‘Suor Angelica’ – Harbour City Opera
Punching above its weight in talent and ambition, Sydney’s new kid on the block, Harbour City Opera presents Puccini’s 1 – act opera Suor Angelica, the tale of a young woman forced by her family to retreat to a nunnery as a result of an indiscretion. For seven years she waits for news of her…
‘Hierusalem’ from bel a cappella
Bel a cappella’s November concert of 20th and 21st century music reaches back in time to Latin for its title: Hierusalem. It’s also the name of George Dyson’s 1956 composition, a 15-verse hymn for soprano solo, chorus, strings, harp and organ which will receive its Australian premiere at the Remembrance Day concert. Other repertoire in the programme by the 25-30 strong vocal ensemble,…