The Sounds of Australia festival is an exploration of how we create music that reflects this land, which has had its own musical heritage spanning tens of thousands of years. A land marked by sorrow and resilience, and a society shaped by the stories of First Nations peoples, immigrants, and displaced communities. This is the challenge faced by every Australian artist, composer, and performer. Through this series of concerts, we invite you to experience music that resonates with the spirit of Australia.
Building on the rich tapestry of Australian musical heritage, A New Energy presents a curated selection of contemporary compositions that embody the land's enduring spirit and diverse narratives. Miriama Young’s Time and Tide: Echoes of Sydney Harbour mirrors the timeless rhythms of Australia’s waterways. Highlighting the resilience of the human spirit, Anne Cawrse’s Art of the Determined serves as a powerful tribute to personal and collective strength. Richard Mills and Rachel Bruerville round out the program with compositions that navigate between boldness and playfulness, capturing the pulse of modern Australian music.
Miriama YOUNG Time and Tide: Echoes of Sydney Harbour
Miriam HYDE Fantasy Trio
Anne CAWRSE Art of the Determined (Commissioned by John Daley AM in memory of Professor David Penington AC, world premiere)
Interval
Richard MILLS Sonata for brass quintet
James LEDGER Daydream
Rachel BRUERVILLE Dancing on Tiptoes
Caerwen MARTIN Stars Come Out in a Midnight Sky
ANAM Musicians
This concert lasts approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, with one 20 minute interval.
For this event, tickets booked in advance are offered on a "pay what you wish" basis. In addition to a Standard price, we offer the option of paying A Little Extra for those who would like to contribute a little more, as well as the option of paying A Little Less. Read more about the change here.
If you are booking over the phone, simply tell us your preferred ticket price. Tickets purchased at the door will be available at the Standard price and are subject to availability.
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