Timo-Veikko 'Tipi' Valve
Up Close Timo-Veikko Valve
Our new home at Sydney’s Walsh Bay Arts Precinct is more than a building. It’s a home for creativity, experimentation and collaboration. It’s a place where extraordinary music is not just created and performed but truly shared with everyone. Whether you are in Sydney, Melbourne or one of our many regional touring hubs, we hope you enjoy exploring our exciting new programs at Pier 2/3 and beyond. This is just the beginning.
If you would like to learn more about our new home at Pier 2/3 and how you can contribute to this once-in-a-lifetime project CLICK HERE.
If you would like to learn more about our new home at Pier 2/3 and how you can contribute to this once-in-a-lifetime project CLICK HERE.
ACO UP CLOSE
GET TO KNOW OUR PLAYERS IN THIS SERIES OF INTIMATE RECITALS.
There is much to discover about the musicians in the ACO in this series of recitals presented in Sydney and Melbourne. Hailing from eight countries and 14 cities, every ACO musician has their own story and unique musical journey. Our ACO Up Close series delves into these stories, revealing the music they love, their life outside the ACO and so much more.
Joined by a guest pianist, each musician will present a program of music closest to their heart. You’ll enjoy celebrated classics and exciting new discoveries, all to be unpacked in conversation with host Kumi Taguchi in Sydney and Zan Rowe in Melbourne.
Series Partner
FAMILY SHOWS
THERE'S A SEA IN MY BEDROOM
A theatrical and immersive introduction to live classical music based on the beloved children’s book by award-winning author Margaret Wild.
HOW TO CATCH A STAR
A brand new ACO production based on the beloved book by international best-selling author Oliver Jeffers.
ACO TALKS
an unauthorised history of classical music
Join ABC Classic presenters Vanessa Hughes and Russell Torrance on a tour through the remarkable, inspiring and often shocking history of classical music.
RELAXED PERFORMANCES
WHERE THE MAGIC OF THE ACO IS PRESENTED ESPECIALLY FOR YOU.
Sharing music with new audiences lies at the heart of everything we do. We’re launching our community program with a series of performances where everyone can enjoy our finest mainstage programs in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
ACO Relaxed Performances feature 50 minutes of music with a guest presenter who will make you feel right at home. Open to everyone, these performances will offer flexible seating arrangements, adjusted lighting and sound levels and quiet spaces to chill out. We welcome people on the autism spectrum, people with disability and additional access needs, parents and carers with babies, or anyone who would enjoy a more informal daytime performance experience. Come along, respond to the music, make noise, be yourself and have fun!
Mozart Sinfonia Concertante (Relaxed Performance)
Friday 10 June, 1pm
Relaxed Performance of Mozart and Britten
Bach (Relaxed Performance)
Friday 29 July, 1pm
Relaxed Performance of Bach
Piazzolla (Relaxed Performance)
Friday 26 August, 1pm
Relaxed Performance of Piazzolla
The American (Relaxed Performance)
Friday 2 December, 1pm
Relaxed Performance of The American
How to Catch a Star (Relaxed Performance)
Friday 7 October, 1pm
Relaxed Performance of How to Catch a Star
RECITALS
OLLI MUSTONEN IN RECITAL
We are thrilled to present two exclusive
recitals by internationally renowned
pianist, conductor and composer,
Olli Mustonen. Performing music by
Beethoven and Bach, this is a unique
opportunity to see one of the world’s most
exciting pianists in an intimate setting.
HELP MAKE HISTORY
Pier 2/3 Capital Campaign
Our new home won’t be possible without you. Explore this once-in-a-lifetime project and discover how you can be part of our future.
