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This program celebrates cultural exchange through music, highlighting composers who crossed borders and enriched new musical landscapes. Nicola Matteis brought his vibrant Neapolitan style to…

Both renowned figures in Melbourne’s vibrant jazz scene, they will deliver a captivating blend of beloved classic standards and original compositions from Mat’s acclaimed albums,…

William Morris (1834–96) — poet, novelist, artist and socialist — was one of the greatest pattern designers of all time: his work remains enduringly popular.…

Acclaimed internationally for its Piano Trio Archaeology – unearthing and rediscovering ‘forgotten’ works of yesteryear – the group offers a captivating program which juxtaposes two…

Music has an incredible way of healing both the mind and body. Its universal appeal makes it a powerful tool for relaxation, resilience, and emotional…

In Purcell’s day, St Cecilia, patron saint of music, was celebrated in London with a new work commissioned annually. Perhaps the greatest of all these…

Jane Austen’s fifth great niece, Caroline Jane Knight, invites you to join her as she shares memories of growing up at Chawton House on the…

Award-winning author and publisher Peter Rose formed The Highly Strung Players in 1989 to perform works by himself and other absurdist playwrights. These are rehearsed…

This program opens with the Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, in essence a one-movement concerto for two oboes, and includes a concerto for harp, another…

Born in the enchanting ancient city of Fez, Morocco, vocalist Lamiae Naki and her ensemble Seffarine bring to life the vibrant musical heritage of the…

As Australia moves towards a net-zero emissions energy future, debates continue about the right pathway, technologies, costs, electricity prices, and the role of regions. 

Spanish Connections highlights some of the diverse influences which have defined the Spanish guitar over the past century. In the early 20th century, guitarists Miguel…

Fearless Beatrice Faust celebrates, explains and questions her struggle to change both herself and her world. Judith is joined by Sally Warhaft in this discussion. 

This program opens with the Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, in essence a one-movement concerto for two oboes, and includes a concerto for harp, another…

A magisterial novel resonant with contemporary concerns, by one of Australia’s foremost authors writing at the height of his ambition.

A spectacular program of the finest works for solo piano by Mozart, Chopin, Scriabin, and Brahms.

TV host and garden writer Michael McCoy will look back over evocative references to gardens in fiction, the literary quality of early garden writing, and…

In Purcell’s day, St Cecilia, patron saint of music, was celebrated in London with a new work commissioned annually. Perhaps the greatest of all these…

Margaret Simons will speak on issues in politics and journalism, with the precise topic to be decided closer to the day. She will be joined…

Family-friendly event. Step into a magical realm where Prokofiev’s “Cinderella” dances with new life.

The concert showcases the versatility of the cello ensemble, presenting music in sextet and octet formations. The program includes a diverse range of composers, from…

The story of Nijinsky, the Polish/Russian dancer is a tale of brilliance and despair, of innocence and stardom, celebrity, sensitivity and tragedy, and amongst the…

The concert showcases the versatility of the cello ensemble, presenting music in sextet and octet formations. The program includes a diverse range of composers, from…

Brahms’ three sonatas for piano and violin, all composed during his mature years, are among his greatest creations. The first, opus 78 in G major, is…

Multi-international, award-winning film. Score by Paul Jarman and John Crick. Woodend Première Screening: Introduction and Q&A by its Director, Michael Dillon.

Inspired by their time living in New York City, brothers Ziggy & Miles present a program that demonstrates the guitar duo’s unique strengths: its chamber music-like interplay, ability to sound as a unified entity, and capacity to evoke the rich colours of a full orchestra.

Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of Christmas Carols, as outstanding chamber choir Ensemble Gombert, directed by John O’Donnell, bring the Christmas cheer to Woodend.