‘The hallmarks of excellence from beginning to end” says the Sydney Morning Herald’s reviewer, David Vance.
http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/aural-delight-from-start-to-finish-20120513-1ykv1.html
Fika/ ElysianFields/ Move Records Jenny Eriksson and her ensemble Elysian Fields have released Fika (pronounced ‘fee-ka’), a 9-track, album with 50+ minutes of music. The title refers to the Swedish tradition of Fika, where friends and colleagues gather over a cup of tea or coffee and a snack. More than just a break for refreshment,…
Opera Australia’s production of Verdi’s Aida, conducted by Arvo Volmer and directed and choreographed by Graeme Murphy has opened in Sydney. Peter McCallum reviews it for the Sydney Morning Herald: http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/opera/murphys-grand-design-a-triumph-in-a-tight-space-20120718-22alj.html
The instruments, techniques and musicianship of the AHE are integral to its distinctive sound – a critical element in keeping this historic, genteel and entertaining style alive.
Peter McCallum reviews the Australia Ensemble for the Sydney Morning Herald. (Even the SMH makes typos!) http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/review/gig/australia-ensemlbe-20120318-1vdnw.html
“A beautifully curated and concise program which examined its theme from many angles and performance styles with exemplary choral singing.”
Handel: Heaven and Harmony Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and Choir City Recital Hall, Angel Place 25 February 2015 The programmes of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra continually aim to present unfamiliar music or new approaches to well-trodden paths and they also regularly introduce new faces. For their Heaven and Harmony concert all the music was by Handel,…