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.

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.