2018
MUSICA VIVA
COFFEE CONCERTS MELBOURNE
WELCOME The four basic tenets I apply when devising Musica Viva concerts are Quality, Diversity, Challenge and Joy, and this year’s Coffee Concerts are a perfect example of how these principles transmute into musical enjoyment. All of this year’s performers are, as usual, of the highest calibre, and are chosen for the exuberance and joy they each bring to the concert platform. But 2018 excels in diversity and challenge. From the entirely unexpected but utterly compelling guitar–cello duo of Karin Schaupp & Umberto Clerici, through to the burnished golden tones of the Australian Brass Quintet, there is an extraordinary range of ensemble styles and repertoire. The outstanding artistry of Melbourne’s own clarinet trio, Ensemble Liaison, draws us back
into more classic fare, while the ARIAnominated Latitude 37, in a rare sextet formation, throws some surprising gems of the early Baroque into the mix. Although all of these musicians have strong overseas connections, the most convincing international credentials come from the winner of the 2017 Michael Hill International Violin Competition, Ioana Cristina Goicea, in her debut Australian appearance accompanied by pianist Andrey Gugnin. Melbourne’s Coffee Concerts for 2018 are an arresting combination of talent and intriguing content, and an exemplary embodiment of Musica Viva’s core principles. Carl Vine ao Artistic Director
JOIN US IN 2018 FOR INSPIRING PERFORMANCES, GREAT COMPANY, TEA, COFFEE AND CAKE ON FIVE TUESDAY MORNINGS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
ELISABETH MURDOCH HALL MELBOURNE RECITAL CENTRE CORNER OF SOUTHBANK BOULEVARD & STURT STREET, SOUTHBANK
MORNING TEA FROM 10AM CONCERT FROM 11AM FOR ONE HOUR
Karin Schaupp & Umberto Clerici Tuesday 27 March Ensemble Liaison Tuesday 19 June Latitude 37 Tuesday 7 August Australian Brass Quintet Tuesday 4 September Ioana Cristina Goicea & Andrey Gugnin Tuesday 2 October
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TUESDAY 27 MARCH
KARIN SCHAUPP & UMBERTO CLERICI
Karin Schaupp Guitar Umberto Clerici Cello Karin Schaupp and Umberto Clerici first shared a concert stage as part of the 2015 Musica Viva Festival, where the combination of guitar and cello proved a major hit. In 2018, these superb musicians bring a program of songs from across five centuries, reimagined for guitar and cello. The program takes the audience on a journey through life, from childhood to a reflection on death and all that comes in between: love, jealousy, family, illness, battles and joys. Program to include: FALLA Jota SCHUBERT Lob der Tränen (In Praise of Tears) RAVEL Kaddish
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TUESDAY 19 JUNE
ENSEMBLE LIAISON
David Griffiths Clarinet Svetlana Bogosavljevic Cello Timothy Young Piano The musicians of Ensemble Liaison bring together expertise gleaned from years of study at some of the world’s greatest musical institutions, in the United States, Russia and Italy. In their hands, the clarinet trio is an instrument of brilliant colour and boundless imagination. Beethoven’s B-flat major Trio is a joyous remnant of a time when woodwind instruments were an exciting new novelty, while Ian Munro’s work written especially for Ensemble Liaison, brings the clarinet trio into the modern day. Completing the program is the trio’s own arrangement of Igor Frolov’s Concert Fantasy on classic Gershwin numbers.
Program BEETHOVEN Clarinet Trio in B-flat major, op 11 MUNRO Aus tiefer Not schrei’ ich zu Dir (Out of the Depths I Cry to You) FROLOV Concert Fantasy on Themes from Porgy and Bess (arr Young/Griffiths)
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TUESDAY 7 AUGUST
LATITUDE 37
The ARIA-nominated Baroque trio Latitude 37 teams up with three esteemed colleagues for De Profundis, a spellbinding program of sacred and secular music from 17th- and 18th-century Germany. The program’s centrepiece is Nicolaus Bruhns’ deeply moving psalm setting De Profundis, performed with guest baritone David Greco. Be transported by the candlelit atmosphere of Baroque vocal music, performed with the ear for detail and beautiful period instruments which make Latitude 37 one of Australasia’s leading Baroque ensembles.
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Program De Profundis BRUHNS De Profundis BIBER Nisi Dominus BUXTEHUDE Klaglied MUFFAT Violin Sonata TUNDER Da mihi Domine BUXTEHUDE Quemadmodum
Julia Fredersdorff Baroque violin Laura Vaughan Viola da gamba Donald Nicolson Organ with guest artists David Greco Baritone Lizzy Welsh Baroque violin Hannah Lane Triple harp
TUESDAY 4 SEPTEMBER
AUSTRALIAN BRASS QUINTET
Program LUTOSŁAWSKI Mini Overture ENCINA Five Dances (arr. Kinmont) HILLBORG Brass Quintet CRESPO Three Spirituals TOWER Copperwave
Tristram Williams Trumpet David Elton Trumpet Ben Jacks Horn Scott Kinmont Trombone Shannon Pittaway Bass trombone There’s simply nothing like the sound of a great brass quintet – bold, sparkling, and with the air-shaking splendour of perfectly tuned harmonics. With more than 15 years of experience playing together in different ensembles, the five virtuosi of the Australian Brass Quintet bring finesse and sensitivity in equal measure to every concert they play. Their program is a collage of colourful dances, songs and fanfares from around the world, culminating in Joan Tower’s glistening Copperwave.
