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A pianist whose fresh interpretations have established him as one of the most unique and unusual soloists of his generation, Dejan Lazic has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, among them the Chicago Symphony, the London Philharmonic, the Royal Concertgebouw and the Tokyo Symphony. He's recorded 16 albums, and been lauded by critics, with Die Spiegel magazine praising his “grandiose technique” and The Guardian describing him as “a powerhouse performer whose playing combines strength with beauty”. He has returned to Australia to once again appear with Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, an orchestra he first saw perform as a 12 year old in Zagreb and with which he feels a special affinity.Dejan talks about his musical upbringing in Croatia, his early success as both a pianist and clarinettist, and his formative studies in Salzburg within the Hungarian piano tradition. He reflects candidly on the challenges of growing up as a highly visible young musician, on what was needed to shake off the perceptions of being a child prodigy, and on how working as a composer is an important part of being a fully rounded musician. Throughout, he exudes energetic curiosity and a grounded humility.Dejan Lazic performs with the Australian Chamber Orchestra for Rachmaninov's Rhapsody until February 18.
Richard Tognetti, Artistic Director of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, asks Savva, "Running enterprises from a birds-eye view, how do you keep your eye on things?"Listen to the full conversation with Richard published July 29, 2025 - just search "Richard Tognetti Three Food Memories on your player.Send us a textTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavas @threefoodmemoriesEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you! TFM is produced and edited by Lauren McWhirter with original music by Russell Torrance.
Chief Culture Correspondent Tim Douglas has an adventure to make us all jealous, involving world-famous musician Richard Tognetti and a surprising amount of upper body strength. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of the weekend edition of The Front is produced and hosted by Claire Harvey. Sound design by Tiffany Dimmack. The theme was composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under Richard Tognetti's leadership, the Australian Chamber Orchestra has come to be regarded as one of the world's finest ensembles. In this wide-ranging and candid conversation, Richard reflects on 35 years at the helm, as well as his international orchestral appearances as director or soloist. Equally at home on the period, modern and electric violins, he has also created dozens of arrangements and compositions, including for several films, and claimed six ARIA Awards.From a Wollongong childhood, Richard traces a journey defined by fierce independence and a passion for blurring musical boundaries - qualities that have shaped the ACO's distinctive sound. He speaks compellingly of the importance of music education, sharing moving stories of his personal encounters through the ACO's outreach, and takes pride in the orchestra's new home at Pier 2/3 in Walsh Bay - a place to share and experience music.Personal and insightful, this conversation illuminates the energy, intellect and uncompromising spirit of one of Australia's most influential musicians.Richard Tognetti directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra for Cocteau's Circle around Australia until November 22. Subscriptions for the ACO's 2026 season are now available.
The repertoire of Australia's leading recorder virtuoso, Genevieve Lacey, ranges from medieval manuscripts to cutting-edge contemporary commissions. She has a love of both the very old and the very new in music, performing on an instrument that has become a bridge between worlds that are centuries apart.She discusses her remarkable journey, from growing up in Papua New Guinea, to her musically formative years in Ballarat, through to her career-defining encounters with ensembles like the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Along the way, she shares how the recorder became her voice, despite the prejudices attached to it as a schoolyard toy, and how she has carved out a career performing on an instrument that few master to this level.Genevieve also reflects on her wider curatorial work, her passion for collaboration, and the role of arts and culture in shaping a healthy society. She reveals why the relative simplicity of the recorder continues to captivate her and audiences alike.Genevieve Lacey joins the Australian Chamber Orchestra for A Musical Awakening, under the guest direction of ACO principal cellist Timo-Veikko Valve until 21 September.
Samuel Adams (b. 1985) is an American composer. Gramophone Magazine praised Adams as “among the most interesting composers of the millennial generation in his negotiation of the tensions that shape and define his musical narratives: between directness and implication, silence and resonance, emotion and its aftermath.” His work resists the traditional tensions of classical music, blending acoustic and digital sounds in inventive, texturally rich compositions. He has been commissioned by a number of major ensembles, including the San Francisco Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, New World Symphony, Australian Chamber Orchestra, Chicago Symphony, Cincinnati Symphony, Dallas Symphony, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, and The Living Earth Show. On the podcast, Adams talks about growing up in the Bay Area, working with the San Francisco Symphony, and the influence of composer Ingram Marshall on his life and work.Music: Études by Samuel Adams, performed by Conor Hanick; Violin Diptych by Samuel Adams, performed by Karen Gomyo and Conor Hanick (Other Minds Records); Shade Studies by Samuel Adams, performed by Sarah Cahill (Irritable Hedgehog)Follow Samuel Adams on Instagram.samuelcarladams.comFollow us on Instagram and Facebook.otherminds.orgContact us at otherminds@otherminds.org.The Other Minds Podcast is hosted and edited by Joseph Bohigian. Outro music is “Kings: Atahualpa” by Brian Baumbusch (Other Minds Records).
