Presented by Aurora New Music and ABC Classic FM
in partnership with Campbelltown Arts Centre and Riverside Parramatta
with concerts broadcast on ABC Classic FM
Lunch with the Gurus:
John Peart and Terry Riley, chaired by Anne Boyd
Sunday 30th April, 2006
12.30pm - 2.00pm
Foyer Cafe
Campbelltown Arts Centre
Terry Riley, John Peart and Anne Boyd lunch: $40
Ticket package: $45
Terry Riley, John Peart and Anne Boyd lunch
and Duo Sol concert
Campbelltown Arts Centre opened in July 2005 to much acclaim. As a major cultural facility in Western Sydney, the Campbelltown Arts Centre is a place
of engagement and connection. Its philosophy is to work with the best artists and cultural producers to provide opportunities for communities to
learn and connect with contemporary ideas and issues. The Centre has extensive exhibition space, studio facilities, cafe, amphitheatre and a 180
seat Performance Studio that offers an intimate venue for a concert going experience.
A summary of events held at Campbelltown in the 2006 Aurora Festival:
- An artistic lunch with artist John Peart and composer Terry Riley, moderated by Professor Anne Boyd;
- Four concerts ranging from the acoustic to the electronic;
- A lecture presentation on Australian and contemporary music given by Professor Anne Boyd; and
- Masterclasses for members of the local community given by members of Duo Sol and by guitarist Ken Murray.
Sunday 30 April, 2006 2.30pm - 4.00 pm
Performance Space, Campbelltown Arts Centre
$20 / $12
Programme:
Stuart Greenbaum:
Two movements from Violin Sonata
Terry Riley:
Cancion Desierto (premiere of new arrangement by Cyrus Meurant)
Michael Daugherty:
Volcano
Caroline Almonte:
Mist over Mount Fuji
John Adams:
Road Movies
Somei Satoh:
Birds in Warped Time II
John Corigliano:
Two movements from Violin Sonata
Recognised as one of Australia’s premiere ensembles, Duo Sol, comprising of Caroline Almonte (piano) and Miki Tsunoda (violin) perform with exhilarating energy, technical virtuosity and great sensuality, creating a remarkable rapport with the audience. The ensemble has established a unique identity by creating innovative programs and constantly exploring its repertoire with intellectual curiosity. The Duo has been described as "exhilarating", "spontaneous and full of life" and with a "creamy sound that seduces the audience".
Sunday 30 April, 2006 4.40 - 5.20 pm
Foyer Area, Campbelltown Arts Centre
Admission Free
Programme:
Louis Andriessen:
The Nine Symphonies of Beethoven
Peter Sculthorpe:
Autumn Song
Peter McNamara:
The Dividing Ranges
Julian Yu:
Chinatown
Concert 2: GHOSTLY TUNES
featuring Fishers Ghost Youth Orchestra, cond. David Griffin
Sunday 30 April, 2006 6.00 - 7.30 pm
Performance Space, Campbelltown Arts Centre
$20 / $12
Concert 3: ARCHITECTONICS featuring Simon Docking (piano) and Ken Murray (acoustic and electric guitar)
Sunday 30 April, 2006 8.30 pm
Campbelltown Arts Centre
$20 / $12
Concert 4:
IN SYNC
featuring SynC and electroacoustic artists from the University of Western Sydney
This free concert features some of the best young performers from the Campbelltown region under inspirational conductor, David Griffin. The music for this concert is based upon the cultural melting pot that is very much part of South-Western Sydney: from Terry Riley's hypnotic Olson III to Louis Andriessen's concise reinterpretation of Beethoven's masterworks.
Concerts featuring both guitar and piano are rare in the Australian performance calendars. Pianist Simon Docking is one of Australia's hottest young concert pianists. Now resident of Canada, his astounding virtuosity is mixed with a breathtaking emotional range and an ability to transcend the mundane. Melbourne-based guitarist Ken Murray's musical range extends from the most challenging contemporary compositions to salsa music of Latin America. He has given countless recitals around the globe and is especially noted for his commitment to Australian music.
Simon and Ken will come together to perform an ecletic, engaging mix of music from around the globe. This multimedia concert will feature visual artworks created in response to the music by students from the University of Western Sydney.
Performers Michael Atherton and Garth Paine are at the pinnacles of their careers as sound artists, performers, researchers and sonic explorers. Their music explores the intersection between acoustic and electronic sound sources, between human improvisation and computer-controlled automation. It is uniquely experiential, visceral, immersive type of music - very much relevant to our own experience in today's society where so much of our existence is dependent upon mechanical and electronic process.
SynC will be joined in concert by several UWS electronic arts students, presenting new works involving electronic, electroacoustic sculpting of sonic events through structured improvisation.
Join John Peart and Terry Riley for lunch. Anne Boyd, one of Australia's most well respected composers, will host a gourmet lunch featuring these two internationally celebrated artists in which they will discuss their creative work and collaborations.
John Peart's major survey exhibition, John Peart Paintings 1964-2004, that has toured Australia since 2004, will provide a stunning visual context in which to participate in this event.
A Concert Day Pass is available for these concerts: $35 adult, $20 concession
Programme to include:
music for glitch + percussion
automated percussion
oud
cross synthesis
hurdy-gurdy
live electronic processing...
Lecture Presentation:
Sounds Matter - New Music in Australia
This talk will demonstrate how composers play a role in shaping both personal and community identities and their contribution towards building the cultural capital of contemporary societies.
It will introduce a range of musical examples from recent works by Australian 'art' composers, including some of those featured in the 2006 Aurora Festival.
Professor Anne Boyd is one of Australia's most inspirational educators, as well as a composer of international renown. Her lectures reflect the passion, depth and life found in her music.
This presentation is one not to be missed by any music lover or those interested in the growth of contemporary music in Australia.
Master Classes: Miki Tsunoda (violin), Caroline Almonte (piano), Ken Murray (electric guitar)
Saturday
29th April 2006,
10.00am - 4.00 pm
Campbelltown Arts Centre
For more information, including booking and prices, contact the Campbelltown Arts Centre.
Aurora New Music and the Campbelltown Arts Centre are pleased to offer masterclasses to local musicians presented by three of Australia's top classical musicians.
This is a tremendous opportunity for local students to gain insights into their performances.