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TUESDAY 2 OCTOBER
IOANA CRISTINA GOICEA & ANDREY GUGNIN Ioana Cristina Goicea Violin Andrey Gugnin Piano
In June 2017, Romanian violinist Ioana Cristina Goicea was awarded First Prize in the Michael Hill International Violin Competition, impressing the judges with her passionate artistry. Musica Viva is pleased to partner with the MHIVC by presenting Ioana Cristina in recital as part of her Prizewinner’s tour of Australasia. Joining her is the outstanding Russian pianist Andrey Gugnin, winner of the 2016 Sydney International Piano Competition, making his first appearances for Musica Viva. Program to be announced.
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GALA PIANO RECITAL
Appearing in Australia for the first time in over 20 years, legendary pianist Sir Andrรกs Schiff brings a program which celebrates the delightful, imaginative world of fantasias. As always with this artist, Bach is at the heart of everything: his ingenuity and virtuosity, as well as his deep faith and humanity, shine through the music of the famous 19th-century composers who followed in his steps.
ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE, HAMER HALL Saturday 20 October, 7pm MELBOURNE PROGRAM MENDELSSOHN Fantasy in F-sharp minor, op 28 BEETHOVEN Piano Sonata no 24 in F-sharp major, op 78 BRAHMS Eight Piano Pieces, op 76 BRAHMS Seven Fantasias, op 116 JS BACH English Suite no 6 in D minor, BWV811
Melbourne concert presented in association with Melbourne Festival Also performing in Sydney. For details visit musicaviva.com.au/schiff
SIR ANDRร S SCHIFF
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SUBSCRIBE TO THE SEASON Join us for another season of coffee, cake and fine music in 2018. A subscription costs just $230 for 5 concerts ($46 per concert) including morning tea. A subscription guarantees you the cheapest prices and the best available seats every time.
RENEWING SUBSCRIBERS Please use your renewal form to subscribe. We look forward to seeing you again soon! To guarantee you receive the same seats as last year, renewing subscribers will need to apply before the subscription renewal period closes on 29 September 2017. After this date your seats will be made available to other subscribers. If you haven’t received your renewal form, please contact Patron Services on 1800 688 482 or email contact@musicaviva.com.au NEW SUBSCRIBERS There are a number of ways to subscribe: Online musicaviva.com.au/coffee2018 Post Fill in the booking form in this brochure and post to: Musica Viva, PO Box 1687, Strawberry Hills NSW 2012.
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DISCOUNTED ADDITIONAL TICKETS FOR SUBSCRIBERS Subscribers can purchase additional single tickets for the discounted price of $48. See the booking form for details. SINGLE TICKET BUYERS Purchase single tickets to individual Coffee Concerts for $53 from 8 November 2017. There is only one seating reserve at Coffee Concerts and all tickets are one price. This price includes coffee and cake before the performance. ANDRĂ S SCHIFF GALA RECITAL Add the Schiff Gala Recital to your subscription for the best seats and an exclusive subscriber discount. Please note that concession prices are available for this event - for full-time students, meanstested Australian pensioners (Aged, Disability, Veteran's Affairs and Supporting Parent) and Health Care Card holders. Senior card holders are not eligible. Please enclose photocopied proof of eligibility with your booking form.
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Musica Viva is Australia’s oldest professional performing arts organisation. Under the Artistic Leadership of Carl Vine AO, we are committed to live music performances of quality, diversity, challenge and joy; the unique intimacy of small music ensembles; and life-long engagement with music. INTERNATIONAL CONCERT SEASON A season of seven national tours featuring the world’s best international chamber musicians, presented in major Australian cities: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney. MUSICA VIVA IN SCHOOLS Musica Viva In Schools has been setting the standard in music education since 1981. We are dedicated to ensuring all Australian children have the opportunity to experience the joy of music, and we support teachers with professional development and curriculum-linked resources. MUSICA VIVA FESTIVAL Presented in association with the Australian Youth Orchestra and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, our biennial chamber music festival showcases the best local and international chamber music artists in four days of concerts, talks and masterclasses. The next Festival will be held in April 2019. HUNTINGTON ESTATE MUSIC FESTIVAL Australia’s renowned chamber music festival is held in the beautiful surrounds of the Mudgee wine region, presented by Huntington Estate Winery in association with Musica Viva. 2017 Opening Weekend Sat 18 Nov & Sun 19 Nov 2017 Huntington Estate Music Festival Wed 22 Nov to Sun 26 Nov 2018 Opening Weekend Sat 17 Nov & Sun 18 Nov 2018 Huntington Estate Music Festival Wed 21 Nov to Sun 25 Nov
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FUTUREMAKERS Musica Viva’s artist leadership initiative FutureMakers discovers and enables Australia’s musical leaders of tomorrow. By providing them with extensive mentoring and extraordinary opportunities, these brilliant and curious musicians are equipped with advocacy tools, entrepreneurial skills, platforms, audiences and a global network. This gives them the foundation to create new work that will shape and inspire cultural life in the 21st century. COUNTRYWIDE Musica Viva’s innovative regional touring program partners with performing arts centres, volunteer music societies and conservatoriums to deliver a range of exceptional music experiences to thousands of regional Australians each year. MASTERCLASSES Our Masterclass program connects students and ensembles with the world’s finest chamber musicians. Interaction occurs in a variety of public learning environments, and members of the public and other students are able to observe this rich musical process as it happens. MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC COMPETITION In partnership with the Melbourne Recital Centre and the Australian National Academy of Music, Musica Viva is the presenter of the Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition. The Eighth Competition will be held in July 2018. For info visit musicaviva.com.au/competition.
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