"The thing about stealing a violin... the Russian oligarchs aren't in the market anymore" - Richard Tognetti In this episode you'll meet Richard Tognetti, Artistic Director of the Australian Chamber Orchestra who has been leading the charge for an astonishing 35 years - making him the longest-serving artistic director on the planet!What's his secret to staying forever young? Music and surfing, but not at the same time.This episode is a vibrant celebration of Richard's remarkable journey, the ACO's 50th anniversary, his 60th birthday, and a love letter to his hometown, the 'Gong.On the menu: classic fish and chips wrapped in newspaper, sizzling Japanese izakaya fare, David Thompson's Nahm Phrik and a dash of Meatloaf, Nutloaf, and the pursuit of pure surfing zen.Richard's social cause is the ACO Foundations, an in-school program which uses music learning to improve the developmental and educational outcomes of children in low socio-economic status schools. Send us a textTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavas @threefoodmemoriesEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you! TFM is produced and edited by Lauren McWhirter with original music by Russell Torrance.
Helena Rathbone has long been a central and beloved figure in Australia's musical life. As Principal Violin and sometimes leader of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, she brings both incisive musicianship and deep artistic integrity to everything she touches. She's equally at home leading string ensembles, mentoring young musicians, or stepping into a solo spotlight.In this wide-ranging and warm interview, Helena reflects on her rich musical life as Principal Violin of the ACO and co-director of the upcoming ACO Unleashed tour. She shares stories from her musical upbringing in a singing family, her training in the UK including at the Guildhall School of Music, her experiences with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, and her decision to move to Australia to join the ACO 30 years ago. She talks about her passion for mentoring young musicians through the ACO's emerging artist programs, her treasured Stradivarius violin, and the emotional significance behind her music choices.Helena Rathbone co-directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra for ACO Unleashed around Australia from June 21 to July 2.
Violist Irina Morozova has a long and distinguished career, including as principal viola of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, and guest principal of the Sydney Symphony and Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestras. But it's as part of the Goldner String Quartet that she and her fellow musicians Dene Olding, Dimity Hall and Julian Smiles, have found a significant place in the hearts of Australia's classical music lovers. Long been considered Australia's pre-eminent string quartet, the Golders are considered among the best quartets in the world. They've recorded 19 albums covering repertoire from Beethoven to Peter Sculthorpe and have performed internationally including at London's Wigmore Hall and at the Biennale in Venice. But this year, their 30th season, is also their last, with their farewell concert taking place this Sunday 8th of December at the Verbruggen Hall of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music in association with Musica Viva. Irina talks about the significant place the Golden String Quartet has had in her life and heart. The music she shares is done so with thoughtfulness and passion, and her story is inspiring.
“I mean the media is a tough ground. People swear, including me.”This extraordinary episode of Three Food Memories celebrates media doyenne, Ita Buttrose AC, OBE. Recorded at The Neilson auditorium at the Australian Chamber Orchestra for Savva's 50th birthday party, Ita shares incredible insights from her trail-blazing eight decades.We start the food journey at Watson's Bay with her father as a child, voyage through the Rockies on the glass roofed Rocky Mountaineer with her husband Alisdair, and find out the cheesy secrets behind a $3000 chicken dish in Townsville, which she also passes forward to our next guest, Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg.Along the way we hear from special guest Beryl Lane, a life-long Ita-ite who travelled to Sydney especially for the event, and who shared why Ita was so important to women in regional Australia.Ita is an ambassador for the Bobby Goldsmith Foundation, which is Australia's oldest HIV charity and provides support to anyone having difficulty living with HIV, physically, emotionally, or financially. Poignant, thoughtful, and thoroughly funny, this is an episode not to be missed. Send us a textTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavas @threefoodmemoriesEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you! TFM is produced and edited by Lauren McWhirter with original music by Russell Torrance.
A musician described as “the most interesting voice on the guitar for a generation”, Edinburgh-born Sean Shibe is as at home on the electric guitar as he is on the classical acoustic one. Winner of awards including the 2018 Royal Philharmonic Society Young Artist Award and the 2022 Leonard Bernstein Award, he was nominated in 2023 for a Grammy, and continues to prove himself as an original mind at the frontier of contemporary classical music. In this conversation, Sean demystifies the electric guitar while eloquently introducing us to a deliciously diverse selection of music. He has an inspiring approach to both the acoustic and electric guitar which embraces tradition while pushing boundaries. Sean Shibe performs with the Australian Chamber Orchestra under artistic director Richard Tognetti for Scotland Unbound around Australia until November 18, with performances at the City Recital Hall on November 9, 12 and 13, and at the Sydney Opera House on November 10.
Violist and music curator Katie Yap has performed with some of Australia's finest ensembles, including the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Van Diemen's Band, and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra. She's also played overseas, including with the Academy of Ancient Music. She's a founding member of a prog-baroque quartet Croissants & Whisky, plus the Chrysalis Harp Trio, and crossover folk/baroque group the Wattleseed Ensemble. Katie shares her passion for improvisation and merging the worlds of baroque, folk, and contemporary music. Since her professional start in Orchestra Victoria, she has embarked on a diverse and successful career forming music ensembles and curating festivals, including the Music She Wrote festival for 3MBS in Melbourne, celebrating female composers. In 2022 she was the recipient of the Freedman Fellowship. This conversation was recorded at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music in late July.
