The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents violists Nicole Divall and Elizabeth Woolnough in their next ACO HomeCast.
Filmed over April and May, the two violists share their insights into their lives during lockdown, with this performance of Australian composer Ross Edwards’ Ecstatic Dances for Two Violas.
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