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Cope-William Arts Foundation

Our mission is to empower the next generation of classical musicians by providing them with the resources and support they need to pursue their passion and achieve their full potential. We are firmly committed to investing in young, talented artists who demonstrate a strong commitment to their craft.

Through our financial assistance and mentorship programs, we aim to foster the growth and development of classical music in Australia and beyond.

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T-Shirt Opera

Friday 1 August 2025
A mixture of comedy, drama and storytelling. If you hate Opera you’ll LOVE this! We explore the stories behind some of the world’s greatest operas, arias and the composers who wrote them.
Kelvin Club
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The Studio
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Cope-Williams Arts Fdn presents Opera at the Kelvin Club

Thursday 29 August 2024
Young artists from Melbourne Opera will perform a selection from classic operas as well as some more contemporary pieces.
The Kelvin Club
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The Browning Song Cycle

Wednesday 28 February 2024
The Cope-Williams Arts Foundation proudly presents a world premiere concert of Art Songs written by Melbourne composer Noel Fidge to the poetry of Robert Browning. The recital is performed by some of Australia’s foremost artists, including Sally-Anne Russell, mezzo soprano; Kiran Rajasingam, baritone, accompanied by Elyane Laussade, piano.
The Savage Club
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Prodigies

Tuesday 21 November 2023
A piano recital by two stellar artists performing Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Mendelssohn, Mozart and Ravel.
The Kelvin Club
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Kelvin Club Recital

Thursday 29 June 2023
A recital of vocal and solo piano works by Brahms, Chopin, Strauss and the premiere of works by Australian composer Noel Fidge
The Kelvin Club