On this week's episode, Australian Chamber Orchestra chief executive Richard Evans talks about his road to sobriety, reflects on the importance of being honest and vulnerable with his staff and discusses how attending Harvard Business School reshaped his career. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie BroadbandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A pianist who The New Yorker described as “New York's queen of avant-garde piano”, Lisa Moore has performed with the London Sinfonietta, Australian Chamber Orchestra, the Sydney, Canberra and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestras to name just a few, and has played under the baton of luminaries like Leonard Bernstein, Pierre Boulez, David Robertson and Edo de Waart. She's appeared in venues from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House, and been part of over 30 albums. Lisa has made her career performing music of living composers. In this conversation she speaks with great passion about this music, sharing great insights about it plus her career journey as a modern pianist. Since recording this interview, Lisa is happy to announce the release in early 2025 of the new album from Crux Duo, a collaboration between herself and clarinettist Lloyd Van't Hoff. Called My Place, it's a compilation of modern Australian and American works written and arranged especially for them, including by Elena Kats-Chernin, Erik Griswold, Nick Russoniello, Harriet Steinke, and Martin Bresnick, and will be released on the ABC Classics label. Lisa and Lloyd will perform a concert launching the album at the Goethe Institute, as part of the Goethe Lounge Series, at 6pm on Wednesday 22 January 2025. Find Lisa's albums on the usual streaming services, and follow Lisa via her website lisamoore.org as well as on Instagram @lisapianomoore and on Facebook @lisamoorepiano
A composer who Australian Stage has dubbed “the most interesting voice in Australian composition for many years”, Harry Sdraulig has risen to prominence through a string of collaborations with renowned artists and organisations. He's composed for The Australian Chamber Orchestra, Musica Viva, the Australia Ensemble, as well as the Sydney, Melbourne, Queensland, Tasmanian, and Canberra Symphony Orchestras, and has also been commissioned by cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Harry shares some great insights and perspectives on the life a composer, and he introduces some of the compositions which have featured at key points of his career. Harry Sdraulig's new work, Triptych, is performed by the Omega Ensemble as part of their Concertante tour, 1-5 October in Sydney, Melbourne and Newcastle.
In this episode, I explore the powerful role of words, vocabulary, and sound in the collective ascension journey! I also discuss how language can either hinder or enhance our spiritual growth, emphasizing the need to unify and purify our common vocabulary. The concept of Sonic gridwork was also a focus, as I share insights on using sound, music, and vibration to assist in the energetic healing and gridding of the planet Gaia. Language Myths (book I refer to): https://amzn.to/3ABElt0 A Path to Sovereignty (September 11-13) - Free Workshop with Sacred Initiation Journey: https://www.sacredinitiationjourney.com/path-to-sovereignty?sa=sa016713982563f0c145a13f0fc3a39a05832f2ca5 Join Light Language Group Mentorship (starts September 8, 2024): https://www.activationswithjj.com/light-language-mentorship Sign Up For Light Language Quantum Leap (starts September 8, 2024): https://www.activationswithjj.com/ll-quantum-leap Join The Starseed Gridwork Community: https://www.activationswithjj.com/starseed-gridwork-community Sabrina Rempp's IG: https://www.instagram.com/savvysoulshine/ Song: Spirit Voice of the Enchanted Waters by Australian Chamber Orchestra and William Barton - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkzfBWo1jVQ https://activationswithjj.com Multidimensional Messages for Healing and Higher Consciousness #lightlanguage #1111 #energyupdate #energyhealing #healer #lightworker #spiritualawakening #higherconsciousness #lightcodes #starseed Make sure you are on JJ's email list to receive latest updates and offerings! Sign up here: https://linktr.ee/activationswithjj
Fredrik Ekdahl is leader of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra's bassoon section and held the same position in the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra. He performs regularly with orchestras including London Symphony Orchestra, the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Australian Chamber Orchestra. He has appeared as soloist with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra. New works have also been composed especially for Ekdahl, such as Jesper Nordin's bassoon concerto, Vicinities. Fredrik Ekdahl is a dedicated chamber musician and regularly performs in festivals all over the world. He has collaborated with world-class musicians such as violinist Janine Jansen and clarinettist Martin Fröst. Ekdahl is a Professor at the Hochschule för Musik Trossingen in Germany. Summary Fredrik Ekdahl discusses his journey as a bassoonist, his experiences in orchestras, his love for chamber music, and his passion for contemporary music. He shares insights on his early musical inspirations, working with renowned conductors, being well prepared for performances. He enjoys playing in orchestras and chamber music ensembles, finding joy in the direct communication and collaboration with other musicians. He also shares his passion and approach to contemporary pieces, including performing and recording Jesper Nordin's bassoon concerto “Vicinities”. Fredrik also talks about his role as a bassoon professor in Trossingen and his hobbies outside of music. As a bassoon professor, Fredrik emphasizes the importance of a supportive and collaborative learning environment for his students. Find out more about Fredrik's bassoon studio here: https://www.hfm-trossingen.de/hochschule/personen/detail/fredrik-ekdahl Thank you to Tutti Fagotti GmbH for sponsoring this episode. Use discount code “legendsofreed” to enjoy a 10% discount from today until 31.08.2024 for online purchase of bassoon accessories on their website: https://www.tutti-fagotti.com hosted by Jo Anne Sukumaran Chapters 00:00 The Beginning of a Musical Journey 08:24 Collaborating with Conductors 15:05 The Importance of Preparation 28:32 Teaching Bassoon and Fostering a Musical Community 31:54 Finding Balance and Looking Ahead Opening credits: Camille Saint-Saëns Bassoon Sonata, courtesy of artist I. Allegretto Moderato, bassoon - Fredrik Ekdahl piano - Stefan Lindgren Recorded in Grünewaldsalen/Stockholms Konserthus in December 2021 as a part of the film series Mankind and Music at Konserthuset Play. Film - David Tarrodi Sound engineer - Håkan Ekman
French-German cellist Nicolas Altstaedt is one of the most sought after and versatile musicians today, performing repertoire spanning early music to the contemporary, as a soloist, conductor and artistic director. He's performed with the Philharmonia Orchestra, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, and the London Philharmonic, to name only a few. His conducting has taken him to the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and the Budapest Festival Orchestra and more. As a chamber musician he's collaborated with Joshua Bell, Janine Jansen and Pekka Kuusisto, amongst many other, and has recorded 15 albums. In this conversation Nicolas enthusiastically talks about his craft and shares music from his contemporaries who inspire him most. He articulately describes the variations between the different ensembles with which he has collaborated. His energy and insights shine a fresh light into the works he performs. Nicolas Altstaedt is in Australia to guest direct the Australian Chamber Orchestra until 30 June.
