Striking and Beautiful: Australian Youth Orchestra event
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of musical storytelling with Australia’s best and brightest young musicians at The Events Centre, Caloundra on Saturday 15 February, 2025.
Under the baton of Kerem Hasan, one of Britain’s most dynamic young conductors, the Australian Youth Orchestra will take you on an unforgettable evening of musical storytelling.
Step into the whimsical world of John Adams’s The Chairman Dances
Imagine the opulence of a state banquet suddenly transformed as Madame Mao adorns the hall with paper lanterns and slips into a daring cheongsam*.
The orchestra springs to life, and Chairman Mao himself joins her in a foxtrot through a fantastical dreamscape where history meets the surreal.
Adams’s minimalist rhythms and jazzy colours invite you to a lively, boundary-blurring dance.
Experience the magic of Elena Kats-Chernin’s ‘Fantasie im Wintergarten'
A violin concerto that intertwines the dazzling allure of the circus with a poignant tale of love and betrayal.
Commissioned for the remarkable violinist Emily Sun, the piece draws inspiration from 1920s German silent cinema, guiding you through a rollercoaster of emotions—from melodic beauty and circus highjinks to nightmarish undertones.
Sun’s violin becomes a voice, singing of romance, heartbreak and the delicate interplay between light and shadow.
Revel in Strauss’s Ein Heldenleben
End the night with a monumental symphonic poem that journeys through a hero’s adversaries, companionship and inner struggles.
Revel in its compelling narrative, triumphant brass, and lush romantic textures.
This Summer Season concert celebrates Australia’s best young musicians as they launch into an exciting year leading up to their long-anticipated international tour.
Don't miss this extraordinary celebration of artistry, emotion and the power of music.
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Date and Time: Saturday February 15, 3pm
Venue: The Events Centre, Caloundra
Tickets: Check website for ticket price details
*Macquarie Dictionary: cheongsam /tʃɒŋˈsæm/ (say chong'sam) noun 1. a Chinese-style dress, which is cut very straight and has a high collar and often a slit up one side of the skirt. 2. Hong Kong English a simple, tight-fitting dress with a short slit at the thigh, worn as a school uniform by girls.