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Nicolas Altstaedt: ‘The ACO has an identity of the highest creativity’
We catch up with renowned German-French cellist Nicolas Altstaedt, ahead of his appearance with the Orchestra performing works by Haydn and Tchaikovsky.
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How to stage a children’s show
We share the secrets and wonders that come with turning Oliver Jeffers’ beloved children’s book, How to Catch a Star into a magical ACO Families theatre production.
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Interview: Elena Kats-Chernin on ‘How to Catch a Star’
The award-winning Australian composer on how to create compelling music for children.
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Children have been reviewing ‘How to Catch a Star’
Our school holidays show, ‘How to Catch a Star’ is set to return. Here’s the verdict from our youngest audience members.
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Gallery: There’s a Sea in my Bedroom
Stunning moments from our ACO Families production returning in September this year.
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Scoring a Life: Nicolas Altstaedt Interview
As one of the world’s most acclaimed cellists, Nicolas Altstaedt travels constantly – but, he says, his home is music.
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Joy & Purpose: Interview with Ilya Isakovich
For violinist Ilya Isakovich, joining the Australian Chamber Orchestra was the hardest decision of his life. Twenty years on, he says it was also his best.
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ACO 2024: Meet cellist Nicolas Altstaedt
German-French Nicolas Altstaedt is revered for his powerful interpretations and brilliant technique. In 2024, we invite him to guest direct the Orchestra in music by Haydn and Tchaikovsky.
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Discover the Enchanting World of Oliver Jeffers
We explore the magical creations of the Brooklyn-based visual artist and author Oliver Jeffers, who gave us How to Catch a Star.
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Art Masterpieces Celebrating the Beautiful Cello
The cello has been revered as a subject of beauty, emotion and virtuosity by artists for centuries. We celebrate pieces by artists from Cornelis Schut to Egon Schiele who have celebrated the instrument in their work.
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