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Australian Music Centre Announces MOMENTUM Commission Recipients
Connor D’Netto (Qld) and Maria Grenfell (Tas) are the recipients of The Australian Music Centre’s MOMENTUM Commissions. Each composer receives $2,500 towards the commission of a proposed work. Artists were called to propose a new work for a small chamber ensemble and voice, inspired by nature and the Australian environment. Connor D’Netto’s proposed work will explore…
Triple Opera Debut For Thrilling Melbourne Baritone
Melbourne baritone Kiran Rajasingam will reach three exciting milestones when he sings the role of Prince Yamadori in Opera Australia’s production of Madama Butterfly which opens at the Sydney Opera House in June. It is his debut in Sydney, his debut at the Sydney Opera House and as a principal with the company.
Halcyon Relaunches First Stones 2022, Vocal Writing Intensive
Halcyon is relaunching First Stones 2022, its vocal writing intensive, coming up in July 2022. First Stones 2022 promises to be an unrivalled opportunity to discover more about the voice and its capabilities, something Halcyon has been living out in performance for almost twenty five years. Additionally, it is a chance to explore the collaborative…
Cheetham, Kats-Chernin And Lacey Win Top Spots In 2022 Australian Women in Music Awards
The 2022 Australian Women in Music Awards winners have been announced with Deborah Cheetham AO receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Elena Kats-Chernin receiving the Artistic Excellence Award. Geneveive Lacey won the award for Excellence in Classical Music.
Angus Davison wins 2022-23 Layton Emerging Composer Fellowship.
Angus Davison wins the 2022-23 Layton Emerging Composer Fellowship.
Emerging Composers Win 2022 Art Music Fund Awards
Eleven composers from Australia and New Zealand are the recipients of the Art Music Fund, with each receiving a $5,000 grant towards the commission of a proposed work.
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Album Review: Tango de Saxos / Nexas Quartet
In its CD Tango de Saxos, the four outstanding saxophonists of Nexas Quartet demonstrate their intimate knowledge of tango style, and know what works for their combination of instruments.
Concert Review: An American In Paris
An American in Paris has opened its Sydney season and it’s an intoxicating hit. Who could ask for anything more?!