ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, KATHRYN STOTT...our beloved Goldner String Quartet and their 25th anniversary with a performance of Goldner Variations which I know right now will be a highlight

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Throughout the Festival, we will not only have music spanning centuries and continents but exciting commissions and premieres all mixed into a joyous potpourri encompassing the most celebrated chamber music repertoire ever written. I think the whole world will be celebrating the magnificence that is Beethoven, so I hope you will enjoy my take on those celebrations with original works, a whole day inspired by the great man and his Kreutzer Sonata but most importantly one of our very special commissions. We will pay tribute to our beloved Goldner String Quartet and their 25th anniversary with a performance of Goldner Variations which I know right now will be a highlight of the Festival. As if that’s not enough, they get their very own Conversation Concert and tell their own story in words and music. I’m delighted to welcome a whole host of fabulous musicians from around the globe and as always, I look forward to their new collaborations which are such an integral part of the Festival.

Pavel Fischer returns to direct the Winterschool again, and of course the Festival program wouldn’t be the same without one of his Quartets – get ready! The beautiful Koto, a traditional instrument from Japan, makes its debut at the Festival and for the first time, our concert host comes to us from the UK. I’m simply thrilled that Petroc Trelawny joins us from the BBC. Special mentions to Deborah Cheetham AO, Dancenorth, and Paul Rissmann who will all bring exciting elements into the mix plus a return visit by Jessica Duchen who delighted us with her Being Mrs Bach event two years ago. Lovely to welcome back William Barton and exciting to include our youngest ever performer, violinist Christian Li.

For my final Festival as Artistic Director, I’m bringing you simply the best and have called it Carnival with the emphasis on celebrating everything AFCM has brought to you over 30 years. Come and join the celebrations – your invitation to the party is right here!

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Artistic Director 17

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Hello Music Lovers! I couldn’t be more excited than right now, introducing the 30th anniversary program to you for AFCM 2020. I hope you’ll agree that this is a bumper year and we certainly have lots to celebrate.

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DAY 01 FRIDAY 31/07

7.30PM

THE JAMES COOK UNIVERSITYOPENING NIGHT CONCERTPARADE

TOWNSVILLE CIVIC THEATRE

Hosted by Petroc Trelawny

Let the parade begin! For our opening concert, you can experience traditional music from 16th century Japan, a Festival commission by Yorta Yorta composer, Deborah Cheetham AO, and the sheer exuberance of the Mendelssohn Octet. Want more? Then let 25 musicians guide you through this vibrant cavalcade from six countries – opening night is always special!

GUILLAUME CONNESSONTechno ParadeAdam Walker (flute), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

DEBORAH CHEETHAM AO New commission (World Premiere)Deborah Cheetham AO (soprano), Peter Coleman-Wright AO (baritone), Goldner String Quartet

JEAN-BAPTISTE BARRIÈRESonata for two cellos No.10 in G majorSheku Kanneh-Mason, Blair Harris (cellos)

WITOLD LUTOSŁAWSKIVariations on a theme by Paganini (arr. James Crabb)James Crabb (accordion), Kathryn Stott (piano)

RICHARD RODNEY BENNETTSaxophone Quartet Nexas Quartet

I N T E R VA L

YATSUHASHI KENGYŌ Rokudan no shirabeYumi Kurosawa (koto)

FELIX MENDELSSOHNOctet in E flat major, Op.20Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Zoë Black (violin), Amalia Hall (violin), Tai Murray (violin), Lise Berthaud (viola), Tobias Breider (viola), Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello), Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello)

DAY 02 SATURDAY 01/08

10.00AM

CONCERT CONVERSATIONS 1WITH KATHRYN STOTT

THE PAVILION, THE VILLE RESORT – CASINO

Kathryn Stott chats with Zoë Black, Peter Coleman-Wright AO and Nexas Quartet, Tobias Breider, Lloyd Van’t Hoff and Deborah Cheetham AO.

GERARD BROPHYApollogyNexas Quartet

MAX BRUCHRomantic Pieces Op.83 Nos. 5 & 7Tobias Breider (viola), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Kristian Chong (piano)

HUGO WOLF1. Fussreise: 2. Verborgenheit 3. Der Feuerreiter 4. Gesang WeylasPeter Coleman-Wright AO (baritone), Kristian Chong (piano)

ARVO PÄRTFratresZoë Black (violin), Kathryn Stott (piano)

1.00PM

AFCM 30TH ANNIVERSARYFUNDRAISING LUNCH

BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT

With special guests Maggie Beer AM, Petroc Trelawny and Sheku Kanneh-Mason.

This important fundraising event will be a highlight of the 2020 Festival with special guest Maggie Beer AM in conversation with Petroc Trelawny. In addition, you will be treated to an exclusive performance by famed British royal wedding cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason. Enjoy French champagne on arrival and a two-course lunch featuring local produce and fine wine. Only 75 seats available.

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5.00PM

SUNSET SERIESCONCERTINO


Our Artistic Director is sure you will know the theme of the Schubert Variations but suspects you are in for an unexpected treat with Dance Music Suite by Sallinen. Some Tango, Waltz, Flamenco and more!

ERWIN SCHULHOFFConcertino for flute, viola and double bassAdam Walker (flute), Lise Berthaud (viola), Kirsty McCahon (double bass)

FRANZ SCHUBERTVariations on Trockne Blumen D802Adam Walker (flute), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

AULIS SALLINENDance Music Suite Op.107 (Australian Premiere)James Crabb (accordion), Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello), Timothy Young (piano)

Join us for a very special 30th Anniversary Fundraising LunchSpecial guests include Maggie Beer AM and BBC’s Petroc Trelawny, with an exclusive performance by British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason.Enjoy French champagne on arrival followed by a sumptuous two-course lunch.

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DAY 2 CONT.

7.30PM

GOVERNOR’S GALAODE TO JOY



This Saturday evening concert is packed to the rafters! Ever wondered what would happen if 25 celebrated Australian composers all wrote miniature variations on Beethoven’s iconic theme Ode to Joy? Come and discover for yourself – this will be unique and not to be missed.

YUMI KUROSAWAGreen Pt (Australian Premiere)Yumi Kurosawa (koto)

YUMI KUROSAWAJourney (Australian Premiere)Yumi Kurosawa (koto), Ian Brunskill (percussion)

ERNEST von DOHNÁNYISextet in C major Op.37Tai Murray (violin), Lise Berthaud (viola), Blair Harris (cello), Radovan Vlatković (horn), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Kristian Chong (piano)

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GRAHAM FITKINWiring (Australian Premiere)Michael Duke (soprano saxophone), Kathryn Stott (piano)

CLAUDE DEBUSSYFêtes galantes: 1. En sourdine 2. Fantoches 3. Clair de luneCarolyn Sampson (soprano), Kathryn Stott (piano)

Twenty-five short variations by Australian composers specially chosen by the Goldner Quartet and commissioned by AFCM in celebration of the Quartet’s 25th Anniversary. Ode to Joy, the theme of the Variations, was composed by Beethoven in his 9th Symphony.

