Category: Concerts

Concert 4 2025: Queen Symphony

The feature work is Queen Symphony in 6 movements by Tolga Kashiff, transcribed by Eric Somers. Date: Saturday 8.00pm 30th August 2025 Venue: Iwaki Auditorium, 130 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006 Bookings: limited number of seats. Bookings open 25th June. Click here to book. Come back at a time closer to the concert to download…

Concert 3 2025: Made In Australia

Step into the vibrant world of contemporary Australian art music with Roland Yeung and the Grainger Wind Symphony as they continue their remarkable journey of showcasing original works by emerging composers. For years, this ensemble has been at the forefront of championing the rich diversity and innovation found within the Australian wind symphony repertoire. Each…

Concert 1 2025: The Four Seasons 1st March

The Grainger Wind Symphony presents their first concert of 2025. Entitled The Four Seasons, the major work being performed is Jodie Blackshaw’s Symphony No.1 “Leunig’s Prayer Book”.  To see the posting on 3MBS’s Arts Noticeboard click here. The program will also feature several soloists including: Terence Teow performing the virtuosically stunning “Carmen Fantasia Brilliante’ on…

Concert 5 2024: Elysian Harmonies: Journeys of Serenity and Strength

Embark on a musical odyssey through realms of tranquillity and resilience with “Elysian Harmonies.” This concert invites you to explore the depths of the human spirit through a selection of evocative works, each weaving its own tale of peace, determination, and unwavering resolve. Conducted by Associate Conductor Shane Walterfang, the program includes: Jason Xanthoudakis has…

Concert 4 2024: Echoes of Time

7.00 pm Saturday 24th August 2024 at Carey Baptist Grammar School De Young Performing Arts Centre in the Ian Woolf Auditorium Guest conductors Yoshinao Osawa from Japan Brian S. Wilson from USA Guest singer Stephen Coutts – operatic tenor For more information about our guests and the program notes, click here. To download the concert…

Concert 3 2024 Made In Australia

Step into the vibrant world of contemporary Australian art music with Roland Yeung and the Grainger Wind Symphony as they continue their remarkable journey of showcasing original works by emerging composers. For years, this ensemble has been at the forefront of championing the rich diversity and innovation found within the Australian wind symphony repertoire. Each…

Concert 2 2024: By Invitation

Saturday 23rd March 2024 The Grainger Wind Symphony seeks to inspire young musicians to continue playing their instrument after the leave school, and be inspired to play as best they can. By performing for and with school bands, student musicians can get a close look to see how music happens. This share this concert we…

Concert 1 2024: Celestial Light

Saturday 2nd March 7.00pm The program features live performance of music from inspirational movies. As you listen to each performance imagine the mystery, suspense and awe of their iconic scenes. The program includes music from Dr Who, Star Trek, Star Wars – episodes 4 to 7, A work by Michael Brand places the music of…