A dazzling array of concerts will showcase the musicians and ensembles of the Elder Conservatorium of Music at their very finest. The 2012 Concert Series Program is now available for download.
THURSDAY 29 MARCH 6-7PM
FREE CONCERT
Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra
Keith Crellin Conductor
Brahms Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op.73
A small 'taster' to the Evenings at Elder Hall 2012 Concert Season. The lyrical second symphony of Brahms's Pastoral, will delight with its combination of gentleness and underlying strength. Come and treat yourself perhaps after work or before dinner… A delicious start to the year!
THURSDAY 19 APRIL 8PM
GALA LAUNCH
SATURDAY 21 APRIL 8PM
2ND PERFORMANCE
Needing no introduction, Australian Jazz Legend James Morrison is joined by special guest John Morrison (drums), and Jazz Staff, Bruce Hancock (piano) and John Aue (bass).
After interval Morrison features with Dusty Cox and the Elder Conservatorium Big Band in an exciting set of great jazz standards.
In his inimitable style, Keith Conlon will relate the special history of both Elder Hall and Kym Bonython's contribution to the world of Jazz.
SATURDAY 26 MAY 6:30pm
Kristian Winther Violin
Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra
Keith Crellin Conductor
Brahms Violin Concerto in D Major, Op.77
Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade
Kristian Winther, Australia's wunderkind of violin and newly appointed leader of the Australian String Quartet, performs this masterpiece - the violin concerto of Brahms.
And another masterpiece… The all-time concert favourite that has charmed thousands of pairs of innocent ears into the world of classical music. Compelling melodies and orchestral colour shine through in the Arabian Nights-inspired Scheherazade.
SATURDAY 23 JUNE 6:30pm
Cameron Malouf Trombone
Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra
Robert Hower Conductor
Featuring the bright and jazzy trombone concerto Downtown Diversions by Adam Gorb performed by principal trombonist with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Cameron Malouf.
Other works include Resonance by Christopher Marshall and the esoteric Lux aurumque by Eric Whitacre.
One of Australia's leading ensembles, the Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra has been invited to perform in Brisbane at the 2012 Australian National Band and Orchestral Conference in July. Don't miss this opportunity to hear them before they head off on tour.
SATURDAY 21 JULY 6:30PM
Elizabeth Layton* Violin
*Newly appointed violin teacher at Elder Conservatorium of Music
Joined by staff
Keith Crellin Viola
Janis Laurs Cello
Young-Hee Chan Bass
With special guest artist
Clemens Leske Piano
The mid-winter tradition continues...
A concert of Schubert’s exquisite chamber music including the Trout Quintet for violin, viola, cello, double bass and piano – that most popular of all Schubert’s works.
Enjoy mulled wine on arrival with Viennese Sachertorte and coffee during interval.
SATURDAY 25 AUGUST 6:30PM
Igor and Olga Piano Duo
Brilliant duo pianists Igor Machlak and Olga Kharitinova take you on a whirlwind tour of the opera and ballet stage in a spectacular evening of music for four hands and two Steinways.
Including the Overture to The Magic Flute by Mozart, Liszt’s Réminiscences de Don Juan and the ever-loved Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky that will have your toes dancing in their shoes.
SATURDAY 15 SEPTEMBER 6:30PM
Adelaide Voices
Christie Anderson Conductor
Bella Voce
Timothy Marks Conductor
Elder Conservatorium Chorale
Carl Crossin Conductor
Karl Geiger Piano
An exciting and eclectic mix of secular and sacred choral music spanning six centuries, the program includes Sydney Dreaming by Stephen Adams and music by Ola Gjeilo, Maurice Duruflé, Stephen Leek and Gabriel Fauré.
TUESDAY 2 OCTOBER 7:30PM
THURSDAY 4 OCTOBER 7:30PM
SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER 7:30PM
Note: Venue is Scott Theatre, Kintore Avenue
Performed by
Voice students from the Elder Conservatorium of Music
With the
Elder Conservatorium Chorus and Symphony Orchestra
Carl Crossin Conductor
Richard Trevaskis Director
David Lampard Designer
Guila Tiver Producer
Mozart The Magic Flute
Who will win the battle between the Queen of the Night and Sarastro? Will Tamino and Pamina realise their true destiny? And will poor Papageno find his love?
A hit since its premiere in 1791, The Magic Flute features some of Mozart's most sublimely beautiful and infectious melodies. It's a playful, yet profound, exploration of the journey towards truth, love and enlightenment.
Duration: Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
SATURDAY 27 OCTOBER 6:30PM
Elder Conservatorium Chorale
With the strings of the
Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra
Carl Crossin Conductor
Handel Messiah
Handel’s Messiah – monumental, powerful, inspirational, timeless... Soloists – voice students from the Elder Conservatorium of Music.
Duration: Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
