Violinist Riccardo Minasi is soloist and Guest Director with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra in its season of ‘Glorious Baroque’ which opened last weekend. Here are four photographs from the opening concerts.
‘Glorious Baroque’ continues on November 2nd, 4th and 5th.
See also: http://soundslikesydney.com.au/shows/possum-goes-for-baroque-2/5310.html
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