A French-Australian flautist who is very much the household name, Jane Rutter has been a shining light of our classical music scene for well over 30 years. She's shared billings with world renowned stars such as Lucciano Pavarotti and Michael Crawford, and performed with the full gamut of our own artists in Australia, from Tina Arena to the Australian Chamber Orchestra. She performs regularly in Paris and around the world, and more locally there are her famous Live at Lunch concerts at The Concourse in Chatswood. She's recorded an uncountable number of albums for which she's received four ARIA nominations. Limelight magazine called her “a leading female influence in the world of classical music." Jane shares some great stories of her journey and the people who helped shape her as a musician. She discusses some of the trailblazing she has done through her career, both willingly and inadvertently, and being at the forefront of how classical repertoire is presented in the modern era.
Sarah joins Regina to talk about how she has paved her way in as a director and the things that interest her. As well as her latert production No Pay? No Way! on at Sydney Theatre Company. Sarah Giles is an award-winning opera and theatre director. Described by Limelight Magazine as one of Australia's most thoughtful theatre-makers, she has a passion for comedy and opera and has directed over 25 productions for companies including Sydney Theatre Company, Melbourne Theatre Company, State Theatre of South Australia, Malthouse Theatre, Griffin Theatre, The Australian Chamber Orchestra, Sydney Chamber Opera, Opera Queensland, State Opera of South Australia and West Australian Opera. Sarah is a freelance artist, who works as a director, dramaturg and adaptor. She works across Australia and is based in Naarm / Melbourne where she lives with her family. Sarah received Helpmann Award and Green Room Award nominations for Best Direction of an Opera for her world premiere Victorian Opera production of Lorelei which won Best New Australian work and Best Design at the Green Room Awards where it was nominated in five categories.
Crabb shows Sales an extraordinary dance routine by Hollywood A-lister Tom Holland (and later is crushed by her teenage daughter acidly informing her that everyone in the world saw that video seven years ago when it first came out). Who cares, because Leigh Sales is touring with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Crabb is interviewing Ann Patchett for the Sydney Writers' Festival, so suck on that, kids. Listen now on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the full video on YOUTUBE READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of today's most notable and exciting keyboard artists, Kristian Bezuidenhout is equally at home on either the fortepiano, harpsichord, or modern piano, but it's in period keyboards that he has specialised. Now based in London, he's led many ensembles, including the English Consort, the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra, Les Art Florissant, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra to name only a few, and has recorded nearly 30 albums. He's a great friend of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and he's back in Australia to guest direct the orchestra. In this conversation, Kristian takes us on a deep dive into the fortepiano and why he has become so enamoured with this era of keyboard. We hear about the subtleties required for this instrument and the variations it acquired over time. Kristian Bezuidenhout directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra for Beethoven's Emperor around Australia until 24 March.
In this episode we will be looking at Francesco's most productive period of making instruments with a busy workshop and 4 sons helping him out. Jason Price from Tarisio fine violins and bows talks to us about Rugeris distinctive making style and his prolific production at this time in his life but things do not run as smoothly as Rugeri would like as he finds himself in hot water with court cases and grumpy children. Thankyou to the Australian Chamber Orchestra for permission to play their music.
Satu Vanska grew up in Japan as the child of Lutheran Missionaries. When the family moved back to Finland, she felt isolated and alien. But Satu knew she had a ticket out - her violin
Recorded at the Australian Chamber Orchestra's Studio at Walsh Bay on February 22nd, Savva sat down with the one and only Nat's What I Reckon - the young, male, tatted, pierced version of Stephanie Alexander, who has changed the eating habits of a generation.As Nat shared his three food memories; quarantine sauce, lasagna, and a Sustagen popper - delicious versions of the memories were served to the audience, so please excuse the sounds of cutlery and drooling in the background. Nat is as vulnerable as he is funny, and this episode is full of laughs, tears, and yes, lots of cussing. If you're not a fan of the f-word, you might have to squint your ears a bit. Nat's social cause is Beyond Blue's Big Blue Table initiative - bigbluetable.com.au. Because, as Nat says “if you don't have conversations around mental health, you're f*cked”. Produced and edited by Lauren McWhirterOriginal score by Russell TorranceTo find out more about the project and Savva - head to threefoodmemories.comInsta - @savvasavasEmail us at threefoodmemories@plated.com.au, we'd love to hear from you!
