Upcoming events

Lunchtime Concert - Orchestral Pianos

Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2025, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall

In a recital that opens with a sparkling arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite for two pianos, staff pianist Michael Ierace is joined by Sydney-based pianist Vatche Jambazian (a Masters graduate of The Juilliard School in New York) to explore the inverse of this process, culminating in the premiere of a new two-piano version of Lutosławski’s Concerto for Orchestra by Dr Joe Chindamo OAM.

Lunchtime Concert - The Trout

Date: Fri, 10 Oct 2025, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall

This special collaboration sees three of our faculty members team up with two very distinguished colleagues from overseas.

Elegies: A Song Cycle (Elder Conservatorium Music Theatre)

Date: Thu, 16, 7:30 pm - Sun, 19 Oct 2025, 3:30 pm
Location: Little Theatre

Celebrate life, love and loss with Elegies: A Song Cycle by Tony Award-winning composer William Finn. This deeply personal and heartfelt collection of songs beautifully captures the moments that shape our lives, from the joy of friendship to the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye.

Lunchtime Concert - The Ringtone Cycle

Date: Fri, 17 Oct 2025, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall

This 2010 commission from the Seraphim Trio has a libretto from the Australian author Peter Goldsworthy. Subtitled a ‘cabaret quintet for soprano, violin, cello, piano and iPhone’, it is a mini-operetta that tells of a love affair starring a modern-day Brünnhilde and her phone. Koehne’s continuous flow of music recalls Wagner’s revolutionary ‘speech-song’, and members of the audience might need to brush up on tech jargon to fully appreciate the text! The score is also dotted with references to famous ring tones.

Elder After Hours - Convergence

Date: Fri, 17 Oct 2025, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall

Since the release of their recorded trilogy of Paul Stanhope’s quartets, the ASQ has proudly championed this beloved Australian composer, whose first string quartet, Elegies and Dances, bristles with rhythmic vitality. Benjamin Britten’s String Quartet No.2, a deeply moving tribute to the great English composer Henry Purcell, is the musical equivalent of a towering architectural marvel, weaving four distinct voices in stark contrast and breathtaking unity. The program culminates with Schubert’s enduringly popular Death and the Maiden quartet, a window into the tortured soul of a musical giant at the height of his powers.

Lunchtime Concert - Timeless Strings

Date: Fri, 24 Oct 2025, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Elder Hall

Vivaldi’s Concerto for Four Violins dazzles with its energy and virtuosic flair, while Leopold Mozart’s Concerto for Alto Trombone showcases the instrument’s unique lyrical qualities. Dvořák’s serene Nocturne in B major brings a touch of romance and tranquility, setting the stage for David Diamond’s vibrant Rounds for String Orchestra, a playful and rhythmically engaging finale.

Elder After Hours - Guitarissimo

Date: Sat, 25 Oct 2025, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Elder Hall

A delight for lovers of classical guitar, this annual showcase concert features an array of works for solo guitar and small chamber groups, culminating in a performance by the Elder Conservatorium Guitar Ensemble. Curated by Dr Oliver Fartach-Naini.

Kristin Berardi & Sam Anning (Adelaide International Jazz Festival)

Kristin Berardi and Sam Anning (Adelaide International Jazz Festival)

Date: Sun, 26 Oct 2025, 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm
Location: Hal's Hall (Madley Rehearsal Studio)

For this exclusive Adelaide concert, Switzerland-based Kristin Berardi rejoins long-time collaborator Sam Anning for an intimate exploration of Kristin and Sam's music. Co-presented by Hal's Hall and Elder Con Jazz, this exclusive performance is one night only with strictly limited capacity.

Wolfert Brederode and Joost Lijbaart (Adelaide International Jazz Festival)

Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Scott Theatre, The University of Adelaide

Wolfert Brederode and Joost Lijbaart are a renowned musical duo in the European jazz scene, known for their innovative and emotive performances. Co-presented by Hal's Hall and Elder Con Jazz, this exclusive Adelaide performance is one night only.

Hal's Hall – Elder Conservatorium Jazz Singers

Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Scott Theatre, The University of Adelaide

With a diverse repertoire spanning traditional and contemporary jazz, this concert promises an unforgettable night of creativity, skill, and passion – celebrating both exciting talent and established excellence in the world of jazz.

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