Matthew Hindson Andrew Schulz Joe Chindamo Mark Isaacs Harry Sdraulig Robert Davidson Jakub Jankowski Paul Stanhope Brett Dean Elena Kats-Chernin Clare Strong (formerly Johnston) Paul Dean

Graeme Koehne AO Ross Edwards Liza Lim Carl Vine Andrew Ford Maria Grenfell Natalie Williams Paul Grabowsky Nicole Murphy Elizabeth Younan John Peterson Iain Grandage Holly Harrison

Twenty-five Goldner Variations on ‘Ode to Joy’ (World Premiere)Goldner String Quartet

DAY 03 SUNDAY 02/08

11.00AM

CLEVELAND BAY CONCERT THE PAVILION, THE VILLE RESORT – CASINO


This Sunday morning concert has everything to set up your day. Mozart’s Piano Quartet and exuberant musical fireworks in Weber’s Clarinet Quintet are our classical pillars. Mix in one of our Artistic Director’s favourite pieces, the totally lush Ravel Sonata No.1 besides an astonishing arrangement of Lachrymae by Britten and you have a magnificent medley. Following this two-part concert, lunch will be served on the Veranda.

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZARTPiano Quartet in G minor No.1Amalia Hall (violin), Tobias Breider (viola), Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello), Kevin Chow (piano)

MAURICE RAVELSonata No.1 ‘Posthume’Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Kathryn Stott (piano)

I N T E R VA L

BENJAMIN BRITTENLachrymae (Reflections on a Song of Dowland) Op.48 (arr. James Crabb)James Crabb (accordion), Lise Berthaud (viola)

CARL MARIA von WEBERClarinet QuintetLloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Goldner String Quartet

3.00PM

QUEENS GARDENS CONCERTFREE EVENT

QUEENS GARDENS

Hosted by Petroc Trelawny and Glenn ‘Minty’ Mintern

Featuring Barrier Reef Orchestra, 1RAR Band, Radovan Vlatković (horn), Peter Coleman-Wright AO (baritone), Nexas Quartet.

Pieces include Mack the Knife & Ballad of a Pleasant Life, There’ll be Life, Love and Laughter.

7.30PM

WHITE NIGHTSST JAMES’ CATHEDRAL


The first half of this concert pays homage to Moscow and composers associated with this great Russian city. Who can resist the simply gorgeous Vocalise by Rachmaninov not to mention Kabalevsky’s epic Sonata. After the interval we depart for Denmark and a rarely heard gem by 19th Century composer, Niels Gade. What a treat! Gershwin, whose father was born in St. Petersburg, left his Russian ancestry far behind. Courtesy of Rhapsody in Blue, let us transport you to jazzy New York and some toe tapping happiness!

SERGEI PROKOFIEVSonata for two violins Op.56Zoë Black, Amalia Hall (violins)

SERGEI RACHMANINOVVocalise (for 4 hands) (arr. Anderson and Roe)Kevin Chow, Kristian Chong (piano)

DMITRI KABALEVSKYSonata for cello and piano Op.71Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello), Kathryn Stott (piano)

I N T E R VA L

NIELS GADEOctet in F major, Op.17Dene Olding, Dimity Hall, Zoë Black, Alexander Sitkovetsky (violins), Irina Morozova, Tobias Breider (violas), Julian Smiles, Blair Harris (cellos)

GEORGE GERSHWINRhapsody in Blue (arr. Nexas Quartet)Marianna Shirinyan (piano), Nexas Quartet

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DAY 04 MONDAY 03/08

10.00AM



Kathryn Stott chats with James Crabb, Blair Harris, Amalia Hall, Kirsty McCahon, Diana Doherty and William Barton.

GEORG PHILIPP TELEMANNFantasia No.3 in B minor, No.7 in D majorDiana Doherty (oboe)

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHFour Preludes (nos. 10, 15, 16, 24), Op.34 (arr. Dmitri Tsyganov)Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), James Crabb (accordion)

KATE MOOREIcarus SongKirsty McCahon (double bass)

LILI BOULANGERD’un soir tristeAmalia Hall (violin), Blair Harris (cello), Timothy Young (piano)

ERROLLYN WALLENDervish – Australian PremiereBlair Harris (cello), Timothy Young (piano)

1.00PM

AFCM ADVANCED WINTERSCHOOLPUBLIC MASTERCLASS 1FREE EVENT


An AFCM artist coaches emerging professionals in an hour-long public masterclass.

5.00PM

SUNSET SERIESB4


Four composers beginning with B and music spanning 250 years. Two Italians, a passionate Armenian and the quite extraordinary William Barton.

WILLIAM BARTONSquare Circles Beneath the Red Desert SandWilliam Barton (didgeridoo), Tai Murray (violin), Pavel Fischer (violin), Tobias Breider (viola), Blair Harris (cello)

LUIGI BOCCHERINIFlute Quintet No.6 in B flat major, G442Adam Walker (flute), Goldner String Quartet

FERRUCCIO BUSONIElegie for clarinet and piano BV286Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Kathryn Stott (piano)

ARNO BABAJANIAN Piano Trio in F# minorZoë Black (violin), Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

DAY 04 CONT.

7.30PM

EVENING SERIESSONG AND DANCE



Monday night just moved up a gear! Starting with One Droplet performed on the delicate Japanese Koto and ending with Pavel Fischer’s Wild Mountain Thyme, let’s add in Hungarian Gypsy style, operatic variations, folk inspired music from Ireland and Schubert’s divine Auf dem Strom with its quotation from Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony.

YUMI KUROSAWAOne Droplet (Australian Premiere)Yumi Kurosawa (koto)

JOSEPH HAYDNPiano Trio No.39 in G major ‘Gypsy’ (arr. James Crabb)Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Julian Smiles (cello), James Crabb (accordion)

FRANZ SCHUBERTAuf dem StromCarolyn Sampson (soprano), Radovan Vlatković (horn), Kristian Chong (piano)

BOHUSLAV MARTINŮThree Madrigals for violin and violaTai Murray (violin), Lise Berthaud (viola)

I N T E R VA L

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENVariations in F major Op.66Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello), Kristian Chong (piano)

DILYS ELWYN-EDWARDSThe Cloths of HeavenIVOR GURNEY

SleepBENJAMIN BRITTENThree Irish Folk Songs: Avenging and BrightSail On The Minstrel BoyPeter Coleman-Wright AO (baritone), Kathryn Stott (piano)

PAVEL FISCHERQuartet No.2 ‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ (Australian Premiere)Pavel Fischer, Amalia Hall (violins), Tobias Breider (viola), Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello)

DAY 05 TUESDAY 04/08

9.00AM

PALM ISLAND CONCERTThis exceptional day trip to Palm Island will offer an insight into the indigenous community plus showcase some of the Festival’s stellar musicians in an hour-long concert.

William Barton, Nexas Quartet, Peter Coleman-Wright AO, Adam Walker, Radovan Vlatković

3.00PM

AN AFTERNOON WITHPETROC TRELAWNY

FISH INN, ROCKPOOL

This special event has BBC personality Petroc Trelawny sharing some of his favourite music recordings. Hear Petroc chat with Kathryn Stott about the music that has influenced his life, listen to the pieces and enjoy afternoon tea with a beautiful view overlooking the water.

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DAY 07 THURSDAY 06/08

CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF BEETHOVEN

10.00AM



The first of three concerts today all paying homage to Ludwig Van Beethoven. In the first performance of the Horn Sonata, Beethoven himself was at the keyboard. At his funeral, Schubert was a torchbearer. Hear their masterpieces in our first tribute of the day.

Kathryn Stott chats with Radovan Vlatković, Lise Berthaud, Paul Rissmann, Pavel Fischer and Kristian Chong.

