Review: Passion (The Metropolitan Orchestra)
The TMO brings buckets of energy to a program spanning opera hits to folk-infused rarities.
The TMO brings buckets of energy to a program spanning opera hits to folk-infused rarities.
Its tenth season sees TMO give two world premieres in a concert series packed with favourites.
The AD and conductor of The Metropolitan Orchestra has been honoured for her contributions to music and the community. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Sydney's Met musos indulge in a little musical vodka.
The Metropolitan Orchestra breaks down barriers by performing for refugees, most of whom had never seen an orchestra before. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Sarah-Grace Williams explains how The Metropolitan Orchestra is aiming to launch the careers of eight Aussie composers.
Musical and culinary bash pays tribute to Mark Foy’s hedonistic vision.
Biggest classical must gathering comes to the Hydro Majestic. The largest gathering of professional classical musicians ever in the Blue Mountains aims to add an extra layer of sumptuousness to a world-famous icon when The Metropolitan Orchestra performs at the Hydro Majestic Hotel this year. Guests will be able to immerse themselves in the strains of the 32-piece string ensemble playing Little Serenade for Strings by Rojas, String Serenade by Dvořák and Tchaikovsky’s String Serenade at the opening event entitled Cocktails & Serenades – the first of three concerts – taking place on Saturday March 12. “The sumptuous pairing of Dvořák and Tchaikovsky string masterpieces filled with purity, beauty and passion will lift the spirit,” say organisers. “Composed just five years apart and written at positive times in each of the composers’ lives, these joyful and evocative serenades will be complemented by Rojas’ fresh and vivacious work, rounding out a sublime musical evening.” The concert programme under the baton of Artistic Director and Chief Conductor Sarah-Grace Williams will be accompanied by a lavish cocktail and dining package. “The Hydro Majestic will be an ideal backdrop to the Majestic Concert Series, with its elegant historic venues, sweeping landscape and high-end food….