Beethoven and Farrenc on national tour
Image: Australian Romantic and Classical Orchestra Image: Robert Catto
It’s a musical battle of the sexes – Ludwig van Beethoven and Louise Ferrenc will share the program when The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra goes on tour at the end of May.
Taking in Sydney, Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Newcastle and Melbourne, the New Perspectives tour will include a mix of outstanding local musicians and international guest artists.
The fully global ensemble features three visiting overseas artists: London-based hornist, Anneke Scott; German oboist Tatjana Zimre; and American violinist Jenna Sherry.
Joining them are two Australian internationals: France-based flautist Georgia Browne (originally from Perth); and Belgium-based bassoonist Lisa Goldberg (Canberra).
Plus, outstanding local musicians: violist Stephen King (Adelaide), cellist Daniel Yeadon (Sydney), double bassist Rob Nairn (Adelaide) and clarinettist and Co-Artistic Director Nicole Van Bruggen (Brisbane).
The double-header program features Beethoven’s Septet in E flat major, Op.20 and Farrenc’s Nonet in E flat major, Op.38, both stunning works highly revered at the time of their first performances.
Along with the orchestral performance will be the very popular education program, Voyage of Musical Discovery. Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne will each enjoy highlights from the touring concert program plus – in the second half of each Voyage – appearances from a contemporary guest artist or ensemble.
