mozart music

26 March 2022

SPARROWS AND MOZART’S SENSE OF HUMOUR

Mozart wrote this charming work in 1775 or 1775 for in Salzburg while he was employed as a court musician in Salzburg. His works during this period show a verve and enthusiasm, and also often his tremendous sense of humour. The 'Spatzenmesse' (or 'Sparrow Mass') is no exception. Discover more here.

6 April 2022

ONE OF HAYDN’S MOST ENDURING WORKS

Joseph Haydn is one of the most important composers of the Classical era and was widely celebrated during his lifetime. He is credited with making considerable developments in the genres of the symphony, the string quartet and piano trio, but also composed a significant body of vocal music including operas and devotional music. Click here to read more.

17 April 2022

DISCOVERING MOZART’S ‘LITANIAE LAURETANAE’

By the time he wrote this piece in 1771 as a 15-year-old, the young Mozart already had a considerable list of credits to his name. Written back home in Salzburg shortly after his return from Italy, the Litaniae Lauretanae K. 109 reflects the ‘modern Italian’ style of the 18th century. Click here to read more.

23 May 2022

AUSTRIAN ENCOUNTERS REVIEW

‘AUSTRIAN ENCOUNTERS’ - Limelight Magazine

Limelight Magazine's Steve Moffat took the time to review our first ever livestream event on the Australian Digital Concert Hall .

We were proud to read his review published on the Limelight website on 23 May 2022.

Click here to read the full review.