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“I’m very passionate about music being alive,” says Artistic Director Kate Suthers of her first Coriole Music Festival. “There’s a responsibility to invite people to discover."

What do our festivals have on offer in the year ahead?

"Coriole has always been about more than music,” says incoming Artistic Director Kate Suthers. "It’s about conversation, about sharing ideas and experiences."

Taking the reins from Paavali Jumppanen, Goldsworthy will be the first Australian National Academy of Music alum to lead the institution.

Adelaide Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Kate Suthers to take the reins from cellist Simon Cobcroft.

Coriole celebrates its silver anniversary with two days of musical gold.

What do our festivals have on offer in the year ahead?

International pianist Mei Yi Foo, three festival debuts and returning Australian favourites gather for a chamber music weekend at Coriole.

Over two days and within three generously filled concerts, audiences were treated to fine performances of diverse music.

A rich weekend of chamber music at Coriole hosts three festival debuts, a world premiere work and returning favourites.

Built upon already staunch foundations, Coriole is now one of the best boutique fine music festivals in the country.