BACH & BEYOND (MELBOURNE)
WELCOME HOME (MELBOURNE)
11 SEPTEMBER 2027 3PM
Presented by Music at the Basilica
Saturday 11 September 2027 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
St Mary's Basilica | 150 Yarra St, Geelong VIC 3220
A musical kaleidoscope examining the intricate complexity of Bach's contrapuntal writing with the stunning sounds of contemporary choral works. The Australian Boys Choir joins together with members of The Vocal Consort and The Kelly Gang for this exciting program in the lead-up to their 2027 European tour to Hungary, Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic.
- Doors open at 2:45pm, concert starts at 3:00pm sharp. This performance will have one interval of 15 minutes.
- Please note that any latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.
- No photography or videographers permitted. Audience members should note this performance is being recorded.
- St Mary's Basilica is a fully-accessible venue. Please see our friendly volunteers should you require any further assistance.
- While we encourage families to attend our concerts, this presentation is not suitable for very young children or infants.
ARTISTS
Australian Boys Choir
The Kelly Gang | The Vocal Consort
Timothy Mallis, chamber organ & piano
Nicholas Dinopoulos, artistic director & conductor
PROGRAM
This concert will feature selections from our 2027 European tour repertoire including:
Cantemus | Lajos Bárdos (Hungary, 1899-1986)
Jesu, meine Freude | J.S. Bach (Germany, 1685-1750)
Lobet den Herrn | J.S. Bach (Germany, 1685-1750)
Ubi Caritas | Joseph Twist (Australia, b. 1982)
Kyrie from Mass for Seven Voices | William Yaxley (New Zealand, b.1994)
Alleluia | Dulcie Holland (Australia, 1913-2000)
Ave Verum Corpus | W.A. Mozart (Austria, 1756-1791)
Dance Mantra | Ross Edwards (Australia, b. 1943)
Past Life Melodies | Sarah Hopkins (Australia, b. 1958)
Three Australian Bush Songs | Iain Grandage (Australia, b. 1970)
Araluen | Matthew Orlovich (Australia, b.1970)
Pemulwuy | Paul Jarman (Australia, b.1971)
The Wanderer | Dan Walker (Australia, b. 1978)
$40
General Admission / Unreserved Seating
$30
Concession / Full time students, Pensioners or Health Care Card holders