About this video: On March 5 1953, Joseph Stalin died in his bed. Spinning on his record player was Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.23, performed by his pianist of choice, the formidable Maria Yudina. An outspoken champion of new music and artistic freedom, Yudina was banned, suspended […]
In this video: Horsley & Williams Duo is a driving force in fusing the worlds of electro-acoustic music and the refined counterpoint of the 18th century within contemporary Australia. This program is a celebration of new Australian song with specials guests; vocalist and songwriter Lucy […]
In this video: Leaping onto the Australian music scene in 2017, Melbourne Chamber Players comprises musicians who have dedicated their lives to performing exceptional chamber music at the highest level. Directed by clarinetist Justin Beere and oboist Steph Dixon, its passionate players perform with the […]
In this video: Inspiring others through its intelligent programming and love of chamber music, Seraphim Trio never fails to delight. Its players, Helen Ayres (violin), Anna Goldsworthy (piano) and Tim Nankervis (cello), are steadfastly committed to building contemporary repertoire, developing audiences and teaching emerging performers. […]
In this video: Syzygy Ensemble is an award-winning contemporary music group is lauded for its virtuoso precision and original programming. This concert explores journeys both literal and metaphorical, from the curious life cycle of bees with Liza Lim to the ecstatically pealing bells of Sean Shepherd’s […]
In this video: Solstice Piano Trio returned to the Salon in 2019 with Cityscapes, a portrait of cities as places of chaos, connection, hope, home and history. Featuring two commissions by local composers Louisa Trewartha and Nat Bartsch, plus a new work by Solstice’s cellist […]
