Victorian Regional Tour

PEKKA KUUSISTO
Guest Director
ACO2
Emerging Artists Orchestra

ACO2 Chamber Music Concert
6 March

Dvorák Terzetto in C major, Op. 74
Sallinen String Quartet No. 3 Some Aspects of Peltoniemi Hintrik's Funeral March
Mendelssohn Octet in E-flat major, Op.20

ACO2 directed by Pekka Kuusisto
7 March

Rautavaara The Fiddlers
Janácek (arr. Tognetti) String Quartet No. 1 Kreutzer Sonata
Bach Concerto for 2 Violins, Strings and Continuo in D Minor (BWV1043)
Shostakovich Chamber Symphony for Strings, Op.110a

ACO2 connects the next generation of talented young Australian musicians with the stars of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic performance style.

From folk to classical to contemporary improvisation, Pekka Kuusisto has the imagination to make thrilling music in any style. A standout musician from Finland, a place which seems to have more than its fair share of musical talent, Kuusisto’s exuberant style has made him a sought-after soloist around the world.

We're delighted that he'll lead ACO2 in an intensive series of workshops and performances.

Audiences are welcome at the two masterclasses Kuusisto will conduct at the Sydney Conservatorium. Admission is free and no bookings are required.