This interview first aired on Friday the 7th of July, 2023 on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton. One FM Breakfast announcer Terri Cowley talks to the Director of the Shepparton Festival Kristen Retallick. She talks about a winter taster event with Joseph Tawardros. Enjoy a cosy winter afternoon on Level 4 at Shepparton Art Museum with a rare opportunity for Shepparton audiences to experience a very special international musician. Joseph Tawadros will deliver an artist talk at 2pm, then the show will begin at 3pm. Elsewhere at Sam will provide bar service before the show and at interval. It's on Sunday the 16th of July, 2023. Born in Cairo, Joseph's chosen instrument, the Oud is an Arabic lute, the ancestor of the lute and modern guitar. A virtuoso of diversity and sensitivity, Joseph performs in concert halls worldwide and is known for his brilliant technique, deep musicianship, storytelling and joyous style of performance. Joseph has performed his own works with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, BBC Symphony, Melbourne, WA and Adelaide Symphony, Ukraine National Orchestra, Camerata Salzburg, the Morphing Chamber Orchestra and his Concerto for Oud & Orchestra with the Sydney Symphony was performed and released by ABC Classics, Australia in 2019. He was also the first and only Australian composer to be performed by the Academy of Ancient Music in the United Kingdom. He has recorded his music with many jazz luminaries such as John Abercrombie, Jack de Johnette, Roy Ayers, Bela Fleck, Mike Stern, Joey DeFrancesco, Richard Bona and Christian McBride. Classical collaborations include Richard Tognetti, William Barton, The Grigoryan Brothers, Christian Lindberg, James Crabb and his songs have been performed/recorded by The Song Company and Andreas Scholl. To find out more or to get tickets head to the Shepparton Festival website - https://sheppartonfestival.org.au/ Listen to Terri Cowley live on weekday mornings from 6am-9am. Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131 The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1. PRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association Limited and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) that covers Simulcasting and Online content including podcasts with musical content, that we pay every year. This licence number is 1385226/1.
It's often said that the Australian Chamber Orchestra is best described as an orchestra of soloists, and violinist Liisa Pallandi is one such soloist. She is ACO through and through, having been part of their emerging artists program back in 2012, and she's been playing with the orchestra ever since, becoming a permanent member in 2015. She's also performed with the Sydney, Melbourne, and Tasmanian Symphony orchestras, as guest principal violin with the Auckland Symphony Orchestra, and has played chamber music as far away as Denmark. In this conversation, Liisa talks about her experience with the ACO emerging artist program, the inspiration from both her fellow ACO musicians and their guest artists, and the remarkable instrument she plays. She provides a number of insights into different styles of music and performance through her diverse musical selection. The Australian Chamber Orchestra are performing concerts of the music of Mozart until 28 June at the City Recital Hall Angel Place, the Sydney Opera House as well as in the other state capitals. Liisa will also be co-directing the Sydney Youth Orchestra with her brother Jaan on 27 August to help celebrate the orchestra's 50th birthday.
In which we look into the young life of Nicolo Amati. I talk to Timo-Veikko Valve principal cellist in the Australian Chamber Orchestra who plays on an Amati Cello with a fascinating past. Tracing the extraordinary life and career of Nicolo Amati, one of the most influential violin makers in history. Join us as we delve into the early years of this legendary craftsman, uncovering the formative experiences and remarkable craftsmanship that laid the foundation for his illustrious career. Looking into Nicolo Amati's life, exploring the influences, techniques, and artistic vision that shaped his path as a violin maker. From his apprenticeship under his father, Girolamo Amati, to his explorations of innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship, we unravel the milestones that propelled Nicolo Amati to prominence. Join us as we uncover the triumphs and challenges Nicolo Amati faced throughout his career, the collaborations with renowned musicians of his time, and the legacy he left for generations of violin makers to come. Explore the craftsmanship, precision, and artistic finesse that made Nicolo Amati a true master of his craft.
David Greco has sung on some of the finest stages across Europe and makes regular appearances with Australia's most renowned orchestras, including the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, the Australian Chamber Orchestra as well as the Sydney Symphony. Internationally regarded for his interpretations of Schubert lieder and the solo works of JS Bach, this ARIA award-nominated artist is also the first Australian ever to have been appointed to a position with the Sistine Chapel Choir in the Vatican. In June, he joins the Australian Haydn Ensemble for Die Stille Nacht from 16-24 June at the City Recital Hall plus various regional venues across NSW. In this light hearted conversation, David regales us with some wonderful tales from his career, from appearing in the Opera Australia chorus through to working with some of Europe's finest.
Continue listening to the tale of the Amati brothers to help understand who made which instruments from now on. Is the violin making center of Italy the most boring city in the world? Well, we will see what 16th century tourists think in this episode continuing the story of the master violin makers that are the Amati Brothers. Violin maker and expert Carlo Chiesa talks to us about the Amati Brothers and why they had such a big falling out as does Oxford based violin expert Benjamin Hebbert. We hear from Ilya Isakovich violinist in the Australian Chamber Orchestra who plays on an Amati Brothers violin and the history of that particular violin.
