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SUMMARY:Melbourne Recital Centre & Australian National Academy of Music: Mostly Mozart – Eine kleine Nachtmusik
DESCRIPTION:The many moods of Mozart and Shostakovich take centre stage.\nOpening with unique brass arrangements of two of Mozart’s most profound moments – the Kyrie and Lacrimosa from his Requiem – this Wednesday morning performance begins with power and pathos. Intensities deepen as Shostakovich’s searing Chamber Symphony takes flight under the direction of ANAM’s Head of Violin Adam Chalabi. Inspired by his own String Quartet No.8\, Shostakovich’s deeply personal 25-minute work was written in just three days and is filled with haunting meditations on loss and survival. \nTo round out this hour-long expedition through the many moods of Mozart and Shostakovich\, ANAM Musicians present Mozart at his most delightful in Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. With melodies sparkling throughout the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, the classical charm of this Mozart masterpiece is the perfect conclusion for a journey from the sacred to the secular; the tragic to the triumphant. \nMorning Tea \nJoin us for coffee plus sweet and savory treats from 10am in the ground floor foyer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDates & Times\n\nWednesday 03 September 2025 – 11:00am \n\n\nDuration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval). Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets: Standard $59; Concession $52\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAdam Chalabi (Head of Violin\, ANAM Faculty) violin\, director\nANAM Musicians \nProgram \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart\nKyrie from the Requiem in D minor (arr. brass ensemble)\nLacrimosa from the Requiem in D minor (arr. brass ensemble) \nDmitri Shostakovich\nChamber Symphony\, Op.110a \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart\nEine Kleine Nachtmusik\, K.525
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-recital-centre-australian-national-academy-of-music-mostly-mozart-eine-kleine-nachtmusik/
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SUMMARY:Sjaella
DESCRIPTION:Experience the ethereal voices of Sjaella.\nFollowing a stunning debut at Melbourne Recital Centre in 2023\, German a cappella ensemble Sjaella returns to the stage with their ethereal and soul-stirring voices. Embodying a blend of youthful exuberance and refined artistry\, their performances at the Rheingau Musik Festival\, Mozarteum Salzburg\, and collaborations with the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra have cemented their reputation as one of the most captivating vocal ensembles of our time. \nPerforming commissioned works and original arrangements from their critically acclaimed album Origins\, Sjaella seamlessly traverses contemporary and Baroque masterpieces. From the opening notes of David Lang’s poignant evening morning day to Henry Purcell’s enchanting adaptation of A Midsummer’s Night Dream\, The Fairy Queen\, Sjaella masterfully weaves old and new in a performance rich with sensitivity and depth. \nProgram \nDavid Lang evening morning day \nHenry Purcell The Fairy Queen Z.629 A bird’s Prelude 3’ \nHenry Purcell\nThe Fairy Queen Z.629\nThus the ever grateful spring (Spring)\nHere’s the summer\, sprightly\, gay (Summer)\nSee my many coloured fields (Autumn)\nNow winter comes slowly (Winter) \nMeredi Crystallized \nSjaella Hypophysis \nHenry Purcell The Fairy Queen Z.629\nSee\, even night herself is here (Night)\nI am come to lock all fast (Mystery)\nOne charming night (Secrecy)\nHush\, no more (Sleep) \nĒriks Ešenvalds Stars \nPaola Prestini\nA Triptych for Our Time: I Apocalypse?\nATriptych for Our Time: II Dead Soul\nATriptych for Our Time: III Ascending Stairways \nSjaella Vacuum \nFriday 25 July 2025 – 7:30pm \nDuration: 1 hour 50 mins (incl. interval). Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \nMRC\, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall \nTickets: A Reserve $69\, B Reserve $59 \nA Transaction Fee between $4 and $8.50 applies to orders made online and by phone. Delivery Fees may also apply. A ticket limit of six is in place online to ensure fair ticket access for all. Want to bring a bigger party? Call our Box Office during business hours on (03) 9699 3333 to book.
