News: Elder Conservatorium of Music
Teddy Tahu Rhodes Triumphs in Puccini's Tosca (Opera Queensland) and Mendelssohn's Elijah (Sydney Philharmonia Choirs)
Congratulations to Teddy Tahu Rhodes, who recently sang the role of Baron Scarpia in Puccini's Tosca at the Opera at Jimbour event at Jimbour House (Friday 10–Sunday 12 May), and the following weekend sung the title role in Mendelssohn's Elijah, joining Sydney Philharmonia's 400-voice Festival Chorus and conductor Brett Weymark in the Sydney Opera House for this colossal masterpiece.
Cornucopia
On Sunday 9 June at 7.30pm in Elder Hall, the Elder Conservatorium Baroque Ensemble led by Artistic Director Rob Nairn and guest concertmaster Ben Dollman will present 'Cornucopia', a celebration of the baroque horn.
Royal Australian Air Force Band Visit Elder Conservatorium on Tuesday 14 May
Members of the Royal Australian Air Force Band paid a visit to the Elder Conservatorium on Tuesday 14 May. They worked closely with wind, brass, percussion and chamber music students, sharing their wisdom on performing in various musical situations and offering a deeper insight into what life is like working in the Air Force.
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Elder Conservatorium Circle Launched at Future Memories Concert
Our Gala Concert on Wednesday 15 May featured sublime performances from Elder Conservatorium staff members, cherished alumni, and brilliant current students, and launched our new Elder Conservatorium Circle – a group of leading supporters who will raise funds to support our ongoing mission.
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Marietta Resek Celebrates 100th Birthday
'One of the dearest members of our Elder Con "family", Marietta Resek, is pictured below listening to a solo Schubert performance on the violin she brought with her on the Jewish Kindertransport train from Vienna to London in 1938 (her violin was played by Dr Nicholas Adams, psychiatrist and Elder Con alumnus).
Trio Karénine visit Elder Conservatorium on Monday 13 May
Students had a wonderful morning workshop with players from the internationally acclaimed French ensemble Trio Karénine on Monday 13 May. It was a great pleasure to meet Louis, Julien and Paloma and two string quartets and several pianists benefited from their energy and insight. We hope to see them again another day!
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Gala concert to celebrate Elder Conservatorium community
A stellar assembly of staff and alumni from the Elder Conservatorium of Music will perform in a special Gala Concert on Wednesday 15 May, at once demonstrating the artistry and collegiality of our community, while raising funds to support our ongoing mission.
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Waite 100 Gala
On Saturday 4 May, the University of Adelaide celebrated 100 years of the enduring Waite Gift in a black-tie, stand-up cocktail affair held on the Urrbrae House Croquet Lawns, featuring performances by Elder Conservatorium staff, students and alumni.
Adelaide Bass Day
We had over 60 people attending the Adelaide Bass Day (Sunday 28 April) during the day, with many more for the final concert.
String Quartet Weekend 2024
Our first String Quartet Weekend (Saturday 27–Sunday 28 April) was a massive success with seven quartets from South Australia and Victoria participating.
