Metamorphosis – the music of Gesualdo, and the works he inspired

Metamorphosis – the music of Gesualdo, and the works he inspired

The Choir of St James’ King Street, will mark the launch of their 2013 season with Metamorphosis, a concert featuring a range of Renaissance and contemporary pieces. Directed by Warren Trevelyan-Jones, the programme will centre on the work of Carlo Gesualdo, marking the 400th anniversary of his death. The beauty of  Gesualdo’s music is coloured by a dissonance…

Lenten music by Bach and Buxtehude

Lenten music by Bach and Buxtehude

The Parsons Affayre and period instrumental ensemble conducted by Warren Trevelyan-Jones present Membra Jesu Nostri a programme of Baroque music for Lent which featuring the works of J S Bach (1685-1750) and a cantata cycle by Dietrich Buxtehude (c 1637 – 1707). The concert features special guests The Emerald City Viols conducted by Brooke Green. Tickets $45/$40 Seniors/$30…

‘Life’s Journey’ at St James’ King Street

‘Life’s Journey’ at St James’ King Street

  In their final subscription concert for the year, the Choir of St James’ King Street will be joined by mezzo-soprano Sally- Anne Russell to perform  Life’s Journey – music about life, death, and everything in between. The programme represents a break from the usual style of the choir. It focuses on secular works of the 20th and 21st centuries, especially,…