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/sjaella/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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SUMMARY:Nobuntu
DESCRIPTION:Experience the pure and soul-stirring voices of Nobuntu.\nHailing from Zimbabwe\, Nobuntu is an internationally acclaimed all-female a cappella quartet lauded for their ‘rich voices and exhilarating rhythms’ (Sarasota Herald-Tribune). Making their Australian debut at Melbourne Recital Centre\, their inventive performances range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro Jazz and Gospel music. \nRepresenting a new generation of young African women singers\, Nobuntu’s mission is the belief that music can be a powerful vehicle for change\, one that transcends racial\, tribal\, religious\, gender\, and economic boundaries. \nImmerse yourself in Nobuntu’s pure and soulful voices as the ensemble performs a vibrant program of traditional songs and original arrangements. Featuring minimalist percussion\, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano)\, and authentic dance movements\, join Nobuntu in this uplifting experience as they celebrate and preserve their culture\, beauty\, and heritage through art. \nPost-Concert Talk \nFollowing this extraordinary performance\, Nobuntu joins Marshall McGuire in the ground floor foyer for a 20-minute discussion about their artistry\, career and more. Take a seat and enjoy this perfect conclusion to your musical experience. \nThis concert is supported by our Program Partner\, The Langham Melbourne. \n\n\n\n\n\nTraditional Earth Song \nJoyline Sibanda Ingoma Yami \nDuduzile Sibanda Uyangiphoxa; Nanguyana \nZanele Manhenga Cula \nLetta Mbulu arr. Nobuntu There’s Music in The Air; Not Yet Uhuru \nPeter Muparutsa arr. Nobuntu Rwizi \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuduzile Sibanda/ Zanele Manhenga Qina \nDuduzile Sibanda llanga \nZanele Manhenga Black Tax \nBill Withers Lean On Me \nZanele Manhenga Narini \nThandeka Moyo Siyambonga \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 25 June 2025 – 7:30pm \n\n\nDuration: 1 hour 30 mins (no interval). Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets: Standard $79; Concession $69
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/nobuntu/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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SUMMARY:Nobuntu – Relaxed Performance
DESCRIPTION:Nobuntu performs as part of the Relaxed Performance series.\nThe Centre’s series of Relaxed Performances are specifically suited for audiences with sensory sensitivities\, using altered lighting\, more in-depth musical explanations and accompanying access resources. \nIndividuals and community groups are welcome to join us for the 10.30am concert. School groups are welcome to join us for the 12noon concert. \nWhich session time is right for me or my group?  \n10.30am: Tailored for individuals and community groups\n12pm: Tailored for school groups \nA visual story accompanies this performance. Download via the link below. \nThe Relaxed Performance series is supported by the Learning and Access Consortiu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNobuntu Relaxed Performance Visual Story\nDownload\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday 24 June 2025 – 10:30am\nTuesday 24 June 2025 – 12:00pm \n\n\nDuration: 45 mins. Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets: Standard $10
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/nobuntu-relaxed-performance/2025-06-24/2/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Nobuntu – Relaxed Performance
DESCRIPTION:Nobuntu performs as part of the Relaxed Performance series.\nThe Centre’s series of Relaxed Performances are specifically suited for audiences with sensory sensitivities\, using altered lighting\, more in-depth musical explanations and accompanying access resources. \nIndividuals and community groups are welcome to join us for the 10.30am concert. School groups are welcome to join us for the 12noon concert. \nWhich session time is right for me or my group?  \n10.30am: Tailored for individuals and community groups\n12pm: Tailored for school groups \nA visual story accompanies this performance. Download via the link below. \nThe Relaxed Performance series is supported by the Learning and Access Consortiu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNobuntu Relaxed Performance Visual Story\nDownload\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday 24 June 2025 – 10:30am\nTuesday 24 June 2025 – 12:00pm \n\n\nDuration: 45 mins. Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets: Standard $10
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/nobuntu-relaxed-performance/2025-06-24/1/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Symphony Orchestra - The Soul of the Cello: Timo-Veikko Valve
DESCRIPTION:Sublime and stunning\nTimo-Veikko Valve\, Principal Cello of the Australian Chamber Orchestra\, performs and directs this program of music arranged for string orchestra. \nExperience sublime works by Mozart and Bach\, and the stunning Wiima by Finnish composer Jaakko Kuusisto. Schumann’s soulful Cello Concerto completes an evening celebrating this beautiful instrument. \nBach Prelude in E-flat BWV1010\nBach (arr. Mozart) Fugue in E-flat\, BWV876\nMozart (arr. Valve) String Quartet No.15 KV421 arranged for String Orchestra\nJ. Kuusisto Wiima\nSchumann (arr Jopling) Cello Concerto arranged for String Orchestra \nSaturday 03 May 2025\, 7:30pm – duration: approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes including interval\nMelbourne Recital Centre\nTICKETS: Standard $57-$105; Concession $52-$100; Child (under 18) $20
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-symphony-orchestra-the-soul-of-the-cello-timo-veikko-valve/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T170000
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SUMMARY:Matthias Goerne sings Winterreise with Daniil Trifonov
DESCRIPTION:Matthias Goerne reunites with GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist Daniil Trifonov for a one-night-only performance. \nWith Trifonov described as ‘a knockout’ (The Washington Post) and Goerne a ‘commanding vocalist’ (The New York Times)\, these titans of the classical world present an unforgettable rendition of Schubert’s masterpiece\, Winterreise. \nComposed in the final year of Schubert’s life\, this haunting song cycle ventures through a profoundly emotional winter landscape and draws listeners through expressive vocals intertwined with nuanced pianism. \nTransforming simple elements – a crow\, a frozen stream – into powerful metaphors for human experience\, Schubert’s expressive genius is on full display in this performance that’ll highlight Elisabeth Murdoch Hall’s reputation of being a vessel for unforgettable storytelling. \nMatthias Goerne baritone\nDaniil Trifonov piano \nTuesday April 1\, 7.30 \nMelbourne Recital Centre
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/matthias-goerne-sings-winterreise-with-daniil-trifonov/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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SUMMARY:Freiburg Baroque Orchestra with Siobhan Stagg
