Over the past 12 months Australian Baroque has performed over 90 concerts to more than 30 000 people. Artistic director Helen Kruger reveals the vision behind the astoundingly popular new orchestra.
Tag Archives: Helen Kruger
Features
What you need to know about the Fever Candlelight Concerts
16 August 2021
Who is behind the Candlelight Concerts at Winthrop Hall, and what is the secret to their phenomenal success? Rosalind Appleby finds out.
Reviews
Music to move the planets
9 August 2021
Grab your popcorn and pull up a beanbag for Australian Baroque’s audiovisual tour of terrestrial and extra-terrestrial wonders, recommends Claire Coleman.
Reviews
Perth ‘Candlelight’ concert delivers on spectacle and talent
24 March 2021
Have you seen the online advertising and wondered if it was a scam? Claire Coleman checks out “Candlelight: Vivaldi Four Seasons” at Winthrop Hall and discovers good news.
Reviews
Café culture
1 February 2021
The humour and frivolity of Australian Baroque’s Coffee Cantata added up to a Fringe World high point for David Zampatti.
Reviews
Pint-sized orchestra delivers a good brew
31 October 2020
Large orchestral works in traditional concert halls might be out of the question but Sandra Bowdler discovers Bach in a brewery, thanks to the small and creative Australian Baroque ensemble.
Features
Have baroque, will travel
26 October 2020
Performing in a brewery and private homes is one way a local baroque ensemble is finding fresh and new audiences. Ara Jansen talks to Australian Baroque to find out if they go together well.
Reviews
Baroque splendour makes a fun adventure
30 September 2020
What do birds, ancient music and children have in common? Rosalind Appleby and junior reviewer Isabel Greentree find out in this resplendent AWESOME Festival show.
