Delightful Discoveries - Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellowshi

Join us for an afternoon of musical delights, featuring a diverse and captivating program of works by Elliott Carter, Jacques Castérède, Bohuslav Martinů and Robert Schumann. You will hear the virtuosic and expressive 6 Etudes from Carter's "8 Etudes and a Fantasy", a collection of pieces that explore the possibilities of counterpoint and harmony. You will also enjoy the witty and playful Concertino for trumpet, trombone and piano by Castérède, a work that showcases the contrasting timbres and characters of the brass instruments. Next, you will be transported to the world of Martinů's La Revue de Cuisine, a ballet suite that depicts the love affairs of various kitchen utensils, with a charming and colourful score that blends jazz, tango and Charleston influences. Finally, you will be moved by the sublime and powerful Piano Quintet in Eb Op 44 by Schumann, with pianist Alexander Yau joining the Fellows in one of the masterpieces of Romantic chamber music that combines lyrical melodies, rich harmonies and brilliant virtuosity. Don't miss this opportunity to experience these wonderful works performed by talented musicians.

For over 20 years the Sydney Symphony Fellowship program has helped develop the careers of Australia’s next generation of professional musicians.