Brett Weymark is one of Australia's foremost choral conductors. Since 2003 Brett Weymark has conducted the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs throughout Australia and internationally. He has also conducted the Sydney, Adelaide, Queensland, West Australian and Tasmanian symphony orchestras, Orchestra of the Antipodes, Sydney Youth Orchestra, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Hong Kong Philharmonic and productions for WAAPA, Pacific Opera and OzOpera. He has performed with Opera Australia, Pinchgut Opera, Australian Chamber Orchestra, The Song Company and Musica Viva. He studied singing and conducting at Sydney University and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and continued conducting studies with Simon Halsey, Vance George, Daniel Barenboim and Sir John Eliot Gardiner, amongst others. His performances have included Bach's Passions and Christmas Oratorio, the requiems of Mozart, Verdi, Duruflé and Fauré and Orff's Carmina Burana. He is champion of Australian composers and has premiered works by Matthew Hindson, Elena Kats-Chernin, Peter Sculthorpe, Ross Edwards and many others. He has prepared choirs for Sir Charles Mackerras, Zubin Mehta, Edo de Waart, Vladimir Ashkenazy and Sir Simon Rattle. He has recorded widely for the ABC and conducted film scores, including Happy Feet, Mad Max Fury Road and Australia. Recent highlight performances include Sondheim's Sweeney Todd (West Australian Opera), Paul Stanhope and Steve Hawke's Jandamarra (SSO), Michael Tippett's A Child Of Our Time (Adelaide Festival) and Carousel (State Opera South Australia). In 2001, Brett was awarded an Australian Centenary Medal. In 2021, he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for services to the performing arts through music. Brett is passionate about singing and the role that music plays in both the individual's wellbeing and the overall health and vitality of a community's culture. Music can transform lives and should be accessible to all.The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au
A brief featurette about composer & bandleader Maria Schneider's work with soprano Dawn Upshaw and the Australian Chamber Orchestra based on the poems of Ted Kooser.
Stay with our maker as we look at the ups and downs of life and hear from Maxime Bibeau about his instrument and what it is like to share his career with a da Salo. Maxime Bibeau double bassist in the Australian Chamber Orchestra celebrated for his exceptional talent and profound connection to the historical instrument he plays on made by the famed violin maker Gasparo Da Salo chats to us, in this intimate interview, we gain insights into the unique challenges and joys he encounters while performing on this extraordinary Brescian double bass. Discover the allure of this instrument, crafted centuries ago in the heart of Brescia, Italy, as we explore its rich tonal character, exquisite craftsmanship, and the historical significance it holds in the world of music. Maxime Bibeau takes us on a sonic voyage, sharing the intricacies of his relationship with this rare double bass and the emotional depth it adds to his performances. Music you have heard in this episode is by Unfamiliar faces – All good folks, Budapest – Christian Larssen, Bloom - Roo Walker, Brandenburg Concerto No 4 – Kevin Macleod, Frost waltz- Kevin Macleod, Getting to the bottom of it – Fernweh Goldfish, Telemann Sonata in D maj for viola da gamba – Daniel Yeadon, Crooked old shrew – Fernweh Goldfish
Simon spent twelve years in France early in his career as an Assistant Editor before returning to Australia. Some of Simon's feature film editing work includes: Spear, Bad Girl, The Babadook, The Nightingale, Sweet River, and most recently, The Stranger. His documentary editing includes: River, a collaboration with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Selina Miles' Martha: A Picture Story, as well as her latest, Harley & Katya.
Having grown sick to the eye teeth of Sales holding forth on the circle of keys, diminished ninths and cello fingering, Crabb has granted permission to post this special bonus episode, in which Sales speaks to a live audience at the ACO, in conversation with Fenella Kernebone, about her love of music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
My amazing guest for Episode 27 is Anneke Scott! Anneke is at the forefront of the historically informed performance field, and recently performed as a Featured Artist at IHS54 in Kingsville, TX. Episode Highlights Working in Australia, Australian Chamber Orchestra, Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra IHS54 in Kingsville, TX Prince Regents Band Dealing with jet lag, traveling, etc: “You are just where you are…you are right here right now. Be rigorous about establishing that you are in that time zone. Eat at the usual times in your current time zone, even if you aren't hungry. Get outside.” Switching between instruments: “Don't think about what you did yesterday and what you have to do tomorrow, just focus on what you are doing right now.” Getting into historically informed performance: “I like the variety of it, and the sense of exploration.” Growing up in Birmingham, UK, musical education Music Programs at Universities, Conservatories in the UK Studying at the Royal Academy of Music in London “We have a remarkable history of different kinds of horns…” Further study in France, Holland Most bizarre instrument you've ever played: alto ophicleide with the Prince Regents Band; Corno da tirarsi Video project: “Corno not Corona” Sense of community with the IHS Royal Philharmonic Society “We have such wonderful repertoire as horn players.” More on switching instruments: “It does get easier.” “I find it useful to play the mouthpieces that go with the instruments.” Learning Portuguese! Book: Historical Horn Handbook: Volume I: Natural Horn, An Introduction https://www.annekescott.com/the-historic-horn-handbooks Jeffrey Snedeker's Book: Horn Teaching at the Paris Conservatoire, 1792 to 1903 The Transition from Natural Horn to Valved Horn https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781003093237/horn-teaching-paris-conservatoire-1792-1903-jeffrey-snedeker
