violin

One of Australia’s leading violinists, Kirsten Williams has performed widely as a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician, in concert and on ABC radio. In 2019, she was appointed Concertmaster of the Canberra Symphony Orchestra.

Hugh Robertson dispels the myth of the lone composer-genius in conversation with international composer Leah Curtis (a Canberra export) and Connor D’Netto, whose influences span classical, opera, electronic and pop sounds.

Markiyan Melnychenko reflects on the nuances of Sibelius’ D minor violin concerto and his own musical journey in conversation with Jessica Cottis.

“The Sibelius Violin Concerto is always a favourite. It’s an evocative journey through the icy Finnish landscape, with the lone voice of the violin weaving in and out of the brooding orchestral timbres below.”

“I have always been drawn to the intimate and vulnerable nature of chamber works, so this collection is an ode to the introverts out there. These smaller-scale works and soaring lines offer glimpses into sound capsules of different worlds – I hope you’ll find moments of incredibly moving depth and stillness.”

The mainstage is our epicentre, where a hundred voices move as one to delight, inspire, soothe and uplift. Join us with open hearts for the big human stories: revolution, loss, redemption and connection.

“As I listen to the music and write these notes, I’m sitting outside on my deck, absorbing the sights and sounds of this lush springtime amongst rural bliss. The garden is flourishing and fragrant, wildlife abounds and the boronia and roses form a beautiful foreground to the mountains in the distance.” – Leanne Bear, CSO Violin

LLEWELLYN ONE THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS Wednesday 31 March / Thursday 1 April 2021, 7.30pm, Llewellyn…

CSO GALA CSO AT THE CINEMA Saturday 7 August 2021, 7.30pm, Llewellyn Hall, ANU Matthew…

CLASSIC AFTERNOON THE ELEMENTS Saturday 19 June 2021, 2pm, Llewellyn Hall, ANU Kirsten Williams Director, Violin Grace WILLIAMS…