The Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) celebrates the enduring genius of Johann Sebastian Bach this autumn with a national tour perorming the violin concertos of Bach. Artistic Director Richard Tognetti leads the performances for which he is joined by Principal Violinists Helena Rathbone and Satu Vänskä, showcasing Bach’s works for solo violin, violin and orchestra, two…
The Australian Chamber Orchestra is the beneficiary of the largesse of Peter Weiss AO, one of Australia’s most dedicated arts philanthropists and a successful businessman. He has donated to the ensemble an exceptionally fine and extremely rare cello. Made by Giuseppe Guarneri filius Andreæ in 1729, the cello is valued at A$1,800,000. This is the…
The 10th anniversary season of Selby & Friends will continue with Musical Offering, the third concert of the series featuring some of the finest chamber musicians in the world. Musical Offering will see cellist Timo-Veikko Valve and violinist Nikki Chooi join Australian pianist Kathryn Selby, in touring metropolitan and regional venues around Australia in June, presenting…