In this second episode of Wise Music, hosts Dave Holley and Gill Graham speak to Wise Music composer Nico Muhly, beaming in from Paris. Freshly cooked and piping hot gourmet dishes on the conversational menu today include a run-through Nico's "fantastic" studio in New York and his trusty mobile rig (includes globally-scattered MIDI keyboard collection!), diligent daily writing discipline ("I'm scared that if I didn't write every day I'd forget how to do it!"), the all-important routine at home in NYC, coping with lockdown and the works that it scuppered, composing for Pachinko, what it's like to live across the street from one of Central London's most notorious nightclubs, and an overview of the best things to eat in the French capital.Excerpts of Nico's work included in this podcast:10:20 - Seaside, from Howards End OST20:24 - Train, from Pachinko - Season 1 OST24:27 - Shrink II. Sixths 30:30 - The Wedding, from Pachinko - Season 1 OST35:34 - Hansu Sees Sunja, from Pachinko - Season 1 OST37:04 - In A Mist, from Howards End OSTNico Muhly, born in 1981, is an American composer who writes orchestral music, works for the stage, chamber music and sacred music. He's received commissions from The Metropolitan Opera: Two Boys (2011), and Marnie (2018); Carnegie Hall, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, The Australian Chamber Orchestra, the Tallis Scholars, and King's College, Cambridge, among others. He is a collaborative partner at the San Francisco Symphony and has been featured at the Barbican and the Philharmonie de Paris as composer, performer, and curator. An avid collaborator, he has worked with choreographers Benjamin Millepied at the Paris Opéra Ballet, Bobbi Jene Smith at the Juilliard School, Justin Peck and Kyle Abraham at New York City Ballet; artists Sufjan Stevens, The National, Teitur, Anohni, James Blake and Paul Simon. His work for film includes scores for for The Reader (2008) and Kill Your Darlings (2013), and the BBC adaptation of Howards End (2017). Recordings of his works have been released by Decca and Nonesuch, and he is part of the artist-run record label Bedroom Community, which released his first two albums, Speaks Volumes (2006) and Mothertongue (2008).https://nicomuhly.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Australian Chamber Orchestra has been granted one of the world's most precious instruments, a 'Golden Age' violin, made in 1732 by the master craftsman Antonio Stradivari. ACO Principal Violin Helena Rathbone is touring with this incredible piece of history for the orchestra's Bach concerts and joined us, Strad in hand.
Sales unsuccessfully attempts to brainwash her children to enjoy classical music while Crabb is doing some heavy duty reading ahead of the Sydney Writers' Festival. (6.30) Brain Games | Trailer | Disney+ (7.00) Australian Chamber Orchestra (9.00) Love in Bright Landscapes - The Story of David McCombs of The Triffids | Trailer | Website (11.30) The Imitation Game | Trailer | Stan (13.00) Not Another Book About Benedict Cumberbatch By: Tabitha Carvan (16.30) When a Soulmate Says No - a Memoir By: Amanda Trenfield (17.00) French Braid By: Anne Tyler (18.00) The Children's Bach By: Helen Garner (19.30) A Fraction of the Whole By: Steve Toltz (20.00) Here Goes Nothing By: Steve Toltz (21.30) Lessons in Chemistry By: Bonnie Garmus (24.00) We Crashed | Trailer | Apple TV+ (26.00) The Hoax - A Memoir By: Clifford Irving (27.00) Liar Liar Podcast (30.00) Chat 10 Live Shows Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Concert halls are once again filling with people and music, as live performance reclaims its place centre stage. And with this new chapter, the Australian Chamber Orchestra is finally welcoming Stephanie Ferrands to make her concerto debut as Principal Viola, playing Mozart's divine Sinfonia Concertante
After 47 years the Australian Chamber Orchestra has found its forever home at Sydney's newly revitalised Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. To celebrate, it's throwing a party with special guests including William Barton, Jimmy Barnes, Jane Campion and poet Omar Musa.
River co-director and co-writer Jennifer Peedom from Stranger Than Fiction Films talks about the making of the “sequel” to Mountain in collaboration with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, how Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood became involved, plans to move into drama filmmaking and why doco and drama are more similar than people think.
Popcorn Podcast goes on a cinematic and musical journey through time with River. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and Joseph Nizeti, and narrated by Willem Dafoe, the film honours the wildness of rivers, but also recognises their vulnerability and explores how rivers shape human existence. Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss this orchestral documentary, featuring music from Radiohead, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and Indigenous man William Barton. Plus, final Oscar predictions are made; Hollywood farewells another legend; Cannes reveals big debuts; and what's in store for the Play-Doh movie.Know someone who loves movies? Please share Popcorn Podcast with your friends.Visit popcornpodcast.com for more movie reviews, celebrity interviews and news.Popcorn Podcast interviews the biggest stars, including Hugh Jackman and more, on YouTube: Popcorn Podcast
Maria Schneider is a multiple Grammy Award winner and a recent Pulitzer Prize finalist in Music for her 2020 double album “Data Lords.” She was last a guest on The Jazz Session a decade ago and to think that she hadn't yet released her 2013 collaborative album with soprano Dawn Upshaw and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, “Winter Morning Walks”, OR her shimmering, somewhat biographical record 2015's “The Thompson Fields”. Anyone who is lucky to work with or know Maria, knows that her attention to detail is meticulous, her musicianship second to none, and her warmth and generosity immense. We talked about her towering new double album, her collaboration with David Bowie, and what award recognition means to her. Here is our conversation-a privilege and delight for a fangirl like me. Show Notes: Tracks played: - Braided Together - Walking By Flashlight - Sue - A World Lost - Sanzenin - Look Up Maria talks about streaming services with JazzTimes at the Newport Jazz Festival, 2017 Data Lords is available now on ArtistShare Theme music by The Respect Sextet Follow The Jazz Session on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Subscribe to The Jazz Session's YouTube Channel Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at Patreon. For $5 a month you'll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.
