Events: Elder Conservatorium of Music
Lunchtime Concert - Sliding Around
- Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024, 1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Elder Conservatorium staff and alumni come together for a program celebrating all things jazz trombone!
Elder After Hours - Elder Music Lab
- Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
A series of solo-piano miniatures with a rich sound world inspired by classic paintings, ranging from Vincent van Gogh’s 1889 The Starry Night to Simon Dinnerstein’s 1991 Purple Haze. A free concert performed by Elder Conservatorium Masters student Esmond Choi.
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.
String Quartet Courses 2024
- Date: Sat, 27, 9:00 am - Sun, 28 Apr 2024, 6:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall
Two very exciting string quartet tuition weekends are coming up at the end of April and July, open to all Australian and New Zealand string players.
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!
Adelaide Bass Day 2024
- Date: Sun, 28 Apr 2024, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Elder Hall / Bishop Hall
The Elder Conservatorium and the University of Adelaide are presenting a Double Bass Day on Sunday 28 April, bringing together performers, teachers, students, luthiers and exhibitors from all over Australia. Hosted in Elder Hall, the day will feature recitals, masterclasses, jazz clinics, lecture demonstrations, ensemble playing and concerts suited for all ages and levels.
String Quartet Extravaganza
- Date: Sun, 28 Apr 2024, 5:00 pm
- Location: Hartley Concert Room
Eight of Australia's best young string quartets perform works by Smetana, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Shield and more.
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.