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENHorn Sonata Op.17Radovan Vlatković (horn), Kristian Chong (piano)

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENFür EliseKathryn Stott (piano)

FRANZ SCHUBERTSonata in A minor, D821 ‘Arpeggione’Lise Berthaud (viola), Kathryn Stott (piano)

1.00PM




2.30PM

GOLD AND GOLD PLUSSUBSCRIBER EVENT


It is always entertaining and insightful to hear musicians open up about music and life both professionally and personally and this session is sure to deliver. Popular BBC presenter Petroc Trelawny chats with international author, blogger and music critic, Jessica Duchen, about her creation of her Beethoven tribute Immortal Beloved. This event is reserved exclusively for 2020 Gold and Gold Plus Subscribers.

DAY 06 CONT.

7.30PM

EVENING SERIESMETAMORPHOSEN



The culmination of this program is the great Metamorphosen by Strauss. Our Artistic Director believes this to be one of the most moving chamber works in the repertoire and the musical references to Beethoven add to its emotional depth. However, this concert refers to change and we think you’ll be astonished by both the Mendelssohn and sparkling Ligeti miniatures. Add in some delicate Asian flavour and Poulenc’s reference to Mozart and this will be a musical rollercoaster.

FRANCIS POULENCTrio for oboe, bassoon and pianoDiana Doherty (oboe), Mark Gaydon (bassoon), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

ANNE BOYDGoldfish through summer rainAdam Walker (flute), Kristian Chong (piano)

MICHIO MIYAGIHaru no umiYumi Kurosawa (koto), Adam Walker (flute)

FELIX MENDELSSOHN/ARIBERT REIMANN‘…oder soll es Tod bedeuten?’ (Australian Premiere)Carolyn Sampson (soprano), Tinalley String Quartet

I N T E R VA L

GYÖRGY LIGETI6 Bagatelles for wind quintetAdam Walker (flute), Diana Doherty (oboe), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Radovan Vlatković (horn), Mark Gaydon (bassoon)

RICHARD STRAUSSMetamorphosenAlexander Sitkovetsky, Amalia Hall (violins), Tobias Breider, Lise Berthaud (violas), Jan-Erik Gustafsson, Blair Harris (cellos), Kirsty McCahon (double bass)

DAY 06 WEDNESDAY 05/08

10.00AM



Kathryn Stott chats with Timothy Young, Adam Walker, Mark Gaydon, Jan-Erik Gustafsson, Marianna Shirinyan and Tai Murray.

YUMI KUROSAWAThank your lucky stars (Australian Premiere)Yumi Kurosawa (koto), Amalia Hall (violin)

HEITOR VILLA-LOBOSJet WhistleAdam Walker (flute), Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello)

GORDON KERRYOn the summer map of starsMark Gaydon (bassoon), Timothy Young (piano)

FRÉDÉRIC CHOPINMazurka in A minor Op.17, No.4Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

PHILIP GLASSPendulumTai Murray (violin), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

1.00PM




5.00PM

SUNSET SERIESBRILLIANT BAROQUE


For lovers of Baroque music this is for you. Diana Doherty particularly wanted to perform the Duet by W.F. Bach with Adam Walker and so begins this journey back in time. Our very own Winterschool strings take to the stage with pianist Kevin Chow but be ready for the Devil to put in an appearance. Italian magic at its best!

WILHELM FRIEDEMANN BACHDuet No.1 in E minorAdam Walker (flute), Diana Doherty (oboe)

GEORGE FRIDERIC HANDEL Sonata for two cellos in G minor, Op.2, No.8Jan-Erik Gustafsson, Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cellos), Kevin Chow (piano)

GIUSEPPE TARTINIDevil’s Trill Sonata (arr. Fritz Kreisler)Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Timothy Young (piano)

JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHConcerto No.5 in FKevin Chow (piano), Winterschool Strings, Directed by Pavel Fischer

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DAY 07 CONT.

5.00PM

SUNSET SERIESIMMORTAL BELOVED


Jessica Duchen returns to AFCM after her triumph two years ago with Being Mrs. Bach. This new piece promises to be equally special and we can look forward to music and words illuminating the very essence of this romantic story.

JESSICA DUCHEN‘Immortal Beloved‘ (Australian Premiere)Peter Coleman-Wright AO (baritone), Timothy Young (piano), Tinalley String Quartet

Written and narrated by Jessica Duchen and featuring the music of Beethoven. Who was Beethoven’s legendary, unnamed Immortal Beloved? Author and presenter Jessica Duchen explores this great musical mystery from the point of view of a woman who once claimed to be the composer’s lost love...

7.30PM

EVENING SERIESKREUTZER



Featuring one of the greatest of all Sonatas for Violin and Piano, known as the Kreutzer, Beethoven not only gave us this masterpiece, but it proved the inspiration for Janáček and Leo Tolstoy. Tonight our tribute comes to an exciting close with a highly anticipated appearance by Dancenorth and a stunning set of songs composed by Festival favourite, Roderick Williams. Not to be missed!

RODERICK WILLIAMSNew Commission (World Premiere)Carolyn Sampson (soprano), Kristian Chong (piano)

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENViolin Sonata Op.47, No.9 ‘Kreutzer’Tai Murray (violin), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

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LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN arr. FRANZ LISZT

Symphony No.7: Allegretto Control (World Premiere)Amber Haines (director/choreographer), Mason Kelly and Samantha Hines (dancers), Kathryn Stott (piano)

Dancenorth perform a specially created choreography in this response to the novel The Kreutzer Sonata by Leo Tolstoy. Direction and choreography by Amber Haines.

LEOŠ JANÁČEKString Quartet No.1 ‘Kreutzer Sonata’Goldner String Quartet

9.30PM

AFCM UP LATE HERITAGE EXCHANGE BAR

It’s Thursday night and we are heading to the Heritage Bar on Flinders Street East where some of our artists will present a lighter side of AFCM and show their diverse skills away from the concert platform. Anything could happen, but we guarantee it will be entertaining!

Pavel Fischer (violin), Yumi Kurosawa (koto)

DAY 08 FRIDAY 07/08

10.00AM



Kathryn Stott chats with Ian Brunskill, Jessica Duchen, Carolyn Sampson, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Tinalley String Quartet and Yumi Kurosawa.

IMPROVISATION

Ian Brunskill (percussion)

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHElegy and PolkaTinalley String Quartet

GABRIEL FAURÉCinq Mélodies “de Venise” Op.58: 1. Mandoline; 2. En sourdine; 3. Green; 4. À Clymène; 5. C’est l’extaseCarolyn Sampson (soprano), Kathryn Stott (piano)

OLIVIER MESSIAENThème et VariationsAlexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Kathryn Stott (piano)

1.00PM

AFCM WINTERSCHOOLADVANCED CONCERTFREE EVENT


Experience Australia’s finest emerging talent in concert.

2.30PM

FUTURE STARS SPECIALTHE PAVILION, THE VILLE RESORT – CASINO

Petroc Trelawny hosts this wonderful gathering of three extraordinary talents. Bringing them together for the first time, hear their views about life as young artists before a special

performance of Hummel’s lively Piano Trio. Himself a child prodigy, Hummel was a fellow student and friend of Beethoven so a very fitting piece for this one-off event.

Petroc Trelawny chats with Kevin Chow, Christian Li, Sheku Kanneh-Mason.

JOHANN NEPOMUK HUMMEL Piano Trio in G Op.35Kevin Chow (piano), Christian Li (violin), Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello)

5.00PM

SUNSET SERIESMAGICAL STORIES


A superb concert inspired by a great Japanese story, fairy tales and the magical music which appeared in the Disney classic Fantasia.

