Events: Concert Series
Lunchtime Concert - Rhythm Song
- Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Join acclaimed alumna, harpist and soprano Emma Horwood and Adelaide Symphony Orchestra principal percussionist Steve Peterka as they create a unique soundscape with pedal and Celtic harps, voice and percussion.
Elder After Hours - Matthew Sheens Solo
- Date: Sat, 27 Apr 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
One of the Con’s most successful jazz graduates, New York-based Matthew Sheens returns to Elder Hall for the first time in over a decade to perform music from his recent albums, including his latest “Written in the Dark”. Don’t miss this evening of innovative jazz!
Lunchtime Concert - A Majestic Affair
- Date: Fri, 3 May 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Featuring staff members Michael Ierace, Stephen King and Thomas Marlin, with ASO concertmaster Kate Suthers performing Brahms' Piano Quartet No.2 in A major, Op.26.
Lunchtime Concert - Mentorship Series
- Date: Fri, 10 May 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Dynamic staff members Helen Ayres and Stephen King mentor a select group of classical performance students through a series of tutorials and rehearsals, culminating in today’s much-anticipated lunchtime concert.
Elder After Hours - Future Memories
- Date: Wed, 15 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
A stellar assembly of Conservatorium staff and alumni gather for a special gala concert, at once demonstrating the artistry and collegiality of our community, while raising funds to support our ongoing mission.
Lunchtime Concert - Centennials
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra perform works by Karel Husa, Holst, Natalie Williams, and Alexander Arutiunian.
Lunchtime Concert - Journeys and Stories 1
- Date: Fri, 24 May 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Every piece of music is a journey – every song is a story. Elder Conservatorium Chorale performs works from Ireland, France, Scandinavia, Australia and Central America.
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Elder After Hours - Homegrown Jazz
- Date: Sat, 25 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Songs and instrumental works by alumni Lauren Henderson, Jo Lawry, M.S. Ferguson, Christina Guala-Goodwin, Jasmine Ferguson, and Thomas Voss.
Lunchtime Concert - She Speaks
- Date: Fri, 31 May 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Our beloved Australian String Quartet join Noriko Tadano, a master of the shamisen; a three-stringed long-necked Japanese instrument derived from the Chinese sanxian, played with a plectrum called a bachi and a traditional instrument of the geisha.
Lunchtime Concert - Australian Jazz
- Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
The Honours ensemble play from the Australian Jazz Real Book, with works by noted Australian jazz writers including alumni Jo Lawry, Michelle Nicole, Matthew Sheens and Lauren Henderson, alongside songs by Vince Jones and other Australian jazz greats.