DESCRIPTION:The acclaimed Freiburg Baroque Orchestra returns for an exhilarating exploration through the Baroque and Classical eras.\nIn this second of two Signature Event performances\, the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra and piano virtuoso Kristian Bezuidenhout join forces with Australia’s sparkling soprano Siobhan Stagg. \nWith her ‘ethereal stage presence and impossibly beautiful voice’ (The Age)\, Siobhan leads a breathtaking extravaganza of Mozart’s most-captivating arias. As the acclaimed soprano’s crystalline voice soars throughout the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, the raw emotion and stunning virtuosity of these great works transports listeners to the elegant salons of the 18th century. \nWritten at the age of 18\, Mozart’s Symphony No.29 overflows with youthful effervescence. Often considered one of his greatest accomplishments\, the light-hearted charm and elegance displayed throughout curates a listening experience of true entertainment and delight. \nPraised pianist Kristian Bezuidenhout’s rendition of Mozart’s beloved Piano Concerto No.23 rounds out two unforgettable nights of music-making. With delicate tones that blend seamlessly with the orchestra’s period instruments\, Freiburg Baroque Orchestra will leave audiences marveling at how this authentic approach brings new life to familiar melodies. \nKristian Bezuidenhout fortepiano\nGottfried von der Goltz Musical Director\nSiobhan Stagg soprano\nFreiburg Baroque Orchestra \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart\nLa finta giardiniera K.196 (Overture)\nChi sà\, chi sà\, qual sia K.582\nVado\, ma dove? in E-flat K.583\nBella mia fiamma K.528\nCh’io mi scordi di te K.505\nSymphony No.29 in A K.201/186a\nPiano Concerto No.23 in A K.488 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 26 March 2025 – 7:30pm \n\n\nDuration: 2 hours (incl. interval). Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets: Standard Premium $149; A Reserve $119; B Reserve $99; C Reserve $59\n\n\nConcession A Reserve $99; B Reserve $59\n\n\nA Transaction Fee between $4 and $8.50 applies to orders made online and by phone. Delivery Fees may also apply. A ticket limit of six is in place online to ensure fair ticket access for all. Want to bring a bigger party? Call our Box Office during business hours on (03) 9699 3333 to book.
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/freiburg-baroque-orchestra-with-siobhan-stagg/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre\, 31 Sturt Street\, Southbank\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Australian National Academy of Music: Mostly Mozart – Splendour of Vienna
DESCRIPTION:Experience the fascinating contrast of adolescence and maturity from two of history’s greatest composers.\nIn this final Mostly Mozart for 2024\, Howard Penny (ANAM Head of Strings) directs the ANAM Orchestra through works from the early and late stages of both Mozart and Schubert’s lives. \nOpening the gateway to Mozart’s world\, the Overture from The Magic Flute serves as a captivating prelude before the dramatic prowess of his Symphony No. 25. Written when he was just 17\, this brooding symphony showcases Mozart’s ability to infuse profound expression in his compositions with its intricate score and sense of urgency and depth. \nAlso written when he was a teenager\, Schubert’s commanding Symphony No.3 rounds out this performance. A radiant display of the composer’s youthful exuberance\, the joyous energy of the finale paired with the power of the ANAM Orchestra will leave a smile on the face of everyone throughout the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall. \nMorning Tea\nJoin us for coffee plus sweet and savory treats from 10am in the ground floor foyer. \n\nTuesday 19 November 2024 11am \n\nElisabeth Murdoch Hall\n\nDuration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $49 ($42 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/australian-national-academy-of-music-mostly-mozart-splendour-of-vienna/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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SUMMARY:Nobuyuki Tsujii
DESCRIPTION:An extraordinary artist whose talent transcends the senses and stirs the heart and soul.\nJapanese pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii (Nobu) is the ‘definition of virtuosity’ (The Observer). Blind from birth\, Nobu has transformed a story of darkness into a story of determination and inspiration. He is internationally celebrated as a shining light who exemplifies time and time again that music is not only a universal language\, but a multi-sensory experience that possesses the power to enliven hearts\, minds\, and souls.’ \nSince winning the joint Gold Medal at the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2009\, Nobu’s career has soared. This year’s performance season commenced with a sold-out appearance at the Royal Albert Hall for the BBC Proms and includes a welcome return to the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées and the Tsinandali Festival. \nIn B:Music’s recent audio-described short documentary film\, Nobu’s story is brought to life through interviews\, videos from the family archive\, rehearsal\, and concert footage. The film offers heartfelt insight into how Nobu learns music\, his perception of performance venues\, and how he feels when he’s performing. ‘If you truly want to achieve something\, you can achieve it despite having disabilities\, I believe that from the bottom of my heart’ shares Nobu’s mother\, Itsuko. \nFor his Melbourne debut\, Nobu crafts a special kind of magic through the piano keys\, enriched by his innate sense and interpretation of grand piano music from the Romantic era. Featuring works by Bach\, Liszt\, Ravel\, and more\, this is a program reflective of a musical era that gave rise to works of emotional intensity and passions of the human experience\, told through lush harmonies\, evocative melodies\, and dramatic compositions. \nFeel the magic\, hear the brilliance\, and witness the mastery of Nobuyuki Tsujii in recital – a poignant reminder of the universal power of music and the human spirit. \nPost-Concert Talk\nFollowing this extraordinary performance\, Nobuyuki Tsujii joins Melbourne Recital Centre’s Director of Programming\, Marshall McGuire\, for a 20-minute discussion about his artistry\, career and more. Take a seat and enjoy this perfect conclusion to your musical experience. \n\nWednesday 30 October 2024 7.30pm \n\nElisabeth Murdoch Hall\n\nDuration: 1 hour 50 mins (incl. interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Premium $115; A reserve $102 ($87 Concession); B reserve $87 ($67 Concession)\nC reserve $67
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/nobuyuki-tsujii/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Great Romantics Competition
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Recital Centre’s Great Romantics Competition returns in 2024.\nNow in its fifteenth year\, this important national competition provides a platform for young musicians and ensembles passionate about Romantic repertoire\, including such luminaries as Brahms\, Liszt and Schumann. \nOpen to soloists\, duos or small ensembles\, Australia’s talented young musicians will battle it out for the prestigious Elisabeth Murdoch Prize\, which includes a combination of cash plus media and professional development opportunities. \n\nSunday 22 September 2024 3pm \n\nElisabeth Murdoch Hall\n\nDuration: 2 hours (incl. interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is free\, however\, tickets are required for entry.
