Tag: Percy Grainger

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…

Experience the Magic: Attend concerts of the Grainger Wind Symphony

The Grainger Wind Symphony, a distinguished Melbourne-based not-for-profit ensemble, epitomizes dedication to the artistry and vibrancy of wind-band music. Established in 1986 and named after the illustrious Percy Grainger, an iconic figure in Australia’s musical landscape, our ensemble invites you to immerse yourself in a musical journey like no other. Why Attend Our Concerts? Join…

Call for composers to submit a composition to be included in or Made In Australia Project 2026

THE DEADLINE IS PAST FOR ACCEPTING COMPOSITIONS FOR 2025. Please consider submitting a composition for 2026 Emerging Australian composers may like to submit a work for 2026. The closing date is 31st January 2025. The Grainger Wind Symphony is calling for emerging Australian composers to submit an original  composition for the Grainger Wind Symphony to…

Concert 5 2023: The Worth Of My Music

Performance: 7.00pm Saturday 28th October 2023 Venue: Blackburn High School Auditorium, 60 Springfield Road, Blackburn. Enter via the main entrance and walk down the breezeway alongside the Main Reception to the lowers set of buildings. Bring your own cushion to sit on! Soloist: Leo Nguyen pianoforte from the Australian National Academy of Music. To book…