DARON HAGENConcerto for Koto and String Quartet ‘Genji’ – Australian PremiereYumi Kurosawa (koto), Tinalley String Quartet

ROBERT SCHUMANNMärchenerzählungen Op.132 (Fairy Tales)Lloyd Van’t Hoff (Clarinet), Tobias Breider (viola), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

PAUL DUKASThe Sorcerer’s Apprentice (arr. Iain Farrington)Adam Walker (flute), Diana Doherty (oboe), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Radovan Vlatković (horn), Mark Gaydon (bassoon), Kristian Chong (piano)

7.30PM

EVENING SERIESWILD SPIRIT



Spirits will be well and truly lifted in this imaginative program. When our Artistic Director first heard Spirit of the Wild – she thought it was one of the most exciting pieces she had ever heard. Everyone knows Bolero but on four cellos? Prepare to be amazed! After four Festival violinists have fun with a Polish beauty, hear Dvořák’s glorious spirit soar throughout the Piano Quartet.

GRAŻYNA BACEWICZQuartet for 4 violinsDene Olding, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Tai Murray, Dimity Hall (violins)

ANTONÍN DVOŘÁKPiano Quartet No.2 in E flat, Op.87Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Tobias Breider (viola), Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello), Kathryn Stott (piano)

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MAURICE RAVELBoléro (arr. James Barralet)Julian Smiles, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Blair Harris, Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cellos)

NIGEL WESTLAKESpirit of the WildDiana Doherty (oboe), Goldner String Quartet, Kirsty McCahon (double bass), Timothy Young (piano)

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DAY 09 SATURDAY 08/08

10.00AM

CONCERT CONVERSATIONS 625TH ANNIVERSARY OF GOLDNERSTRING QUARTET


This Saturday morning conversation concert will be devoted entirely to the Goldner String Quartet in celebration of their 25th anniversary. It will be a different format to the regular Concert conversations, with the Goldners alternating between conversation and performance throughout the morning. They will perform in various formations and chat about their life in music. Hosted by Kathryn Stott and Petroc Trelawny.

PETER SCULTHORPE

Quartet No.11 ‘Jabiru Dreaming’: Deciso

DOMENICO SCARLATTI

Sonata in G, K427, adapted for Quartet (arr. Joe Chindamo)

GASPAR CASSADO

Suite for Solo Cello: Prelude – Fantasia

ELENA KATS-CHERNIN 2 Rags for 2 Violins: 1. Slicked Back Tango2. Peggy’s Minute Rag

WOLFGANG MOZART

Duo for Violin and Viola in Bb, K424: Andante Cantabile

MATTHEW HINDSON

‘1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8’ for Violin and Cello

ERNST von DOHNÁNYI

Serenade for String Trio: Finale

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENQuartet in F minor, Op.95: – Larghetto espressivo – Allegretto agitato

1.00PM

FAMILIES’ CONCERT TOWNSVILLE CIVIC THEATRE

Paul Rissmann is one of the world’s great composers of children’s music. Already well known to audiences in Australia we can’t wait to hear the story of Stan and Mabel with lots of opportunities for you to join in the songs. Dressing up as dogs and cats optional!

PAUL RISSMANN Stan and MabelAdam Walker (flute), Diana Doherty (oboe), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Radovan Vlatković (horn), Mark Gaydon (bassoon), Tinalley String Quartet, Kirsty McCahon (double bass), Marianna Shirinyan (piano). Including local Children’s Choir

Stan and Mabel tells the story of two neglected animals – Stan (a dog) and Mabel (a cat) – who live in a tall tower block in the city. Although their owners ignore them, Stan and Mabel find great comfort in the music played by the flute lady, who lives downstairs. But one day the music stops. When Stan and Mabel go to investigate, they discover that their beloved neighbour has gone to Italy, to a competition to find the greatest orchestra in the world. In a flash, Mabel decides that they should follow in her footsteps and visit the famous La Scala opera house in Milan. They just need to find some friends to join their animal orchestra first!

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CLOSING NIGHTCELEBRATION!



…and the parade comes full circle. The String Quintet by Schubert is nothing short of greatness so it’s fitting for a grand finale first half. Lighter entertainment awaits after the interval, however, with music by Noel Coward, an amuse-bouche on Townsville, fun with Beethoven and MUCH MORE! Lovers of West Side Story won’t be disappointed and klaxons might even come into play during the Hornpipe. Come and join the party – it won’t be the same without you!

FRANZ SCHUBERTString Quintet in C major D956Goldner String Quartet, Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cello)

DAY 10 SUNDAY 09/08

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AFTER PARTY ON MAGNETIC ISLANDPEPPERS BLUE ON BLUE

A perfect way to close out your time in Townsville is with a delightful concert on Magnetic Island. Soak up the sunshine on the seaside deck at Peppers Blue on Blue, enjoy a drink or two and mix with other guests whilst listening to some beautiful music played by Festival artists.

With Adam Walker, Lloyd Van’t Hoff, Pavel Fischer and Kathryn Stott

DAY 09 CONT.

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COLIN JACOBSENAscending BirdPavel Fischer (violin), Alexander Sitkovetsky (violin), Tobias Breider (viola), Blair Harris (cello), Kirsty McCahon (double bass), Ian Brunskill (percussion)

TRADITIONAL Sakura (arr. Yumi Kurosawa)Yumi Kurosawa (koto)

YOSEF HADAREvening of Roses (arr. Simon Parkin)Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello) and Winterschool musicians

LUDWIG van BEETHOVENSymphony No.5, 2 cellos (parody) (arr. Werner Thomas-Mifune)Blair Harris and Jan-Erik Gustafsson (cellos)

NOЁL COWARD NinaCarolyn Sampson (soprano), Marianna Shirinyan (piano)

LEONARD BERNSTEINSymphonic Dances for 2 pianos (West Side Story) (arr. John Musto)Kathryn Stott and Timothy Young (pianos)

RODERICK WILLIAMSTownsville in the WinterVarious artists

HENRY WOODHornpipe from Fantasia on British Sea Songs (arr. Roderick Williams)Last standing musicians…

Join us for a celebratory drink in the Forecourt after the Festival!

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B I O G R A P H Y

“This is an amazing opportunity to work with our festival musicians, make new friends and delve further into the wonderful world of collaborative music making”Kathryn Stott, AFCM Artistic Director.

AFCM WINTERSCHOOL ISAFFORDABLE, EDUCATIONALAND POTENTIALLYLIFE-CHANGING.

Held in Townsville during the Australian Festival of Chamber Music this is an unforgettable experience for emerging musicians. Students have the opportunity to gain access to some of the world’s leading artists for lessons, masterclasses, mentoring and to watch live performances. Students, under the direction of our international Winterschool Director, Pavel Fischer can expect excellent coaching at an expert level.

Programs include…

Advanced Masterclass Program

Junior Masterclass Program

For more information please visit afcm.com.au/education or phone +61 (0) 4771 4144

Winterschool

FAMILIES’ CONCERT

Stan and MabelPaul Rissmann is one of the world’s great composers of children’s music and in 2020 he is coming to Townsville to present the story of two neglected animals – Stan (a dog) and Mabel (a cat).

Stan and Mabel live in a tall tower block in the city and are ignored by their owners and take great comfort in the music played by the flute lady, who lives downstairs. But one day the music stops.

When Stan and Mabel go to investigate, they discover that their beloved neighbour has gone to Italy, to a competition to find the greatest orchestra in the world. In a flash, Mabel decides that they should follow in her footsteps and visit the famous La Scala opera house in Milan. They just need to find some friends to join their animal orchestra first!