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/great-romantics-competition/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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SUMMARY:MOUNTAIN
DESCRIPTION:U.K. producer Clark and acclaimed choreographer Melanie Lane present an evocative contemporary dance performance.\nWith the desperate struggle to evolve comes the inevitability of collapse. In order to create\, we must also destroy. \nU.K. electronic music producer Clark and award-winning choreographer Melanie Lane present MOUNTAIN\, an evocative contemporary dance performance with breathtaking costumes by designer Akira Isogawa. \nInhabiting a space between the mythic and manmade worlds\, MOUNTAIN is an urgent exploration of tension between the transcendence of conquering unreachable peaks and the terror of descent. Echoing the human struggle to move ‘upwards\,’ this sonic and choreographic motion moves within these mysterious landscapes. \nSet to a live score of electronics\, strings\, and piano composed and performed by Clark\, alongside the Canberra Symphony Orchestra Chamber Ensemble\, dancers Tyrel Dulvarie\, Sarah Black\, Yolanda Lowatta\, and Max Burgess climb\, collapse\, and take flight. Their movements are carried by music that both threatens and promises a realm beyond our own. \nSaturday 24 August 2024 7.30pm\nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \nMelbourne Recital Centre\, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall \nTICKETS: A reserve $55; B reserve $45\nMobtix / BLAKTIX: $35
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/mountain/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre\, 31 Sturt Street\, Southbank\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Yeol Eum Son
DESCRIPTION:Poetic elegance\, expressive nuance\, and bold dramatic contrasts.\nFollowing an explosive Melbourne Recital Centre debut in 2022\, South Korean pianist Yeol Eum Son’s virtuosic artistry and brilliance was immediately slated for a near-immediate return. Boldly exploring the 19th century masterpieces of Bizet\, Czerny\, and Beethoven\, Yeol Eum’s profound musicality has earned her acclaim\, with critics lauding her ‘breathtaking dexterity and finger control’ (Pianist Magazine) and ‘light\, fine-pointed energy and agile precision’ (Sydney Morning Herald). Having made a striking debut with renowned orchestras including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales\, NDR Radiophilharmonie\, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra\, Yeol Eum’s pianism is an arresting blend of poetic elegance\, expressive nuance\, and fierce dramatic contrasts. \nWith technical prowess and quiet intensity\, she explores a diverse repertoire with emotional acuity\, seeking to unveil what Yeol Eum describes as ‘the pure essence’ of each composition. Never one to shy away from pushing artistic boundaries\, Yeol Eum’s curation defies convention. In her only Australian recital\, her fearless approach is evident as she takes audiences on an exhilarating journey through Beethoven’s monumental Piano Sonata No.29 in B-flat ‘Hammerklavier’\, Op.106. Rarely performed\, it stands as one of the pinnacle piano sonatas of all time and is regarded as one of the most demanding solo works in the classical piano repertoire. \nPost-Concert Talk\nFollowing this extraordinary performance\, Yeol Eum Son joins Melbourne Recital Centre’s Director of Programming\, Marshall McGuire\, in the ground floor foyer for a 20-minute discussion about her artistry\, career\, and more. Take a seat and enjoy this perfect conclusion to your musical experience. \n\nTuesday 4 June 2024 7.30pm; MRC\, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall \nDuration: 2 hours (incl. interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Premium $115; A reserve $102 ($87 Concession); B reserve $87 ($67 Concession); C reserve $67
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/yeol-eum-son/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240206T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240206T220000
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SUMMARY:Paul Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Explore the enigmatic genius of Schubert with Paul Lewis.\nIllustrious English pianist Paul Lewis returns to the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall stage and transports audiences to the timeless world of Franz Schubert. \nReturning to complete his exploration of the composer’s great sonatas – this time focusing on the final three. These compositions weren’t always viewed as masterpieces\, instead they laid dormant for a decade following Schubert’s death. It wasn’t until the centenary of his passing\, well into the 20th century\, that public opinion on the breadth and dramatic expansiveness of Schubert’s final three piano works began to change. \nNow\, well into the 21st century\, Paul Lewis’s return to Melbourne follows two critically acclaimed performances in 2023 where he left audiences ‘in no doubt that he is probably the most virtuosic interpreter of Schubert today’ (Classic Melbourne). \nCommencing the evening of soul-stirring music with Schubert’s Piano Sonata No.19 in C minor\, Lewis’s artistry unveils the complex emotions and dramatic contrasts inherent in Schubert’s work. The composer’s genius continues to come to life as Lewis unravels the intricate melodies that define Schubert’s Piano Sonata No.20 in A; a captivating reminder of Schubert’s timeless allure. And finally\, Piano Sonata No.21 in B-flat\, the pinnacle of Schubert’s piano compositions. This intricate work unfolds like a musical odyssey\, and under Paul Lewis’s expertise\, becomes a transcendent experience. \n\nTuesday 6 February 2024\, 7.30pm;  MRC\, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall \nDuration: 2 hours 30 mins (incl. interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Premium $115; A reserve $102 ($87 Concession); B reserve $87 ($67 Concession); C reserve $67
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/paul-lewis/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231215T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T122300
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SUMMARY:Ros Bandt with Alana Blackburn – Sounding Spaces
