Classical music buffs, don’t miss this one night-only concert by the critically acclaimed Australian World Orchestra at The Esplanade, which features over 90 of Down Under’s best musicians
Need a break from the boisterous wave of EDM raves and superstar gigs happening in Singapore this September? If your musical leanings span the thrilling sounds of classical maestro, Tchaikovsky, and one of classical music’s most recognised pieces, Ravel’s iconic Boléro, then you’re in luck! Come Saturday, October 1, the Australian World Orchestra is performing the works of these classical music heavyweights in an inaugural performance at the Esplanade.
Following a sold-out, five-concert tour in India with Zubin Mehta, the Australian World Orchestra 2016 Singapore Tour finally makes its way to our shores. It’s also one of the biggest concerts to hit the classical music scene here this year: over 90 of Australia’s top musicians – who play in famed ensembles such as the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra and the Vienna Philharmonic – are coming together from all corners of the globe for this one night-only concert, led by veteran conductor and founder, Alexander Briger AO.
Ravel’s “Boléro” and Tchaikovsky’s “Symphony No. 5” might be clear winners of the evening, but it’s not just any predictable classical music showcase – there’s a surprise in store for fans, too! Making its international premiere is “The Witching Hour”, a new concerto by Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin with eight double basses taking the spotlight, making this a first in the history of orchestral tunes. Keep your ears peeled for this thrilling and theatrical number, specially written for the group’s double bass section.
Book now, or risk missing out on this classical event of the year! Tickets are available on SISTIC (6348-5555) and start from $88, $108, $128, $158, $178 to $208 for standard passes.
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Australian World Orchestra 2016 Singapore Tour, 1 October (7.30pm), Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981.
This article is sponsored by the Australian World Orchestra