For the finale of the Australian Haydn Ensemble’s 2017 season, Dr Erin Helyard returns to direct a dazzling symphonic program and perform as soloist in C.P.E. Bach’s Keybard Concerto in C major. The ensemble, under Artistic Director Skye McIntosh performs other works by Mozart and Haydn. Over the past five years, AHE has formed an acclaimed…
“All the jolly chase is here With hawk and horse and hunting-spear, Hounds are in their couples yelling, Hawks are whistling, horns are knelling…” Hunting Song by Sir Walter Scott (1771 – 1832) Those words encapsulate the theme of the next concert by the Australian Haydn Ensemble. Artistic Director Skye McIntosh is joined by Amy Power, oboe…
The Australian Haydn Ensemble under its Artistic Director Skye McIntosh launches their year with a vibrant program of hot-blooded Spanish-influenced string quintets by Boccherini, Cambini and Mozart. Boccherini’s Night Music of the Streets of Madrid is his charismatic reflection on the vibrant city. Church bells, the soldier’s drum, popular street dances and the curfew call…