DESCRIPTION:A captivating ‘unearthing of sonic archaeologies.’\nImmerse yourself in original\, spatial-sounding artworks that redefine environments. Join acclaimed sound artist Ros Bandt and two leading figures in Australian experimental music on a captivating sonic journey around the world. From the eerie underground tunnels beneath Southbank to the intimate Primrose Potter Salon\, and all the way to Yerebatan Cistern Istanbul\, Sounding Spaces is a captivating ‘unearthing of sonic archaeologies.’ A pioneer in sound art\, Bandt’s impressive career spans four decades\, and was the recipient of the prestigious Richard Gill Award for her distinguished contributions to Australian experimental music. Collaborating with recorder player Alana Blackburn and sound engineer Jim Atkins\, this rare performance features original works that push artistic boundaries. \nPremiering two new electro-acoustic compositions\, Re-growth? weaves original field and underwater location recordings into a multi-channel composition. Commissioned by Blackburn\, this work will be performed with graphic notations and moving imagery by Australian filmmaker Jutta Pryor. Experience the poignant work Debris\, as Bandt and Blackburn revisit sonic remnants from the tornado-ravaged music department of the University of New England\, creating a heartfelt lament for the lost space. In this innovative fusion of electronic instruments and original field recordings\, witness Bandt\, Blackburn\, and Atkins create a transcendent musical experience. \n\nFriday 15 December 2023 6pm;   MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $25 ($20 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/ros-bandt-with-alana-blackburn-sounding-spaces/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre Primrose Potter Salon Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231209T160000
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SUMMARY:KIAZMA Piano Duo – Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Musical fun and entertainment for the whole family\, join KIAZMA Piano Duo for an interactive experience.\nLet the magic of classical music transport you to a realm of musical wonder. Join KIAZMA Piano Duo for a feast of magical piano duet music across two family concerts. These concerts are the perfect introduction to the world of classical music for young children\, and an opportunity to delve deeper into the delightful repertoire for seasoned listeners. Musical fun and entertainment for the whole family\, there will be opportunities to get up close and personal with the piano\, the musicians\, and the music in these immersive musical experiences. \nAbout the concert\nOffering two delightful concert experiences on one day\, the first concert\, Mother Goose features the beloved works of the French repertoire\, from Gabriel Fauré’s exquisite Dolly Suite and Ravel’s enchanting Mother Goose\, to the exhilarating Jeux d’enfants (Children’s Games) of Georges Bizet. \nAs one of Australia’s most dynamic ensembles\, KIAZMA is dedicated to creating concert experiences that explore new ways of listening to and engaging with music. Described as ‘masterful’ and ‘profoundly moving’\, begin the holiday season with KIAZMA and their specially curated programs for music-lovers of ages six and up. \n\nSaturday 9 December 2023 3pm;     MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/kiazma-piano-duo-mother-goose/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre Primrose Potter Salon Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231206T190000
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SUMMARY:Ossicle Duo & Rubiks Collective – Displaced Bodies
DESCRIPTION:Sonic frontiers\, stunning projections\, chamber music and unconventional instruments.\nExperience sonic innovation as Displaced Bodies unites two of Melbourne’s cutting-edge ensembles. Ossicle Duo\, an award-winning trombone-percussion ensemble\, pushes boundaries with their technically refined and high-energy exploratory art music. Rubiks Collective\, a dynamic ensemble of Australia’s most versatile young performers\, take audiences on a sonic journey through their ‘incredibly personal\, strangely spiritual and ultimately deeply touching’ performances. Together\, they fearlessly explore the boundaries of sound in the highly anticipated world premiere of Jakob Bragg’s acclaimed composition\, ‘Displaced Bodies\, Weapons of Action\,’ a recipient of the prestigious Melbourne Recital Centre & Melbourne Conservatorium of Music Composition Award. \nAbout the concert\nJourney into unknown sonic territory with Richard Barrett’s mesmerising opus\, ‘EARTH\,’ a gritty and ritualistic masterpiece. Experience Annie Hsieh’s ‘Quietude’ as it emerges into a delicate and textural composition performed entirely on wine glasses by two percussionists. Immerse yourself in the haunting echoes of Noemi Liba’s ‘CardioMyopathy\,’ a powerful work that delves into the depths of the human condition. Witness projections\, chamber music\, and unconventional instruments transform the Primrose Potter Salon into a kaleidoscope of sonic innovation. \n\nWednesday 6 December 2023 6pm;     MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/ossicle-duo-rubiks-collective-displaced-bodies/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre Primrose Potter Salon Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231121T190000
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SUMMARY:Duo Niels Bijl and Brian Chapman
DESCRIPTION:Witness the saxophone’s expressive power and astonishing versatility.\nExperience the enchanting melodies of Dutch saxophonist Niels Bijl and esteemed concert pianist Brian Chapman as they breathe new life into classical masterpieces. Renowned for his mastery of the tenor saxophone\, Bijl made his debut onto the Australian music scene after an illustrious career throughout Europe. Bijl’s critically acclaimed recordings\, Chant du Saxophone Ténor and Mozaik features both original compositions and exquisite transcriptions\, showcasing his profound dedication to the instrument. \nRevered concert pianist Brian Chapman is a pillar of Melbourne’s music scene with over 55 years of experience across three continents. Chapman’s extensive discography\, including over 100 studio recordings and broadcasts for the ABC highlight his exceptional talent and artistry. \nAbout the concert\nTogether\, Bijl and Chapman take audiences on a journey with Chant du Saxophone Ténor (The Song of the Tenor Saxophone). Exploring timeless masterpieces by Beethoven\, Schubert\, Schumann\, and Glazunov\, the saxophone defies all preconceived notions with its expressive power and astonishing versatility. Invented by Adolphe Sax in 1840\, the often-misunderstood instrument was designed to combine the warmth of brass with the virtuosity of wind instruments. Through reimagined masterpieces\, enjoy the rich heritage of the saxophone as Bijl and Chapman pay homage to its remarkable qualities. \n\nTuesday 21 November 2023 6pm;   MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $25 ($20 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/duo-niels-bijl-and-brian-chapman/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231114T190000
