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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 musician sits at a piano, back arched and left arm raised theatrically in the air. Electrifying recital worthy of winner
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Electrifying recital worthy of winner

8 August 2023

Jeonghwan Kim shows why he beat all comers for one of the world’s most prestigious piano prizes. Will Yeoman is in awe of his prowess.

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A pianist sits at a pianoforte, flanked by a violinist who is standing and a cellist sitting. They are all intent on their playing. Behind them are the columns of a ballroom. Helen Kruger, Geoffrey Lancaster and Noeleen Wright performing Australian Baroque's concert of Haydn's Piano Trios Three times the joy
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Three times the joy

22 July 2023

Haydn’s piano trios get a rare outing with a grand guest. Classical enthusiast Julie Hosking is swept along by the majestic movements and their magnificent players. 

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A violinist in a bright red shirt sits on a chair, one leg crossed over the other. He is shrouded in yellow light, a window behind him, as he plays the violin. Creating poetry in motion
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Creating poetry in motion

15 June 2023

Violinist Rupert Guenther shapes music the way a painter brings a canvas to life, weaving a story with each new sound. On the eve of a national tour, the composer shares his passion for classical improvisation with Julie Hosking.

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A flautist and violinist stand playing their instruments, while two other musicians sit behind theirs, a man on the harpsichord and a woman on the cello. Behind them are columns, giving the impression of a stately room. They are Australian Baroque performers Andy Skinner, Helen Kruger, Noeleen Wright and James Huntingford. Baroque tour of Europe one to savour
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Baroque tour of Europe one to savour

31 October 2022

French in name only, Telemann’s ‘Paris Quartets’ offer a suite of European flavours. Australian Baroque charms Claire Coleman with a polished performance.

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What's on in Perth: The Hoopla Sessions. Pictured is a group of people standing amongst inflatable sculptures, decorated in brightly coloured stripes What to SEE: July gig guide
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What to SEE: July gig guide

22 June 2022

Got the rainy day blues? Our July gig guide is packed with shows and exhibitions that will warm your heart.

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A stage is dimly lit with pink light and a woman is singing with musicians just visible behind her. She wears a blonde wig and a black dress, with a long green trailing coat over the top Winter witchery has music lovers delighted
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Winter witchery has music lovers delighted

13 June 2022

The Music on the Terrace series launches with a sizzling performance by Rachelle Durkin and the Australian Baroque Orchestra, writes Penny Shaw.

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Arts a state of the heart for Governor
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Arts a state of the heart for Governor

27 October 2021

The Honourable Kim Beazley AC, Governor of Western Australia, is a relatively recent convert to the arts. He chats with Rosalind Appleby about his advocacy work, his “crazy blokes” icon collection, and why a vibrant arts culture is the heart of a healthy democracy.

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Cleaver Street Studio

Cleaver Street Studio

 

Cleaver Street Studio