Hark!
Exploring Dynamic Connections Between Diverse Musical Worlds
12-21 September
Sydney, Blackheath, Newcastle, Wollongong, Canberra
Pairings and Odd Couples is a bold exploration of musical contrasts, curated by Guest Director Huw Belling. This eclectic program brings together works from different countries and eras, placing composers in fascinating dialogue. Estonian chant meets Irish modernism, while the premiere of Belling’s Fuego Y Agua offers a fresh response to Flecha’s El Fuego.
The program also delves into the timeless versatility of J.S. Bach, highlighting his enduring influence. Spanning centuries, Pairings and Odd Couples ranges from early chant to contemporary compositions by living composers such as Finsterer and Pärt, creating a transcontinental conversation through time. These intriguing juxtapositions reveal the unexpected connections between seemingly disparate musical worlds, offering a compelling reflection on how music bridges cultures and eras.
TOUR DETAILS
Canberra | St Paul's, Manuka
Thursday 4 December, 6.30pm
Blackheath | Blackheath Uniting Church
Sunday 7 December, 3pm
Newcastle | Christ Church Cathedral
Thursday 11 December, 7pm
Sydney | Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
Friday 12 December, 7pm
Wollongong | St Francis Xavier Cathedral
Saturday 13 December, 3pm
Soprano: Susannah Lawergren
Soprano: Amy Moore
Mezzo-Soprano: Jessica O'Donoghue
Tenor: Timothy Reynolds
Baritone: Hayden Barrington
Bass-Baritone: Andrew O'Connor
Program TBA