Stravinksy, Mills and Shostakovich – Australian World Orchestra
Highlights
- Experience the vibrant orchestration of Stravinsky's Petrushka, bringing to life its tragic hero in vivid colour.
- Delight in the world premiere of Songs for the Stranger, blending modern textures with the essence of the Australian soundscape.
- Witness Shostakovich's Tenth Symphony, a powerful journey from darkness to triumph, resonating with historical significance.
- Join the Australian World Orchestra at Southbank for an unforgettable celebration of 15 years of orchestral excellence.
Following the resounding success of the Australian World Orchestra’s 2025 season, Alexander Briger returns with Australia’s finest for an unforgettable 2026 program. The Australian World Orchestra celebrates its 15th Anniversary with two 20th-century masterpieces and the world premiere of Songs for the Stranger, a song cycle inspired by the Opera Eucalyptus by Jonathan Mills, featuring Australian tenor Michael Petruccelli.
Stravinsky’s Petrushka bursts with colour and vitality, its tragic puppet hero glowing through dazzling orchestration. Mills’s Songs for the Stranger fuses modern textures with emotional immediacy, evoking the Australian soundscape. Finally, Shostakovich’s Tenth Symphony, written in Stalin’s shadow, surges from darkness to blazing triumph.
Do not miss a night of brilliance, beauty and breathtaking orchestral storytelling. It’s a true celebration of the Australian World Orchestra performing at its peak.
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