Hemispheres is a gem of a CD, which, like many independent recordings, has slipped under the radar of the mainstream press. Described as ‘Mystical journeys through four continents’ Hemispheres was recorded by flautist Sally Walker with pianist Philip Mayers, both prodigiously gifted Australian musicians with impressive international careers. The anthology represents eleven 20th century composers…
Halcyon is throwing open the doors to its rehearsal for Elliott Gyger’s giving voice. It is the first time in 18 years that Halcyon is inviting its audience tp observe its rehearsal process so that the public can see what happens off the concert stage. The night is designed to be an informal look at the…
Composer Elena Kats-Chernin has written a new work – a concerto for flute and orchestra and it is to premiere later this month. Called Night and Now, the concerto was commissioned by flautist Sally Walker, for whom it was written, with assistance from the Australia Council. Sally Walker revealed to SoundsLikeSydney, that she and Elena started…