NEWS & REVIEWS
"Immediately striking from the first movement of this performance was the Australian Boys Choir’s beauty of tone…Director and conductor Nicholas Dinopoulos must be congratulated for his assured presence at the podium, a testimony to some careful preparation of young talent. To bring together the numerous forces required in a nuanced performance of a new vision of Bach’s music is work that continues to inspire as much as it consoles the soul with some of the sweetest music the world has as its heritage."
★★★★☆ "The glorious Agnus Dei, with all four soloists combining beautifully, complemented by the 50 voices and strings, brass and drums, brought this excellent program to a close. Dinopoulos led a tight and well-judged performance, leaving those who had attended either live or digitally with some superb musical memories of this Austrian Encounter."
★★★★ "With its insightful programming, wide community engagement and high artistic standards, the Australian Boys Choir and its affiliate groups have much to celebrate in their 80th anniversary year."
★★★★☆ "A sage colleague once commented that you can always measure the health of a country’s culture by how well its children sing. Based on this performance by the Australian Boys Choir in St Paul’s Cathedral, Melbourne on Sunday afternoon we’re doing pretty well."
"The success of this performance was built on the vocal texture achieved. The uniqueness of boys' voices in creating an almost celestial aesthetic has long been the desired goal in sacred music."
"It is clear that the Australian Boys Choral Institute is in very good hands. This was a courageous program showing deep thought about the choir, its history and future, and its place in contemporary Australia."
"You won't suffer from lack of variety at an Australian Boys Choir concert...assured, well-balanced and an ideal sample of the finest contemporary music-making for Christmas."
3 November 2021
Hear from ABCI Board Member Fiona Trumble as she lends her support to our End-of-Year Giving Appeal.
Please consider donating via the Choir's Give Now page this Christmas.
29 August 2021
Where could a choral education take your son? Join us for our 2021 Online Open Day to find out! Click through to learn more and register today.
1 June 2021
We are thrilled to share some video highlights from the first concert of our 2021 season, recorded live in performance at Hawthorn Arts Centre on the 25th of March. Huge thanks to the staff and students of SAE Creative Media Institute for helping us to capture the night!
18 May 2021
We received a wonderful review from Bronislaw Sozanski in the Ballarat Courier following our recent performance of 'Requiem for an Empress' at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Saturday the 15th of May. The performance featured the Australian Boys Choir, The Vocal Consort, Nicholas Dinopoulos and guest Simon Rickard.
Read the review here.
16 May 2021
Read Honorary Life Member Ken Connor's letter of support for our Mid-Year Giving Appeal.
'As Denzel Washington said “At the end it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about who you have lifted up, who you have made better. It’s about what you have given back”. I hope you will give this some serious consideration.'
Consider donating via the Choir's Give Now platform today.
14 May 2021
Ahead of the Australian Boys Choir and The Vocal Consort's performance of Requiem for an Empress, we were delighted to receive a write up by the Ballarat Courier to promote the event. Take a moment to read the article and listen to the program highlights.
31 March 2021
The Australian Boys Choir are thrilled to perform 'Requiem for an Empress' alongside Simon Rickard at St. Patrick’s Cathedral Ballarat on May 15, and at Sacred Heart Church, Carlton on May 16 2001.
31 March 2021
Anish Nair is a member of The Vocal Consort. TVC joins with the Australian Boys Choir for two performances of ‘Requiem for an Empress’ at St. Patrick’s Cathedral Ballarat on May 15, and at Sacred Heart Church, Carlton on May 16 alongside dulzian player Simon Rickard.
4 March 2021
The Australian Boys Choral Institute are thrilled to be performing A Night at the Opera featuring international pianist Andrea Katz on the 25th of March at Hawthorn Arts Centre. Also starring baritone Stephen Marsh, The Vocal Consort and The Australian Boys Choir Performing Squad.
4 March 2021
The Australian Boys Choral Institute are thrilled to be performing A Night at the Opera alongside Stephen Marsh on the 25th of March at Hawthorn Arts Centre. Also starring international pianist Andrea Katz, The Vocal Consort and The Australian Boys Choir Performing Squad.
3 March 2021
Oliver Clarke is a member of the Australian Boys Choir, he’s excited to be performing as part of the Performing Squad for ‘A Night at the Opera’ on March 25th at Hawthorn Town Hall.
8 February 2021
We were extremely fortunate our venue partners had the ‘green light’ to welcome some of our most advanced singers for a COVID-safe Summer Music School to kick off the year.