Mozart and his gifted older sister Maria Anna (Nannerl) performed duets together all over Europe, greatly popularising the artform. Through his sonatas of symphonic proportions and probing depth, Mozart explored the remarkable possibilities of the genre and moved four-hand music in the direction that Franz Schubert would continue. Beginning with 9-year-old Mozart’s delightful C Major ... Read more

Immerse yourself in the fascinating story of piano four hands, as KIAZMA Piano Duo traverses the complete sonatas of Mozart and notable contemporary works from Australia and Japan. Exuding sparkling grace and elegance, Mozart’s final sonata is dated May 29 1787, the very day he received word of his father’s death. While the sonatas of Mozart exemplify ... Read more

The success of any collaboration is dependant on a myriad of factors, some obvious, others less tangible. Sharon & Slava Grigoryan are an example of such a synergy, resulting in music that connects deeply with the listener.  Perhaps it is their union professionally and in life that provides the intangible factor fuelling their passionate and ... Read more

The gazette Mercure galant (later Mercure de France) dictated what was in vogue in 17th and 18th century France; all the best fashion, gossip, debates, and of course, music. Composers Leclair and Mondonville featured extensively, particularly their performances at the Concert Spirituel at Tuileries Palace, believed to be one of the first public concert series. This special performance ... Read more

This performance in Primrose Potter Salon will see the Seraphim Trio collaborate with violist Christopher Moore to present Imaginary Ballet, the breathtaking new composition by Brett Dean. Inspired by Brett’s lockdown listening, Imaginary Ballet is a suite of fast, dance-like movements which carry rhythmic drive and bullish, effervescent energy. A series of slower interludes endows the work ... Read more

Amos Roach, yidaki (didgeridoo) Jacinta Dennett, harp Johanna Selleck, flute William Murray, viola A compelling art music experience inspired by Country, birdsong, and nature’s music. The show opens with Amos Roach's Six Seasons for yidaki, a new work that is part of a healing songline. Debussy’s wonderland dreamscapes Syrinx (1913) and Deuxième Sonate (1915) follow ... Read more

Perplexing. Surprising. Exhilarating. On the centennial of the composer’s birth, the distinctive music of late Greek composer Iannis Xenakis is presented with that of two of his contemporary giants, Witold Lutosławski and Olivier Messiaen, in a program directed by ANAM Head of Percussion, Peter Neville. More info and bookings

Australian pianist Coady Green and British pianist Christopher Smith both had successful concert careers in London before relocating to Australia. In Australia, they are the only pianists to have performed the six Hungarian Rhapsodies that Liszt prepared for four hands. More info and bookings

After six Melbourne lockdowns, this concert is a deep emotional exploration of our last two years, emerging from desolation to hope. Building from a solo for Double Bass through duets, quartets, quintets and works for larger ensembles, this program curated by MSO Violin Sarah Curro showcases the string musicians of the MSO and special guests. ... Read more

With common threads linking these lives that are centuries apart, this program is a celebration of the discovery of artistry, exploring the lives of three extraordinary artists: Margaret Sutherland, Camille Claudel, and Clara Schumann. Katy Abbott has gained access to Sutherland’s personal papers with the permission of Sutherland’s grandson and is using her own words ... Read more

In this annual fundraiser concert, we present a selection of baroque and classical chamber music, with performances generously donated by the players, and St John's church provided free of charge. MBO musicians will collaborate with Baroque Ensemble students from the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, University of Melbourne. More info and bookings

With common threads linking these lives that are centuries apart, this program is a celebration of the discovery of artistry, exploring the lives of three extraordinary artists: Margaret Sutherland, Camille Claudel, and Clara Schumann. Katy Abbott has gained access to Sutherland’s personal papers with the permission of Sutherland’s grandson and is using her own words ... Read more

With common threads linking these lives that are centuries apart, this program is a celebration of the discovery of artistry, exploring the lives of three extraordinary artists: Margaret Sutherland, Camille Claudel, and Clara Schumann. Katy Abbott has gained access to Sutherland’s personal papers with the permission of Sutherland’s grandson and is using her own words ... Read more

Cello and piano duos. Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)  Sonata in E minor, Opus 3 Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975)  Sonata in D minor, Opus 40 Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)  Le Grand Tango More info and bookings

Co-curated by Coady Green, Kyla Matsuura-Miller, Leigh Harrold and Miranda Hill, our June residency is a celebration of classical chamber and solo instrumental music by LGBTIQ+ composers from around the world, featuring leading Australian performers More info and bookings

An intimate evening of classic works for solo piano and oboe by Mozart, Schubert, Righini and more. Performed by Emmanuel Cassimatis (oboe) and Nicholas Young (piano), founding members of Ensemble Françaix, a 'double-reeded piano trio' inspired by the wit and vibrancy of the 20th-century neoclassical French composer Jean Françai. More info and bookings

After spending more than two years apart, COW finally reunite in June for a special showcase featuring a smorgasbord of lush works written and adapted for viola and piano. "Let us pull at your heart strings, and then join us for a beverage at the bar after." - Molly & Liam More info and bookings

Our “Baroque party” celebrates the music written and performed in Central and South America in the period after European invasion and colonization in the early 1500s. At first, Spanish and other European influences dominated, but by the Baroque era (from about 1600 to 1750) local rhythms, instruments and languages, especially Inca and Aztec, were also ... Read more