Maria Schneider is a multiple Grammy Award winner and a recent Pulitzer Prize finalist in Music for her 2020 double album “Data Lords.” She was last a guest on The Jazz Session a decade ago and to think that she hadn't yet released her 2013 collaborative album with soprano Dawn Upshaw and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, “Winter Morning Walks”, OR her shimmering, somewhat biographical record 2015's “The Thompson Fields”. Anyone who is lucky to work with or know Maria, knows that her attention to detail is meticulous, her musicianship second to none, and her warmth and generosity immense. We talked about her towering new double album, her collaboration with David Bowie, and what award recognition means to her. Here is our conversation-a privilege and delight for a fangirl like me. Show Notes: Tracks played: - Braided Together - Walking By Flashlight - Sue - A World Lost - Sanzenin - Look Up Maria talks about streaming services with JazzTimes at the Newport Jazz Festival, 2017 Data Lords is available now on ArtistShare Theme music by The Respect Sextet Follow The Jazz Session on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Subscribe to The Jazz Session's YouTube Channel Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at Patreon. For $5 a month you'll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.
A cerebral (palsy) conversation with filmmaker, actor, advocate and CPA client, Emily Dash. From screening her films at Tropfest and the Sydney Film Festival to collaborating with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Emily has achieved more than most of us do in a lifetime. And – with the help of a great support crew and some savvy problem solving – she's done it all in spite of the barriers to employment that many people living with a disability face. Emily tells us about her amazing career, her inspirations and advice for other young writers, and gives us the low down on what it's like to get a call from Margot Robbie out of the blue. Follow Emily on Twitter @EmilyDash2 and Facebook at Emily Dash Artist Advocate Check out Emily's work: Groundhog Night short film trailer I Am Not A Work Of Art short film The Cards I'm Dealt short film Connect Reimagining the Village ACO Move Cerebral Conversations is proudly created by the team at the Cerebral Palsy Alliance to tackle the big issues around disability and find out what happens when we redefine ‘impossible.' Find out more at cerebralpalsy.org.au/convos See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sunday 2 May: The long road to Liz Stringer's sixth album of personal, profound songwriting. And we meet one of Australia's 19 carillonists ahead of a bell ringing festival in Bathurst.
Richard Tognetti, the Artistic Director and lead violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Satu Vänskä, the orchestra's principal violin speak with Simon Morris about their extraordinary range of work as musicians and composers.
Janne Ryan is an ideas curator, writer, producer, broadcaster, angel investor and the list goes on. Whilst Janne's list of projects and roles are extensive and impressive, these days Arrow Collective is her main focus as a founder of the organisation. For those not familiar with Arrow Collective, it's an organisation set up by Janne which provides opportunities for the people to directly contribute financially to the making of cultural artistic projects. The group has been able to secure impressive partnerships with the likes of the Sydney Opera House, Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Bangarra & Sydney Youth Orchestras. Janne's expertise from over the years working 20+ years with the ABC, co-founding the By Design program on ABC Radio and also as the Founding Executive Producer of TEDx Sydney (to name a few) has helped build a diverse and important network of people, which has opened up a never-ending amount of opportunities. This has enabled Janne to continue to have a large impact on the community through her passion of ideas and contribution. I caught up with Janne at Work Club in Sydney to chat about the past several years of her career including the beginnings of TEDx Sydney, what makes a great idea, how Arrow Collective was founded and where Janne places her focus and importance with her work these days. Show notes Follow Janne via LinkedIn | Twitter | Discover more about Arrow Collective via Main Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook |
Best known as Dame Edna Everage, Barry Humphries takes to the stage as himself in a concert celebrating the subversive music of Berlin's Weimar Republic. Barry talks to John Wilson about the show which he has curated and features cabaret star Meow Meow and the Australian Chamber Orchestra.In its 150th anniversary year, the National Museums Scotland prepares to open 10 new galleries, housing more than 3000 objects of decorative art, design, fashion, science and technology. The museum's Director Gordon Rintoul discusses this latest stage in an £80 million redevelopment.Director of Drive Nicholas Winding Refn's new film The Neon Demon is a shocking story set in LA's fashion world, with a palette of neon colour, hyper-real imagery and a dark, electronic sound track. Elle Fanning, who starred in Maleficent, plays an ingénue 16 year old, making her debut on the catwalks, exciting vicious, predatory interest from the established models. Wendy Ide reviews. The award-winning Iranian film director Abbas Kiarostami has died. Mohsen Makhmalbaf, a fellow Iranian film maker and writer pays tribute.Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick is a new exhibition at Somerset House in London. The show has been curated by the artist and musician James Lavelle, and features the work of a number of contemporary artists, filmmakers and musicians inspired by the director of 2001: A Space Odyssey, A Clockwork Orange and The Shining. John talks to James Lavelle and the artists Iain Forsyth and Jane PollardPresenter : John WilsonProducer : Dymphna Flynn.