FOMS is pleased to announce the 2024 series of concerts.
Scroll down for information about the concerts and the talented artists who will perform.
You may recognise some artists as FOMS “regulars”, and you will be introduced to some new and exciting “talent”.
Friends of Music, St George’s (FOMS) 2024 Program
Sunday April 21, 2pm: Alexandra Amerides (contralto) and Coady Green (piano)
Sunday May 5, 2pm: Jeffrey Rosenfeld (clarinet) and Lily Flynn (soprano) with Coady Green (piano)
Sunday May 26, 2pm: Ricardo Roche Idini, piano
Sunday June 23, 2pm: Tina Tao, piano
Sunday July 28th, 2pm: Alexander Gorbatov (tenor) and Bailey Montgomerie (baritone).
Sunday August 25, 2pm: Peter de Jager, piano
A virtuoso program by celebrated Australian pianist extraordinaire Peter de Jager. Not to be missed.
Sunday September 8, 2pm: Michael Lo (trombone) and Coady Green (piano)
It is rare to hear such an exciting virtuoso trombonist in performance, and showcasing a dazzling variety of international repertoire, with works by Carl Vine, Hendrik Hofmyer, Carolina Calvache, Saskia Apon and Miho Hazama. Many of these works would have never been performed as part of a public recital in Australia.
Sunday September 22, 2pm: Maria Woolford (mezzo-soprano) and Timothy O’Malley (piano): Her Voice, His Music
Join mezzo-soprano Maria Woolford, with pianist Timothy O’Malley as they explore and celebrate the captivating poetry of female writers as set by male composers of the classical canon. Featuring Wagner’s “Wesendonck” and more.
Sunday October 20, 2pm: The Juliets Trio: Carrie Barr, Annie Wilson, Sophie Viskich
The Juliets Trio celebrates the great composers of musical theatre and opera, with gorgeous songs from the 50s and 60s – from Rogers and Hammerstien to Sondheim to Puccini! Effervescent opera and musical theatre stars Carrie Barr, Annie Wilson and Sophie Viskich were an instant success at Friends of Music in 2023 – and are bound to draw another crowd this year.
Sunday November 24, 2pm: Christopher Nankervis, piano, Prokofiev Peter and the Wolf and Romeo and Juliet
Friends of Music favourite Christopher Nankervis returns with a rare treat: the virtuosic arrangements for solo piano by Prokofiev of movements from his wonderful Peter and the Wolf and Romeo and Juliet. This is not to be missed!
Sunday December 8, 2pm: Belinda Reid Christmas gala
Belinda Reid’s ever popular Christmas gala is a celebration for musicians and audience alike. Join us for the final FOMS event of 2024, with drinks and nibbles afterwards!
DATE TBC 2pm: Jesika Clarke (soprano) and Coady Green (piano)
Soprano Jesika Clark, and pianist Coady Green present an eclectic collection of songs by American composers Jake Heggie and Leonard Bernstein exploring Gods and Cats, Snail Kings and a humorously grumpy attitude towards music! The art songs of Heggie and Bernstein are vivid and audacious, and little known in Australia. A rare opportunity to hear these sparkling gems.
Advance bookings can be made via the link above to TryBooking.
Door Sale Cash prices Adult $25, Concession $20
Credit Card (plus surcharge) accepted online or at the Door.
Up to and including year 12 FREE
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