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SUMMARY:The Planets
DESCRIPTION:The Metropolitan Orchestra (TMO) return to Riverside Theatre in Parramatta for a special concert performance before the venue closes for an extensive renovation later this year. This sublime orchestral concert opens with Copland’s iconic Fanfare for the Common Man\, a stirring tribute to strength and resilience\, followed by Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra which showcases the virtuosity of each instrument in a dazzling display of orchestral color. Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra will be specially narrated by three young musicians Estelle Gilmovich\, Scarlett Rigato and Hugo Gilmovich. They will highlight each orchestral instrument as it joins with the orchestra and builds to an amazing musical climax. \nAfter the intermission\, The Metropolitan Orchestra led by Chief Conductor Sarah-Grace Williams will take the audience on an incredible intergalactic musical journey through the seven movements of Gustav Holst’s incredible “The Planets”. This wonderful concert featuring a large orchestra will appeal to all family members\, and all music lovers from those seasoned orchestral followers through to anyone who is new to a live orchestra. Come along and you will not only get to learn about the instruments of the orchestra\, but experience one of the true masterpieces of orchestral performance.  This is a night not to be missed. \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW \nThe Metropolitan Orchestra’s The Planets is presented in partnership with Riverside Theatre and supported by the Inner West Council.
URL:https://www.metorchestra.com.au/event/the-planets/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, Corner Market &\, Church Street\, Parramatta\, NSW\, 2150\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Being Beethoven
DESCRIPTION:Discover the story of one of the greatest composers of all time\, when Ludwig van Beethoven comes to life in an engaging theatrical experience for young audiences and families. \nFrom the producers behind Meeting Mozart\, Being Beethoven blends theatre and classical music to explore his resilience and creative genius and offers insight into some key women composers of the era. \nIt’s 1814\, on the eve of the Congress of Vienna\, and Beethoven has been assigned the task of organising a gala concert for world leaders. Despite his worsening hearing loss\, he works to complete Ode to Joy with the help of his loyal servant Sali and a string quartet. Alongside Beethoven\, audiences meet a number of female composers who visit to present their compositions for the concert\, shedding light on their talents and the underrepresented role of women in classical music. \nThroughout the performance\, audiences gain insight into the dynamics of sound and vibration\, as well as the structure of the string family in an orchestra. \nThis immersive experience celebrates the power of music and perseverance\, leaving audiences inspired by Beethoven’s spirit and the contributions of his talented contemporaries. \nAge recommendation: 4+ and their adults\nDuration: Approximately 45 minutes\, no interval \nBy Tim McGarry\nMusical Director Sarah-Grace Williams\nDirector Sandie Eldridge
URL:https://www.metorchestra.com.au/event/being-beethoven-2025/
LOCATION:The Seymour Centre\, corner of City Road & Cleveland Street\, Chippendale\, NSW\, 2008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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