This wonderful musical adventure, based on Jason Chapman’s book, promises to be an ideal introduction to classical music with a mix of music, singing and audience participation.

AFCM in conjunction with the local Amadeus Choir will be putting a call out for 40 primary aged children from schools across Townsville to join an on-stage choir that will perform with Paul and AFCM’s world class musicians for this special event.Children $10 AFCM Friends $20Adults $25Saturday 8th August, 1pm Townsville Civic Theatre


A R T I S T I C D I R E C T O R / P I A N O

Kathryn Stott, UKAt the age of five, I made friends with the upright piano in our living room. That was the beginning of my musical journey, one which continues as you read this. It would appear that my initial progress was rapid and by the age of eight, I found myself at a boarding school for young musicians, the Yehudi Menuhin School. During my studies there, it’s now clear to me that I was heavily influenced by two occasional visitors to the school; Nadia Boulanger and Vlado Perlmuter.

From then, my great passion for French music was ignited and Fauré in particular has remained the musical love of my life. Further studies at the Royal College of Music in London then led me very abruptly into the life of a professional musician via the Leeds International Piano Competition. It remains the steepest learning curve I’ve ever experienced. After a rollercoaster three years, I realised that I needed to re-connect with chamber music in a bid to feel more connected to other musicians and after all, this had played an important part of my musical existence since being a child.

When, quite by chance, I met Yo-Yo Ma in 1978, it turned out to be one of the most fortuitous moments of my life. Since 1985, we have

enjoyed a collaboration which has taken us to so many fascinating parts of the world and led to musical adventures with musicians who shared so much from their own traditions. I’ve always considered us to be intrepid musical explorers on our own individual paths but with an incredible bond that unites us on the creative highway.

Presently, I enjoy the challenge of creativity in a different way by bringing many musicians together once a year in my role as Artistic Director of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music. My love of curating and directing began in 1995 and since then I’ve brought to life many of my ideas in events lasting anything from long weekends to two weeks. I continue to push my capacity for exploring music I know nothing about and love bringing together unusual combinations whenever possible.

There are too many highlights in my career to mention. Yes, it was a thrill to perform at the Last Night of the Proms to millions around the world, but equally a massive thrill to have lit up twenty small faces in an inner city school while they jumped up and down to energetic piano music! Working with young musicians is something I feel passionate about and presently

teach at the Academy of Music in Oslo. I’ve also had some truly exciting music written for me and enjoyed a particularly close collaboration with composer Graham Fitkin. What an unbelievable privilege it is to be immersed in a language which has no boundaries and has allowed me to share musical stories on a global scale; that little upright piano set me on quite a path! Talking of paths - I’ve also been found trekking in Nepal, Costa Rica, Bhutan or walking my spaniel Archie on the Yorkshire Moors.

The journey continues.


Zoë Black Australia

Zoë is a violinist’s violinist, known for her beauty of sound and natural virtuosity. A coveted chamber musician and soloist, she was assistant leader of Australian Chamber Orchestra, has been guest leader of the Australian String Quartet, and is a regular guest concertmaster with MSO and QSO. She has performed at Carnegie Hall with pianist/composer Joe Chindamo with whom she has made three ARIA award-nominated CDs.

Pavel Fischer Czech Republic

Born in Zlín, Pavel Fischer was one of the co-founders and leader of the much lauded Škampa Quartet, a group with which he regularly gave concerts at Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, the Lincoln Center, and around the world. More recently Pavel has dedicated time to teaching, giving masterclasses for the Royal College and the Royal Academy in London, at the Concertgebouw and the Quartet Academy in Amsterdam. He is a violin tutor at the RNCM in Manchester and the Birmingham Conservatoire. His informed interest in music of other genres has produced many successful collaborations. As a composer his works have been performed in the UK, Carnegie Hall and the Dvořak Hall in Prague.

Amalia Hall New Zealand

Concertmaster of Orchestra Wellington and the violinist of NZ Trio, New Zealander Amalia debuted with the Auckland Philharmonic at nine. In her teens she won all major national awards in NZ. She further won multiple laureate prizes at international competitions including Joseph Joachim Competition and Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians. She has performed throughout Europe, USA, Asia, South Africa, Mexico, Australia and NZ, and studied at the Curtis Institute of Music.

Dimity Hall Australia

As a member of both the Goldner String Quartet and the Australia Ensemble@UNSW, Dimity has performed, toured and recorded extensively. She has appeared as soloist with the Sydney Symphony and the ACO among others and as guest Concertmaster with numerous Australian orchestras. Her recording of Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending is released on ABC Classics. Dimity plays a Nicolo Gagliano violin.

Goldner String Quartet Australia

Founded in 1995, the Goldner String Quartet has performed throughout Australia, UK, Europe, USA, the Asia-Pacific and NZ. They have numerous internationally acclaimed CDs released on Tall Poppies, Naxos and ABC Classics including a DVD documentary, ‘The Quartets’, with Peter Sculthorpe and several discs with pianist Piers Lane for the prestige UK label, Hyperion. Major projects have included a retrospective of 20th Century String Quartets and the complete Beethoven Quartet cycle, which was recorded live and won the ABC Limelight Award for ‘Best Classical Recording’ in 2009. New works have been regularly commissioned for the Goldners from many of Australia’s leading composers. In 2019 the Goldners were featured artists at the Venice Biennale.

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Kristian Chong Australia

Kristian has performed extensively throughout Australia and in Asia, Africa, Europe and the USA. His wide-ranging performance schedule finds him equally at home as a concerto soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. He has been soloist with most of Australia’s main orchestras. He is in high demand as a chamber musician working alongside musicians such as cellist Li-Wei Qin, violinist Sophie Rowell and flautist Megan Sterling. He currently teaches piano and chamber music at the University of Melbourne.

Kevin Chow Australia

Kevin is currently studying a Master of Music degree at Yale University after completing his Bachelor of Music (Hons) at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music with Glenn Riddle. He performed Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2, with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House and has performed other concertos by Mozart, Beethoven, Liszt, Brahms, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. Kevin was a finalist in the 2018 ABC Young Performer of the Year, performing Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2, with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House.

Marianna Shirinyan Armenia

Armenian-born Marianna Shirinyan is one of the most creative and sought-after pianists in Europe today. Her vibrant and virtuosic musicianship puts her in demand, both as a soloist and as a chamber musician. Shirinyan plays with great sensitivity, understanding, technical brilliance and beauty of tone, which allows her to offer a wide range of repertoire. Her love for the music and her joy in sharing it with a larger audience are apparent in her performances. She is a frequent guest at international music festivals including the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival, the Schwetzinger Festspiele, MDR Summer Music Festival, Festspillene in Bergen.

Timothy Young Australia

Timothy is one of Australia’s most prominent and versatile pianists. Head of Piano and Chamber Music at the Australian National Academy of Music and a founding member of Ensemble Liaison, he performs regularly in recital as a soloist and in partnership with leading Australian and international musicians and ensembles. He studied at the University of Melbourne with Ronald Farren-Price and Mack Jost before completing his Diploma with distinction from the Nicolò Paganini Conservatorium in Genova, Italy, under the direction of Lidia Baldecchi-Arcuri and Massimiliano Damerini.

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James Crabb Scotland/Australia

James is one of the world’s leading ambassadors of the classical accordion, performing repertoire ranging from original contemporary works to Baroque transcriptions, Tango Nuevo and folk music. Recent highlights have included the Sally Beamish concerto at BBC Proms, and the premiere and recording of Brett Dean’s new accordion concerto. He was appointed Artistic Director for Four Winds Bermagui in late 2016.