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SUMMARY:Coco's Lunch and The Sai Brothers – Raising Rhythms
DESCRIPTION:‘Inordinately\, preposterously\, almost slanderously talented.’ – ABC Radio National\nExperience the electrifying cross-cultural collaboration of Raising Rhythms as Coco’s Lunch and The Sai Brothers unite in a groundbreaking fusion of East and West. A bold exploration of creativity\, they forge a distinct language and style that demands an intimate understanding of both traditions. For the first time\, witness this captivating performance as it brings together the vocal textures of Coco’s Lunch with the rhythmic energy of The Sai Brothers on mridangam and kanjira. \nWith Lisa Young’s mastery as a konnakol (South Indian vocal percussion) artist and a shared lineage between Coco’s Lunch and The Sai Brothers\, this collaboration unveils a new dimension of artistic expression. Be immersed in beloved works such as Tha Thin Tha from their celebrated album\, Misra Chappu\, and be spellbound by Young’s award-winning composition\, Other Plans\, which was recently showcased as the opening choral piece of Bjork’s performance at the Perth International Arts Festival. \nRenowned for their rhythmic prowess\, South Indian vocal percussion\, soulful lyrics and skintight harmonies\, this is a must-see show for fans of Coco’s Lunch seeking an expansion of Misra Chappu’s stunning repertoire. Embark on a transcendent musical experience that resonates locally and globally. \n\nTuesday 14 November 2023 6pm;  MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/cocos-lunch-and-the-sai-brothers-raising-rhythms/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231109T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231109T190000
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SUMMARY:Alex Raineri – The Firebird
DESCRIPTION:A solo recital of blistering pianism and vivid colour.\nAward-winning artist Alex Raineri returns with a solo recital of blistering pianism and vivid colour. Praised by Limelight as a ‘a soloist of superb virtuosic skill and musicality’\, Raineri’s recital showcases beloved masterpieces by Stravinsky and Rachmaninoff\, alongside four captivating works by talented Naarm-based composers. \nAbout the concert\nOpening with one of the most famous gestures in the piano repertoire\, Rachmaninoff’s Piano Sonata No.2 distils the sweeping romanticism and grand sentiment for which the composer is so well loved. Featuring three movements\, the Sonata is cyclical in nature and is bound by recurring musical motifs\, making it an extraordinary experience. Raineri commissioned works by Elliott Gyger\, Lisa Cheney\, Liza Lim\, and Michael Bakrnčev to create musical miniatures that reflect cultural identity\, resulting in a celebration of the multiculturalism that pervades the Australian arts landscape. Closing with Stravinsky’s masterpiece\, The Firebird takes audiences on a thrilling journey based on ancient Russian folk tales. Don’t miss the stunning pianism of Alex Raineri in a powerful solo recital in the Primrose Potter Salon. \n\nThursday 9 November 2023 6pm; MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $25 ($20 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/alex-raineri-the-firebird/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231018T190000
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SUMMARY:Brenda Gifford and Ensemble Offspring – Wadhu/Skin
DESCRIPTION:Witness the world premiere of Wadhu/Skin\, Brenda Gifford’s award-winning 2023 Merlyn Myer Music Commission.\nWitness the world premiere of Brenda Gifford’s award-winning 2023 Merlyn Myer Music Commission piece\, Wadhu/Skin\, as it takes audiences on an immersive and thought-provoking journey through music\, language\, and storytelling. With a creative lineage spanning over 60\,000 years\, Gifford is an acclaimed composer whose music is culturally influenced by her beloved Yuin Country\, the Australian environment\, and its seasonal changes. \nAbout the concert\nJoined by the esteemed Ensemble Offspring\, this collaboration presents an authentic and poignant performance as it delves into the intricate web of human connection. Composed for flute\, bass clarinet\, violin\, cello\, double bass\, piano and percussion\, Gifford’s vision comes to life in a dynamic and innovative concert experience. Wadhu/Skin invites listeners to explore and appreciate the depths of cultural heritage. Illuminating the interconnectedness of human experience. \nThis presentation will be the fifth Merlyn Myer Music Commission\, an initiative established in memory of Dame Merlyn Myer to support female composers in Australia. This prestigious commission offers a unique opportunity for a selected composer to create and present the premiere performance of a new musical work. \nThe 2023 Merlyn Myer Commission was made possible thanks to the generosity of the Aranday Foundation and the Yulgilbar Foundation. \n\nWednesday 18 October 2023 6pm;    MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/brenda-gifford-and-ensemble-offspring-wadhu-skin/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231006T200000
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SUMMARY:Cam Butler and His Orchestra: Strings Music
