String quartet dazzles in concert
“Florescence", or full-flowering, was an apt theme for this dazzling concert of four parts, says reviewer LEN POWER.
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"Finishing with an electric climax, this was a very exciting finish to the magnificent program." Reviewer FELIX HUBER enjoys the Australian String Quartet performance at Gandel Hall.
Michael Dahlenburg is one of Australia’s foremost cellists, but there are more strings to his bow and he’s also co-artistic director of the 37-year-old Australian String Quartet, about to perform in Canberra.
GRAHAM McDONALD reviews the new line-up of the Australian String Quartet.
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Sheena’s new appointment raises eyebrows
WHEN it was announced recently that NSW south coast arts identity, author and cultural advocate, Sheena Boughen, would become the chair of the Australian String Quartet, eyebrows were raised in some musical circles.
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Festive atmosphere for an affectionate farewell
A long, rather gorgeous viola solo, given subtle accompaniment on the other instruments, seemed to fit the occasion of violist Stephen King's farewell perfectly, says reviewer CLINTON WHITE.
Review / A ‘theatric’ performance of live music
music / Australian String Quartet, James O Fairfax Theatre, NGA, July 1. Reviewed by GRAHAM McDONALD.
Music / "Beginnings", Australian String Quartet. At Gandel Hall, National Gallery. Sunday, November 26. Reviewed by ROB KENNEDY
music / "Homeward", Australian String Quartet, Gandel Hall, National Gallery of Australia. Sunday, August 6.…