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Christian Li Australia

Christian was born in Melbourne, Australia in 2007, and began studying the violin at age 5. He is studying under Dr Robin Wilson, Head of Violin at Australian National Academy of Music. In April 2018 (10 yrs.) he was the youngest-ever joint junior 1st Prize-winner of the Yehudi Menuhin International Violin Competition in Geneva, also receiving the Audience Prize and the Composer Award.

Tai Murray US/Germany

Appreciated for her elegance and effortless ability, Tai creates a special bond with listeners through her personal phrasing and subtle sweetness. She has performed as guest soloist with leading ensembles such as the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and all of the BBC Symphony Orchestras. As a recitalist she has visited major cities such as Berlin, Chicago, Hamburg, London, Madrid, New York, Paris and Washington D.C., among others.

Dene Olding AM Australia

Dene is currently first violinist with both the Goldner String Quartet and the Australia Ensemble@ UNSW. He is also Concertmaster Emeritus of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and is Artistic Advisor of the Michael Hill International Violin Competition in NZ and Australia’s Young Performers Awards. In addition, he has many solo and recording credits to his name with major conductors and orchestras including many world premieres. He trained at the Juilliard School in New York and lives in Sydney with his wife Irina Morozova and son Nikolai. Dene plays a fine Joseph Guarnerius violin made in 1720.

Alexander Sitkovetsky Russia/UK

Born into a family with a well-established musical tradition, Alexander made his concerto debut at the age of eight and studied with the late Yehudi Menuhin. Engagement highlights include the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Scottish Symphony, Orchestra Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, Norwegian Chamber Orchestra, Brussels Philharmonic, and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. A frequent guest soloist on nationwide UK tours, he has toured Australia extensively as guest director with the Australian Chamber Orchestra.

Lise Berthaud France

Lise has performed in concert venues including Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, The Concertgebouw, Baden Baden Festspielhaus, Elbphilharmonie, Musikverein, Konzerthaus Vienna, Wigmore Hall and the Philharmonie de Paris. Solo engagements include the major symphony orchestras and Leonard Slatkin invited her to record, Harold in Italy with the Orchestre National de Lyon as part of their complete works of Berlioz recordings for Naxos. From 2013-2015 she was part of the prestigious BBC Radio 3’s New Generation Artists Scheme when she performed with all BBC orchestras including live and studio recordings.

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Tobias Breider Germany/Australia

Tobias has established himself as one of Australia’s most asked for viola players in chamber music and regularly collaborates with some of the country’s finest artists and ensembles. Internationally he was invited to perform at festivals in the UK, South Africa, USA and his native Germany. Whenever his busy chamber music schedule allows, Tobias plays full time as Principal violist of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. He plays a Ritter viola from 1877.

Irina Morozova Australia

Irina has had a long and distinguished career primarily as a chamber musician but also as principal viola in various major Australian orchestras. She is a foundation and current member of both the Australia Ensemble@UNSW and Goldner String Quartet with whom she has performed in over 30 countries around the world and recorded extensively. She plays a fine AE Smith viola made in 1947.

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Jan-Erik Gustafsson Finland

Jan-Erik Gustafsson began his studies with Markku Luolajan-Mikkola at the West Helsinki Music Institute. He studied further with Mikhail Homitser and Frans Helmerson at the Edberg-Musikinstitut in Stockholm, completing his soloist diploma examination in 1992. At the age of 15, Gustafsson placed well in the EBU Young Musician competition in Copenhagen. Since then he has performed worldwide both as a soloist and as a chamber musician.

Blair Harris Australia

Blair is a highly regarded solo cellist and chamber musician, known particularly for his strikingly individual interpretations and innovative, collaborative projects. He is a member of Ensemble Offspring and performs regularly as a duo with acclaimed pianist Caroline Almonte. Over his career, he has worked with numerous chamber music ensembles including Streeton Trio, Seraphim Trio, Inventi Ensemble and the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra. As a soloist, he has performed with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria on numerous occasions. Blair is currently guest principal cello of the Auckland Philharmonic Orchestra.

Sheku Kanneh-Mason MBE UK

Winner of BBC Young Musician 2016, Sheku Kanneh-Mason is in demand worldwide. In 2018, Sheku released his chart-topping debut recording for Decca Classics, Inspiration, and garnered among other awards two Classic BRITs. In May 2018 he performed at the televised wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. He is studying full-time at the Royal Academy of Music with Hannah Roberts. A keen chamber musician and the third of seven exceptionally musical children, he performs with his siblings, Isata and Braimah, as the Kanneh-Mason Trio. He plays an Antonius and Hieronymus Amati cello c.1610, on loan from a private collection.


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Kirsty McCahon Australia

Kirsty McCahon is Australia’s leading practitioner of Historical Performance on the double bass and violone. She is the Principal Bass of Pinchgut, Brisbane Baroque, Orchestra of The Antipodes and former Principal Double Bass of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, a position she held for 20 years. Kirsty is a founding member of the Australian World Orchestra and in 2016 performed as a featured soloist in the world premiere of Elena Kats-Chernin’s Concerto for 8 Double Basses, The Witching Hour.

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Diana Doherty Canada/Australia

Internationally recognised Principal Oboe of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Diana has performed as soloist with the New York, Liverpool and Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestras, Ensemble Kanazawa, Japan, all major Australian and New Zealand Symphony Orchestras, the Australian and Melbourne Chamber Orchestras, St. Lawrence String Quartet, Musica Viva, Seymour Group, and at festivals including Four Winds Festival, Prague Spring Festival, Musica Riva Festival in Italy, Bratislava Music Festival, and Davos Festival, Switzerland.

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Lloyd Van’t Hoff Australia

Lauded by Limelight Magazine for his “life-affirming music-making”, Lloyd Van’t Hoff enjoys a career as a vibrant young clarinettist, chamber musician, collaborator and educator. Having been crowned the 2015 ABC Symphony Australia Young Performer of the Year, he regularly performs as a concerto soloist and tutti player with many of Australia’s symphony orchestras, and as a soloist and chamber musician at festivals and venues around Australia and the globe.

Julian Smiles Australia

Julian’s diverse career combining solo, chamber music and orchestral performance reaches national and international audiences. He is cellist of the Goldner String Quartet and Australia Ensemble@UNSW and has appeared as soloist with numerous Australian orchestras and ensembles. In 2018 he was the inaugural Artist in Focus for the Canberra Symphony Orchestra. He is in demand as a teacher and chamber music mentor and holds the position of Senior Lecturer in Cello at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Julian plays a Lorenzo Ventapane cello from 1827.

Adam Walker UK

At the forefront of a new generation of wind soloists, Adam was appointed principal flute of the London Symphony Orchestra in 2009 at the age of 21. He received the Outstanding Young Artist Award at MIDEM Classique in Cannes. In 2010 he won a Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship Award and was shortlisted for the Royal Philharmonic Society Outstanding Young Artist Award. An ambassador for the flute with a ferocious appetite for repertoire, Adam’s interests range from the less well-known French Baroque through to newly commissioned works.

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Mark Gaydon Australia

Mark Gaydon has been principal bassoonist with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and bassoon instructor at the Elder Conservatorium since 2003. He has performed throughout Australia as a chamber musician and in 2005 won the Australian Young Performer of the Year wind, brass and percussion award. When Mark isn’t performing or teaching, he likes to indulge in his great passion for tennis.

