love for Ravel, who spent sleepless nights composing it. “What complicates things is that Fokine doesn’t know a word of French,” he wrote, “and I only know how to swear in Russian.” Diaghilev quickly…

Sydney Symphony Orchestra: Bach, Stravinsky & Spohr

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
Everything feels closer in a chamber orchestra performance. In this intimate, personal atmosphere, you can hear each musician and the extraordinary sounds they can draw out of their instrument. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No.3 is a ten-minute whirlwind of joy – a masterpiece in miniature that will leave you breathless. And…
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…

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Masterclass with James Ehnes

Iwaki Auditorium 130 Southbank Blvd, Southbank, VIC, Australia
James Ehnes has established himself as one of the most sought-after violinists on the international stage. This masterclass is a unique opportunity for violinists to learn from an award-winning artist, making compelling viewing for aspiring musicians and music lovers alike.

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…

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