Under the direction of Artistic Director Richard Tognetti, the Australian Chamber Orchestra is one of the most acclaimed chamber orchestras in the world, renowned for their inspired programming, unrivalled virtuosity, energy and individuality.

The world-renowned cellist and master storyteller makes his ACO debut as soloist and guest director.

When the cello sings, we hear something akin to the human voice: sensuous, rich, profound. When Nicolas Altstaedt holds the bow, the cello is all that and more, becoming a master storyteller.

It’s been more than a decade since the young cellist burst onto the world stage as a BBC New Generation Artist, with his unruly curls, unorthodox concert attire and pure talent. Since then, he’s piled up musical accolades from the stages of New York, London and beyond. Now is your chance to see his ACO debut as both director and soloist.

Altstaedt’s debut will showcase the many voices of his cello along with the vitality and dynamism of the ACO. This promises to be a very special collaboration.

ARTISTS 

Nicolas Altstaedt Director & Cello
Australian Chamber Orchestra

PROGRAM 

JOSEPH HAYDN (arr. strings) Seven Last Words of Christ (selections)
GYÖRGY KURTÁG (arr. strings) Officium breve in memoriam Andreae Szervánszky (selections)
PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY (arr. strings) Rococo Variations
SÁNDOR VERESS Four Transylvanian Dances
IANNIS XENAKIS Aroura
JOSEPH HAYDN (arr. strings) Cello Concerto in C major

ADDITIONAL TICKETING INFORMATION

Concessions apply to
Pensioners
Commonwealth Healthcare cardholders

Students
$25 tickets available for full time students. Proof of current study must be produced before tickets are issued.
B, C and D-Reserves only.

Under 35 years 
$35 tickets available for people aged under 35 years at the date of the concert. Valid proof of age must be produced.
A, B, C and D-Reserves only.

Mobile tickets will be emailed shortly after the order confirmation.

A one-off handling fee of $6.90 applies to all web, phone, mail and in-person bookings. An additional fee of $4.40 per transaction applies for delivery via Registered Post. All ticket / item prices include GST, if applicable.

RUNNING TIMES 

Start 7:30pm
Interval 8:15pm - 8:35pm*
Finish 9:15pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

WARDLE KITCHEN MENU
View the Wardle Kitchen menu.
No bookings necessary. 

GRAB & GO
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No bookings necessary. 

Cold drinks, including alcohol, will be allowed inside the auditorium for this event. However, food and hot drinks are NOT permitted inside the auditorium.

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