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Michael Duke Australia

Born in Melbourne Australia, Dr Michael Duke completed his Bachelor of Music degree with honours at Melbourne University’s Victorian College of the Arts under the instruction of saxophonist Graeme Shilton. He received both Master’s and Doctorate Degrees in Music Performance from Indiana University studying under the tutelage of renowned classical saxophonists Eugene Rousseau, Thomas Walsh, Jean-Yves Fourmeau and Arno Bornkamp.


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Deborah Cheetham AO Australia

Deborah is a Yorta Yorta woman, soprano, composer and educator and has been a leader and pioneer in the Australian arts landscape for more than 25 years. In the 2014 Queen’s Birthday Honours List, Cheetham was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO), for “distinguished service to the performing arts as an opera singer, composer and artistic director, to the development of Indigenous artists, and innovation in performance”. In 2009, Deborah Cheetham AO established Short Black Opera as a national not-for-profit opera company devoted to the development of Indigenous singers.

Carolyn Sampson UK

Carolyn has enjoyed notable successes worldwide in repertoire from early baroque to the present day both on the opera stage and in concert. A consummate recitalist, she regularly performs in all the major recital halls around Europe and the USA. Her extensive discography’s accolades include the recital award, a 2015 Gramophone Awards, a Diapason D’or and a nomination for Artist of the Year in the 2017 Gramophone Awards.

Ian Brunskill Australia

Ian was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His teachers have included Russell Hartenberger and he has studied Ghanaian, Senegalese, classical Indian and Guinean drumming. He was a percussionist in the Band of the Ceremonial Guard, Canadian Armed Forces and has appeared with Riley Lee, Graeme Jennings, Lara St. John, Julian Smiles and Dene Olding. He has worked with composers Ross Edwards, Nigel Westlake and Iain Grandage and recently performed with Dancenorth. He is now based in Townsville where he works as a freelance percussionist and teaches for Education Queensland.

Yumi Kurosawa Japan/US

Born and raised in Japan, Yumi started to study the Koto when she was three. She has been based in New York since 2002. She received first prize at the National Japanese Koto Competition for students in ‘89 and ‘92, and a scholarship from The Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan in ‘98. Her extensive performances in Japan include appearances at Suntory Hall, Tokyo, and on NHK Broadcast TV. Yumi has toured in Canada, Germany, Malaysia, Russia and the USA. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in ‘06. Yumi has also received praise in, The Washington Post among others. She holds a BA in International Relations at Keio University, Tokyo, and also studied at the computer music lab during her attendance.

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William Barton Australia

For two decades, William has forged a peerless profile as a performer and composer in the classical music world, from the Philharmonic Orchestras of London and Berlin to historical events at Westminster Abbey for Commonwealth Day 2019, Anzac Cove, and the Beijing Olympics. His awards include Winner of Best Original Score for a Mainstage Production at the 2018 Sydney Theatre Awards and Winner of Best Classical Album with ARIA for Birdsong At Dusk in 2012. With his prodigious musicality and the quiet conviction of his Kalkadunga heritage he has vastly expanded the horizons of the didgeridoo.

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Radovan Vlatković Croatia/Austria

One of the leading instrumentalists of his generation Radovan has travelled the globe performing extensively as a soloist and popularising the horn as a recording artist. Performing with the best orchestras around the world, Vlatković played many first performances including, the Horn Concerto written for him by Krzysztof Penderecki. His recordings have been awarded renowned prizes. In 2014 Vlatković was awarded an Honorary Membership of the Royal Academy of Music.

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Peter Coleman-Wright AO Australia

Peter has sung throughout the great opera houses of the world including Royal Opera House London, ENO, Metropolitan Opera New York, La Scala, Paris, Venice and Munich in over 75 major roles. He has enjoyed an extensive concert career in many major venues like London South Bank, Wigmore Hall, Châtelet Paris, Aix-en-Provence and throughout Europe with many world orchestras. He was appointed an Officer in the Order of Australia in 2015.

Jessica Duchen UK

London-based author and critic Jessica Duchen specialises in words for, with and about music. She was classical music correspondent for The Independent for 12 years and her output includes biographies of the composers Gabriel Fauré and Erich Korngold, six novels and several librettos, besides narrated concerts that she presents.

Paul Rissmann UK

Described as ‘the Jamie Oliver of animateurs’, Paul’s career includes writing music, talking about music and inspiring others to make and perform their own music. Winner of a British Composer’s Award, Paul is a passionate music educationist whose projects have been acclaimed by the Royal Philharmonic Society and Royal Television Society. His work increasingly brings him to Australia where he was recently appointed Creative Partner of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra.

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Petroc Trelawny UK

Petroc is one of the best-known voices on BBC Radio Three – where he presents the daily Breakfast program. This summer saw his 20th consecutive season introducing BBC Proms on radio and television. He is the regular host of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World and the Vienna Philharmonic New Year’s Day Concert. He is the regular host of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World and the Vienna Philharmonic New Year’s Day Concert. A proud Cornishman, Petroc’s early career includes broadcasting in Hong Kong for the British Forces Broadcasting Service, being part of the launch team for Classic FM and London News Radio, presenting breakfast on BBC Radio Manchester, and working as a presenter for RTE in Ireland.

Glenn Mintern Australia

Queens Gardens Concert Host

Glenn ‘MINTY’ Mintern is a radio announcer for Southern Cross Austereo and presents the afternoon show for Triple M in Townsville. He is also the ground host at the North Queensland Cowboys and has had similar roles with Supercars, Queensland Reds, NQ Fury and GC Suns. He recently became a Community Ambassador with Ronald McDonald House North Australia. He has had a long-term association with AFCM and has hosted many Families’ Concerts and events over the past 18 years.

Anne Milanovic (Germany/Australia)

Families’ Concert Chorus Master

Anne has been Chorus Master for the AFCM Families’ Concert many times over the years and greatly enjoys this rewarding work with children. In 2014 Anne founded the community children’s choir ‘Amadeus Singers’ drawing together the many talented children from across Townsville.

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Samantha Hines Australia

Samantha was born and raised in Sydney where she studied a range of dance styles at Ettingshausens Dynamic Arts. She went on to study full-time contemporary and classic dance at Ev & Bow, Sydney, under the directorship of Sarah Boutler and Lisa Evans. In 2010 her training continued at New Zealand School of Dance and in her final year was contracted by Australian Dance Theatre. While with Australian Dance Theatre, Samantha performed and toured extensively with the company throughout Australia, Europe and Asia. She has since joined Dancenorth as a full-time member.

Mason Kelly Australia

Mason, originally from Geelong, Victoria, attended The Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School in Melbourne where he trained for three years. In 2013 he commenced full-time training as a contemporary major at The New Zealand School of Dance. During his time at NZSD Mason performed in the World of Wearable Arts, directed by Malia Johnston, and NZSD’s choreographic season of ’The Residents’ directed by Victoria Colombus, which toured to Tempo Dance Festival Auckland.

Amber Haines Australia

Amber is currently the Associate Artistic Director of Dancenorth. In 2006 Amber attained her Bachelor of Dance from the Victorian College of the Arts graduating with the Mary Orloff Prize for Most Outstanding Dancer. Since then she has worked with many of Australia’s most acclaimed companies and choreographers including Chunky Move / Gideon Obarzanek, Australian Dance Theatre / Garry Stewart, Lucy Guerin Inc / Lucy Guerin, Stephanie Lake, Tracie Mitchelle and Alisdair Macendoe. She has performed throughout Australia, Europe, United Kingdom, North, South and Central America, Canada, Indonesia and Japan. Amber is a multi-award nominee for the Australian Dance Awards, The Helpmann Awards and Greenroom Awards for Best Dance Performance by a Female.

