DescriptionConductor - Michael Milton
A dazzling array of works by some of the finest female composers of the last century. The program showcases three Australian works, including the world premiere of a new fanfare by local Adelaide composer Emma Knights, along with 20th Century works by trailblazing women Ethel Smyth (UK), Florence Price (USA) and Dora Pejačević (Croatia). This is a rare opportunity to discover these orchestral gems!
Emma Knights (AUS) - Fan for the Fair (world premiere)
Ethel Smyth (UK) - The Boatswain's Mate: Overture (Australian premiere)
Florence Price (USA) - Symphony No. 1: Juba Dance
Maria Grenfell (AUS) - Rock Hopping
Elena Kats-Chernin (AUS) - Dance of the Paper Umbrellas
Dora Pejačević (CRO) - Symphony in F# minor, Op. 41 (Australian premiere)
For taste of what's to come, please click here and check out our YouTube playlist of online recordings.
Session time: 2.30pm, Sunday 10 September 2023
Duration: approx. 2 hours, with interval
Ticket prices: adult $20, concession $15, children (17 and under) free, group (8+) discount of 20% available online
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Tickets are available online until 1 hour before the session time. Please have your tickets ready to present at the door, either printed or on your smartphone. All advertised prices are inclusive of a 50c per ticket booking fee, which will be added to your order during check-out, and include a complimentary printed or digital program.
Any remaining tickets will be available at the door from 2pm - cash only. However, as our recent concerts have been popular, we encourage guests to book early online to avoid disappointment.
All seating is general admission. You will need to select either stalls or dress circle when booking. Note that the dress circle has limited visibility to the front of the orchestra and is only accessible by stairs.
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Norwood Concert Hall
175 The Parade
Norwood, SA 5067
Andrew Heitmann, president@norwoodorchestra.com, 0422 903 062
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