This concert is supported by Peronelle and Jim Windeyer. Photo: Helen White (AHE).
“Led by Artistic Director Skye McIntosh, the six members of the Ensemble were in sparkling form for a programme that both moved and uplifted in equal measure. …Greco was the star of the show…”
– Limelight, Die Stille Nacht, AHE wih David Greco 2023
Much more than a lieder recital, this rare and beautiful concert features some of Schubert’s most darkly-hued songs, superbly delivered by David Greco’s mahogany bass-baritone, and intensified by rich and expressive string quartet accompaniments.
David has carefully structured his selection according to key and timbre, and the esteemed Australian Haydn Ensemble have chosen instrumental movements by Felix Mendelssohn (at his most Schubertian!) to contrast or reinforce each song. The movements date from the last tragic six months of Mendelssohn’s life, in which he battled both illness and bitter mourning for his sister Fanny.
Go on this wild and sad journey; when you come up for the autumnal Canberra air, you’ll never feel more alive.
The Details
What: Schubert Lieder – Canberra International Music Festival
When: Thursday 1 May, from 5.30pm
Where: Albert Hall, 100 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla ACT 2601, Australia
Cost: General Admission $63.00, Concession $58.00. Tickets available via Canberra International Music Festival.
