Australia House Ensemble: Music to Welcome Spring at The King’s Chapel of the Savoy, London on Friday 14th March 2025

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Australia House Ensemble

Music to Welcome Spring

Add to my Calendar 14-03-2025 19:00 14-03-2025 21:00 36 Australia House Ensemble Eliza’s Aria – Elena Kats-CherninA mesmerising and lyrical piece by one of Australia’s most renowned contemporary composers, known for its delicate charm and soaring melody. String Quartet No. 11 in F minor, Op. 122 – ShostakovichComposed during a time of personal and political turmoil, this quartet is deeply expressive, featuring intense contrasts and hauntingly beautiful themes. String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80 – MendelssohnBeleived ot be written as an emotional tribute to Mendelssohn’s late sister, Fanny, this powerful and passionate work is filled with drama, tenderness, and breathtaking virtuosity. Waltzing Matilda Macpherson,  Arr. KonczA beloved Australian classic, arranged for string quartet, bringing a touch of nostalgia and folk charm to the evening’s program.   The King’s Chapel of the Savoy, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

The King’s Chapel of the Savoy
Savoy Hill
The Strand
London
WC2R 0DA
England

Friday 14th March 2025
7:00 PM

Programme

Elena Kats-Chernin – Wild Swans ballet: Eliza's Aria
Christina Macpherson – Waltzing Matilda (arr. S Koncz)
Felix Mendelssohn – String Quartet no.6 in F minor, Op.80
Dmitry Shostakovich – String Quartet no.11 in F minor, Op.122

Performers

Australia House Ensemble

Programme Note

Eliza’s Aria – Elena Kats-Chernin
A mesmerising and lyrical piece by one of Australia’s most renowned contemporary composers, known for its delicate charm and soaring melody.

String Quartet No. 11 in F minor, Op. 122 – Shostakovich
Composed during a time of personal and political turmoil, this quartet is deeply expressive, featuring intense contrasts and hauntingly beautiful themes.

String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80 – Mendelssohn
Beleived ot be written as an emotional tribute to Mendelssohn’s late sister, Fanny, this powerful and passionate work is filled with drama, tenderness, and breathtaking virtuosity.

Waltzing Matilda Macpherson, Arr. Koncz
A beloved Australian classic, arranged for string quartet, bringing a touch of nostalgia and folk charm to the evening’s program.

Spring theme. Australian professional musicians who play with the major symphony orchestras in London. Rebecca Chan (Violin), Naoko Keatley (violin), Morgan Goff (viola), Tom Rann (cello).

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