DESCRIPTION:A sonic and cinematic journey into another world.\nExperience an unforgettable evening of music with Cam Butler and His Orchestra as they launch his new album\, Strings Music\, performing revised and re-recorded pieces taken from Butler’s extensive catalogue of works for string ensemble and guitar. With a lineup featuring a string quartet\, electric guitar\, percussion\, and electric bass\, the seven-piece ensemble creates a thrilling and entrancing live concert perfectly suited to the superb acoustics of the Primrose Potter Salon. \n\nFriday 6 October 2023 7pm;   MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/cam-butler-and-his-orchestra-strings-music/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231005T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231005T120000
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SUMMARY:Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The world’s finest chamber orchestra returns for a special matinee concert experience featuring Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet K581\, a masterpiece shimmering with beauty and joy.\nThe Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble was created in 1967 to perform the larger chamber works with players who customarily worked together\, instead of the usual string quartet with additional guests. \nDrawn from the principal players of the orchestra and led by violinist Tomo Keller\, the Chamber Ensemble performs in all shapes and sizes\, from string quintets to octets\, and in various other configurations featuring winds. Its touring commitments are extensive and include regular tours of Europe and North America\, whilst recording contracts with Philips Classics\, Hyperion\, and Chandos have led to the release of over thirty CDs. \nMelbourne Recital Centre is delighted to welcome the orchestra back to Elisabeth Murdoch Hall for three exquisite concerts this October\, including an intimate matinee concert experience featuring the Chamber Ensemble front and centre. \n\nThursday 5 October 2023 11am;  Melbourne Recital Centre\, Elisabeth Murdoch Hall \nDuration: 1 hour (no interval) Please note\, running times are approximate and subject to change. \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $65 ($55 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/academy-of-st-martin-in-the-fields-chamber-ensemble/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230901T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230901T201500
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SUMMARY:Rob Hao: Schubert Overwritten
DESCRIPTION:Schubert’s motifs\, styles and gestures reinterpreted.\nRob Hao breathes new life into the music of Franz Schubert by offering contemporary interpretations of his works. Curated by Hao\, the performance features two unfinished sonatas presented alongside two modern completions of each respective work. \nWhether you’re a seasoned listener of new music or a lover of Schubert’s entire catalogue\, this curation has something for everyone. In addition to the completions\, the program includes Elena Kats-Chernin’s The Schubert Blues\, which was composed as a response to Schubert’s Death and the Maiden quartet. \n\nFriday 1 September 2023 7pm;   MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon;   Duration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $25 ($20 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/rob-hao-schubert-overwritten/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Musicians of the Gewandhaus Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:A showcase of unmissable musicianship at its finest.\nThese select musicians from the Gewandaus Orchestra bring with them an unmissable musicianship and carry a tradition unlike any other. The Gewandhaus Orchestra Leipzig is the world’s oldest orchestra\, and this performance is the ultimate opportunity to witness some of Germany’s most in-demand musicians presenting an intimate performance of\, and inspired by\, Schubert’s Octet in F. \nAbout the concert\nAn exploration of a more intimate form of music-making\, Schubert’s Octet with its warm yet heartfelt moments\, was written at a time in the composer’s life when writing songs and symphonies was on hiatus. The result is a six-movement masterpiece that elegantly and carefully represents a cross-section of the symphony orchestra. \nOpening the concert\, and with inspiration from the Octet\, is Danish composer Hans Abrahamsen’s arrangement of Schubert’s Six Moments Musicaux – originally written for solo piano\, but in an arrangement especially commissioned for this Australian tour. \n\nFriday 4 August 2023 7.30pm; Elisabeth Murdoch Hall; Duration: 2 hours (incl. interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $79 ($59 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/musicians-of-the-gewandhaus-orchestra/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Murdoch Hall\, Melbourne Recital Centre\, Melbourne\, 3134\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230719T180000
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SUMMARY:Songmakers Australia: The Beautiful Miller’s Daughter
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 200 years of Die Schöne Müllerin.\nUnique in the musical landscape of Australia\, Songmakers Australia brings together some of the country’s leading singers and instrumentalists in a diverse repertoire comprising some of the pinnacles of all chamber music. \nUnder the artistic patronage of Graham Johnson\, pianist Andrea Katz teams with soprano Merlyn Quaife\, mezzosoprano Christina Wilson\, tenor Brenton Spiteri and bass-baritone Nicholas Dinopoulos in inspired programs that feature a dynamic interplay of song and chamber music. \nAbout the concert\nTheir performance in Primrose Potter Salon celebrates 200 years of Die schöne Müllerin (The Fair Maid of the Mill)\, a song cycle based on 20 poems written by Wilhem Müller. \n‘I feel myself to be the most unhappy and wretched creature in the world. Imagine a man whose health will never be right again\, and who in sheer despair over this ever makes things worse and worse\, instead of better; imagine a man\, I say\, whose most brilliant hopes have perished\, to whom the happiness of love and friendship have nothing to offer but pain… My peace is gone\, my heart is sore\, I shall find it never and nevermore… I may well sing now\, for each night\, on retiring to bed\, I hope I may not wake again…’ With these poignant words Schubert described his state of mind after writing Die schöne Müllerin. \n\nWednesday 19 July 2023 6pm; MRC\, Primrose Potter Salon;  Duration: 1 hour (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTickets: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/songmakers-australia-the-beautiful-millers-daughter/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre Primrose Potter Salon Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Quartz: Langsamer
