The Masterclass Series

At the masterclasses, international musicians of the highest standing will work with students from the Elder Conservatorium. The series gives members of the public the chance to see and hear students being instructed by some of the best musicians in their fields.

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MASTERCLASS 1

IMOGEN COOPER
PIANO

Monday 18 May - 1pm to 3pm - Admission $10

‘Recognised worldwide as a pianist of virtuosity and poetic poise, English pianist Imogen Cooper has established a reputation as one of the finest interpreters of the classical repertoire.’

Recent performances have included the New York Philharmonic, Vienna Philharmonic and Philharmonia Orchestras. This year she will perform with Simon Rattle and the Philadelphia Orchstra, Boston Symphony with Colin Davis, a tour with the London Symphony Orchstra and a tour of Australia.

“What an incredible opportunity for students to work with such an inspirational artist as they begin their journey in music…” – Lucinda Collins, Head of Keyboard, Elder Conservatorium of Music

MASTERCLASS 2

ADELE ANTHONY
VIOLIN

Wednesday 3 June - 1pm to 3pm - Admission $10

Since her triumph at Denmark's 1996 Carl Nielsen International Violin Competition, Adele Anthony has enjoyed an acclaimed and expanding international career with a performance schedule including both solo appearances and chamber music performances.

Highlights of Ms. Anthony's performance schedule include performances with the San Diego Symphony at its season opening gala concert and solo recitals of the complete works of Bach for solo violin. She continues to perform in duo recital with her husband, Gil Shaham, having recently completed a seven-city European tour including performances in Bilbao, Paris and at the Prague Spring Festival.

One of Australia’s most successful and beloved artists, we welcome Adele Anthony back to the Elder Conservatorium of Music, where she was once a young and aspiring student.

MASTERCLASS 3

RAY VEGA
JAZZ | TRUMPET

Wednesday 12 August - 1pm to 3pm - Admission $10

As well as being an outstanding performer and band director, Raymond Vega is a highly respected educator who teaches trumpet, arranging, jazz history and composition, improvisation and Afro-Carribean percussion. He has recently been appointed Head of Jazz Studies at the University of Vermont, one of the most prestigious jazz programs in the US.

He is a much sought after lecturer across the USA and presents masterclasses and workshops in jazz arranging, bands, and trumpet and brass performance and technique. The Elder Conservatorium is thrilled to host a masterclass by such a high profile musician and educator as Ray Vega.

“Ray Vega’s creating a very, very valuable bridge from the classroom to the bandstand… That’s the magic that Ray brings. He transcends academia and makes it real” – Todd Colman, Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Studies Program – Conservatory of Music, Purchase College, New York.

MASTERCLASS 4

ELIAS STRING QUARTET
CHAMBER MUSIC

Wednesday 9 September - 4pm to 6pm - Admission $10

The Elias String Quartet, consisting of French, Scottish and Swedish members, is resident at the Universities of Sheffield and York in northern England. This intense and brilliant young quartet spent a year studying with the Alban Berg Quartet in Cologne and have received many honours at major international competitions.

“the players more than deserved the standing ovation from an audience among whose numbers even the hardened professionals and most impassive critics were moved and impressed” – The Independent

“This stunning young quartet has emerged, unheralded and unexpected, as a complete surprise: sterling technique delivering beautifully formed interpretations.” – Carl Vine, Artistic Director, Musica Viva