01 May 2024 Music
A guide to Gustav Mahler's Das Lied von der Erde
Our brief introduction to Gustav Mahler's Song of the Earth, his monumental song cycle and 'greatest symphony', according to conductor Leonard Bernstein.
01 May 2024 Music
A guide to Alma Mahler-Werfel's Drei Lieder
Our brief introduction to Alma Mahler-Werfel's three songs, in the context of her life and other works.
01 May 2024 Music
A guide to Richard Wagner's Siegfried Idyll
Our brief introduction to Richard Wagner's exquisite tone poem, Siegfried Idyll, composed in 1870.
01 May 2024 Philanthropy
Richard Tognetti: Help us bring the music
Music brings us together. Please help us bring the music. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to the ACO today.
26 April 2024 Music News
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Make their day with music experiences from the Australian Chamber Orchestra – either in the form of a night out to the concert hall, or with gifts to be enjoyed from the comfort of home.
23 April 2024 Music Performances
The Heldentenor and the Mezzo-soprano
Silence, mind-maps and discipline: how singers Catherine Carby and Stuart Skelton manage the fierce emotional and physical challenges of performing Mahler’s monumental Song of the Earth.
22 April 2024 Music Tours
An Encounter in Five Movements
The music of Gustav Mahler creates meaning through a continuous series of startling transformations. Playwright Daniel Keene experiences his music live for the very first time.
17 April 2024 Music Performances
Reflections on Mahler in Edinburgh
The Australian Chamber Orchestra performed at the renowned Edinburgh International Festival in 2016. Artistic Director Richard Tognetti and ACO Principal Violin Satu Vänskä reflect on the experience before an Australian tour of the same music.
15 April 2024 Music Performances
ACO Musicians on the power of Mahler
Our musicians speak to the monumental power and unforgettable existentialism of the music of Gustav Mahler.
12 April 2024 Music Performances
An introduction to Mahler’s Song of the Earth
Our guide to Mahler’s orchestral song cycle, including the profound story behind the existential work.
11 April 2024 News Music
Listen to our pet-calming playlist of classical music
Classical music is proven to calm animals. We have curated a special relaxing playlist for our furry and featured friends to mark National Pet Day.
05 April 2024 News Performances
ACO Total Immersion: ‘I feel totally privileged to have been there’
Our musicians and audience members reflect on a unique and powerfully moving experience at ACO Pier 2/3.
28 March 2024 Music News
Dispatches from Penrith Youth Orchestra
Earlier this month, Australian Chamber Orchestra musicians took part in an inspiring and rewarding weekend mentoring Penrith Youth Orchestra Academy students.
28 March 2024 Musicians
Farewell to Maja Savnik: In Pictures
After nine years performing as a much-loved member of the ACO, Maja is concluding her time with the Orchestra to return to Europe with her young family. We're looking back at some of the wonderful memories she has shared with her colleagues over the years.
27 March 2024 Music
Australian Singers on the World Stage
These singers exuding star power have conquered the world’s stages. But they all started in Australia.