DESCRIPTION:An ode to tender human emotions.\nAcclaimed Melbourne string quartet Quartz are a confluence of Australian musical talent and world-class technique. Their exciting yet sensitive interpretations of great masterpieces of the string quartet repertoire are a delight to hear and much loved by audiences. \nAbout the concert \nTheir performance in Primrose Potter Salon presents emotional works for the string quartet by Webern and Beethoven. Anton Webern’s utterly ravishing Langsamer Satz (Slow Movement) for string quartet was written when he was madly in love. Inspired by a hiking trip in the Austrian mountains with his future wife\, the influence of Brahms in both romanticism and tonality are evident throughout. Referred to as ‘pure and exalted love music’\, the emotions range from yearning to dramatic turmoil and finally\, tranquility. \nBeethoven’s string quartet Op.127 is the first of his legendary ‘late quartets’. It is an uncommonly tender and introverted work that exudes raw human emotion with spectacular control. The work embodies the stylistic traits of his final period of writing – sublime beauty\, deeply intimate emotion\, epic lengths and superhuman virtuosity. Beethoven’s final music is utterly transcendental. \n\nTuesday 11 July 2023 6pm; Primrose Potter Salon;   Duration: 1 hour (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/quartz-langsamer/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T170000
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SUMMARY:Benaud Trio: Ornamental
DESCRIPTION:Shining a spotlight on an often-forgotten composer.\nBenaud Trio is one of Australia’s finest and most-loved chamber ensembles. Since coming together more than 15 years ago\, they have established themselves as formidable performers of the major repertoire and works by Australian composers and are well-known for their outrageous pop-inspired encores. \nAbout the concert\nWhile Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn were as prodigious musicians as one can imagine\, Fanny was regularly left standing in her brother’s shadow. Felix’ talent was celebrated\, while their father declared Fanny’s musicianship to be an ornament to her domestic life. \nThis performance title Ornamental celebrates the life\, the music\, and the relationship between these two great composers. \nOpening with the Melbourne premiere of Anne Cawrse’ Songs Without Words\, this unapologetically lyrical piece was composed for the trio in 2020\, while Fanny Mendelssohn’s substantial and dramatic Trio Op.11 rounds out the afternoon of music. \n\nSaturday 1 July 2023 2pm & 5pm; Primrose Potter Salon  Duration: 1 hour (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $50 ($40 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/benaud-trio-ornamental/2023-07-01/2/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T140000
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SUMMARY:Benaud Trio: Ornamental
DESCRIPTION:Shining a spotlight on an often-forgotten composer.\nBenaud Trio is one of Australia’s finest and most-loved chamber ensembles. Since coming together more than 15 years ago\, they have established themselves as formidable performers of the major repertoire and works by Australian composers and are well-known for their outrageous pop-inspired encores. \nAbout the concert\nWhile Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn were as prodigious musicians as one can imagine\, Fanny was regularly left standing in her brother’s shadow. Felix’ talent was celebrated\, while their father declared Fanny’s musicianship to be an ornament to her domestic life. \nThis performance title Ornamental celebrates the life\, the music\, and the relationship between these two great composers. \nOpening with the Melbourne premiere of Anne Cawrse’ Songs Without Words\, this unapologetically lyrical piece was composed for the trio in 2020\, while Fanny Mendelssohn’s substantial and dramatic Trio Op.11 rounds out the afternoon of music. \n\nSaturday 1 July 2023 2pm & 5pm; Primrose Potter Salon  Duration: 1 hour (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $50 ($40 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/benaud-trio-ornamental/2023-07-01/1/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre\, Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank VIC 3006\, Australia\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3929\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230530T180000
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SUMMARY:ANAM Encounters: Inflections
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the next generation of outstanding stars.\nThe intensity of training for musicians at the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) has been likened to ‘a musical boot camp that lasts an entire year.’ But rarely are boot camps full of such joy\, self-discovery\, and artistic aspirations. The ANAM Encounters series in Primrose Potter Salon showcases outstanding performers from the class of 2022 and connects them with audiences as they embark on their professional careers as leading creative artists. \nARTISTS: Aditya Bhat percussion; Laura Cliff flute; Nicola Robinson horn; Reuben Johnson piano \nPROGRAM: Luke Styles: A Shot at the Star; Hilary Paredes: Tlapitzalli 2; \nRichard Barrett: catastrophe (natural causes II); Edgard Varèse: Density 21.5; Catherine Likhuta: Out of the Woods? \nAditya Bhat: …long awake in the wind-loud darkness – World premiere \n\nTuesday 30 May 2023 6pm; Primrose Potter Salon; Duration: 1 hour (no interval) \n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: Standard $37 ($30 Concession)
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/anam-encounters-inflections/
LOCATION:Melbourne Recital Centre: Primrose Potter Salon\, 31 Sturt St\, Southbank\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
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