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Author Archives: Angela Ho

A violinist with dreadlocks focuses intently on his instrument, which is resting under his chin. His bow is in his right hand, easing over the violin. Behind him is a purple-coloured wall with golden light bouncing off it. Close encounter stirs the soul
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Close encounter stirs the soul

18 September 2023

Violinist and composer Rupert Guenther welcomes us into his inner world for a soul-searching evening of improvisation, writes Angela Ho. 

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A choir dressed in red and white surrounds an orchestra on the front of the stage, candles lining the floor around them. Behind another choir stands in front of a majestic organ. This is Handel by Candle Guiding light for state of riches
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Guiding light for state of riches

2 September 2023

Perth Symphony Orchestra lights the way in a captivating collaboration delivered with poise and polish, writes Angela Ho.

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A young violinist stands centre stage, intent on his instrument. He is surrounded by other members of the orchestra, the conductor on the podium to the violinist's eft, his back to the camera. WASO joyride full of passion
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WASO joyride full of passion

5 August 2023

Love is in the air as the West Australian Symphony Orchestra rolls out the romantics and a new work from local composer Olivia Davies. Angela Ho is smitten.

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Three musicians span across a stage - Timothy Ridout on viola, Anneleen Lenaerts on harp and Adam Walker on flute. They are all focused on their playing. Unlikely trio combine forces with flair
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Unlikely trio combine forces with flair

15 May 2023

Flute, harp and viola interlace in a program that challenges and enthrals, revealing a combination of almost limitless possibility, writes Angela Ho. 

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Taiko On. Photo: Diane Hewitt Taiko On's Sanshi plays the shinobue flute. Local ensemble cooks up a feast of drumming
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Local ensemble cooks up a feast of drumming

15 February 2023

Synchronised and elegant, Taiko On’s ode to human selflessness brings flawless rhythm, discipline and showmanship to Fringe World, writes Angela Ho.

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A guitarist wearing a baseball cap sings into a microphone. She is backlit by bright pink elevator walls. This is WA singer-songwriter Angie Colman performing in Goods LIft. Audience engagement elevates experience
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Audience engagement elevates experience

29 January 2023

Staging and environment may determine a gig’s level of intimacy but audience involvement takes it to new heights, writes Angela Ho.

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Reading time • 4 minutesFringe World Festival
A choir, all dressed in black stands at the front of a church, columns around them cast in green light. A man in a black suit with his back to the audience is directing them. This is Voyces' Christmas concert. Hark the Voyces of angels
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Hark the Voyces of angels

19 December 2022

With a triumphant mix of traditional and obscure festive fare, Voyces end the year on a high. Angela Ho sings the praises of the choir’s sweet sounds on a hot summer’s night. 

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Musica Viva Australia | Newcastle City Hall | Signum Saxophone Quartet | 8/11 Five musicians in black suits perform on the stage, a violinist in front bending into his instrument, four men on saxophones behind him. They are the Signum Saxophone Quartet performing with violinist Kristian Winther Silence speaks volumes in sax triumph
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Silence speaks volumes in sax triumph

16 November 2022

European cult icons Signum Saxophone Quartet join celebrated violinist Kristian Winther for a powerhouse performance that reveals the many colours of the sax to an awestruck audience, writes Angela Ho. 

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