Dancenorth Australia

As a major champion of the arts in regional North Queensland, Dancenorth balances a dynamic regional presence with a commitment to creating compelling contemporary dance that tours the globe. Led by Artistic Director, Kyle Page (2017 Sidney Myer Creative Fellow), Executive Director Hillary Coyne and Associate Artistic Director Amber Haines, Dancenorth is an integral part of the Australian dance ecology making a significant contribution to the dance sector and building literacy around contemporary dance nationally.


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Nexas Quartet Australia

Formed in 2002 Nexas Quartet are focused on promoting the musical diversity of the saxophone. The quartet has performed at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music in Townsville, Adelaide Cabaret Festival, Melbourne Recital Centre, Sydney Opera House City Recital Hall (Sydney) and at World Saxophone Congresses (Scotland France and Croatia). At the forefront of chamber music, Nexas Quartet are leaders in promoting existing work and creating new repertoire for saxophone quartet.

Members: Michael Duke (Soprano Saxophone), Andrew Smith (Alto Saxophon), Nathan Henshaw (Tenor Saxophone), Jay Byrnes (Baritone Saxophone).

Tinalley String Quartet Australia

Internationally acclaimed for its 'addictive sound' and 'intuitive' music-making, Australia's Tinalley String Quartet has established itself as one of the finest string quartets of its generation. The Quartet has performed throughout Europe, America, Canada and Australia to critical acclaim. Currently Quartet in Residence at The University of Queensland, Tinalley will release its third disc with DECCA Classics in 2020.

Members: Adam Chalabi (1st Violin), Lerida Delbridge (2nd Violin), Justin Williams (Viola), Patrick Murphy (Cello).

Band of the 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment Australia

Comprised of 22 specialist musicians, Townsville’s own Band of the First Battalion (1RAR Band) provides music support to the Australian Army’s 3rd Brigade, other Defence organisations, and the broader community of North Queensland. Covering tasks as diverse as ceremonial activities, Defence charity events, and professional concerts they also work with Forces Entertainment to bring homegrown music to our deployed troops. With almost as many ensemble combinations as musicians, their professionalism and flexibility consistently demonstrate that they are ‘Instrumental in Defence’.

Barrier Reef Orchestra Australia

For 20 years Townsville’s community orchestra has drawn from the diversity of experience in North Queensland to gather gifted and talented musicians together to play orchestral music for the community. Conductors and players from all over Australia and overseas are keen to work with the orchestra and assist its development. In 2018 they partnered with Principal players from the Queensland Symphony and in 2019 AFCM’s founding Artistic Director, Theodore Kuchar, returned to conduct a special program.

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The Gold Plus subscription includes a seat at all 21 concerts in the main program plus four special events – that’s 25 concerts in total. Enjoy all six Concert Conversations, all Sunset and Evening concerts, the Sunday night church concert, Families’ Concert and Winterschool Advanced Masterclass Concert; plus four special events including Palm Island Concert, Cleveland Bay Concert, Future Stars Special and the AFCM After Party on Magnetic Island. Gold Plus subscribers will also enjoy preferred seating, a complimentary program and bag, an invitation to the Opening Night VIP function and a seat at the Exclusive Gold Subscriber event.

Limited numbers available.$1,795 per adult$1,675 for AFCM Friends

GOLD SUBSCRIPTIONThere are 21 concerts in the Gold subscription including all Concert Conversations, Sunset and Evening series concerts, the church concert, the Families’ Concert and the Advanced Masterclass concert*. A Gold subscription offers preferred seating, a complimentary program and bag, an invitation to the Opening Night VIP function and a seat at the Exclusive Gold Subscriber event. The Gold subscription offers the same benefits as Gold Plus but does not include any special events.$1,385 per adult$1,275 for AFCM Friends

5 OR 10 CONCERT PASSSAVE 10%

This is the ideal package if you want flexibility to pick and choose your concerts or you want to spread out your concerts and enjoy some relaxation in between shows. Select any five or 10 concerts from the main Festival program,^ including all the Concert Conversations series, Sunset and Evening Series including Opening Night, Governor’s Gala and Festival Farewell, plus the Sunday night church concert, Families’ Concert and the Winterschool Advanced Concert. Mix and match as you desire PLUS enjoy 10% off the total price.

5 OR 10 Concerts – save 10% off the full Adult or AFCM Friends price.^ Excludes Cleveland Bay Concert, The Palm Island Concert, Future Stars Special, An Afternoon with Petroc Trelawny and the AFCM After Party.

BUS TRANSFERSBoth Gold Plus and Gold subscribers have the option to include bus transfers with their subscription. For an additional $175, subscribers can enjoy bus transfers to and from most concerts included in these packages. Pick up points are always close to the hotels where subscribers are staying. See page 41 for details. Please note: bus transfers are not provided for special events including An Afternoon with Petroc Trelawny, Cleveland Bay Concert, The Palm Island Concert, Future Stars Special, the AFCM After Party or Queens Garden Concert. There are also no bus transfers to the Exclusive Gold Subscriber event.**

**Bus timetable will be available in July 2020 at www.afcm.com.au.

To purchase any of these ticket packages, please complete the booking form enclosed, purchase online at afcm.com.au or call the TicketShop on 1800 44 99 77.

EXCLUSIVE GOLDAND GOLD PLUSSUBSCRIBER EVENT

This special event will see BBC Radio personality Petroc Trelawny chat to Jessica Duchen about her new work Immortal Beloved and the influence of the great man Beethoven. This event will take place on our Beethoven Tribute Day, Thursday 6th August, 2.30pm at The Pavilion, The Ville Resort – Casino.

*Please note: The Gold subscription does not include Cleveland Bay Concert, Palm Island Concert, the Future Stars Special, An Afternoon with Petroc Trelawny or the AFCM After Party. Gold and Gold Plus subscribers who held subscriptions in 2019 will retain the same seating allocation if booked by 21 February 2020.

TUESDAY 04/08

9.00AM

PALM ISLAND CONCERTDEPARTS SEALINK BREAKWATER FERRY TERMINAL

This exceptional day trip to Palm Island will offer an insight into the indigenous community plus showcase some of the Festival’s stellar musicians in an hour-long concert. Departing at 9am for a two-hour fast cat ride to the island, guests will enjoy performances by William Barton, Nexas Quartet, Peter Coleman-Wright, Adam Walker and Radovan Vlatković. Spend some free time strolling the island before returning to the ferry for a late lunch on board and the journey back to Townsville, with a spot of whale watching along the way. Limited tickets available.

9.00am Depart Breakwater Ferry Terminal*

12.00pm Concert

2.00pm Lunch on the Ferry

5.00pm Arrive back at Breakwater Ferry Terminal

Adults $250AFCM Friends $235Price includes morning tea and buffet lunchThis event is included in the GOLD PLUS SUBSCRIPTION but is additional to the GOLD SUBSCRIPTION

3.00PM

AN AFTERNOON WITHPETROC TRELAWNY

FISH INN ROCKPOOL

An exciting new addition to your day-off options, this special event has BBC personality Petroc Trelawny sharing some of his favourite music recordings. Hear Petroc chat with Kathryn Stott about the music that has influenced his life, listen to the pieces and enjoy afternoon tea with a beautiful view overlooking the water.Adults $75AFCM Friends $70Age/Disability Pension $72 This special event is not included in either subscription

FRIDAY 07/08

3.00PM

FUTURE STARS SPECIALTHE PAVILLION - THE VILLE RESORT/CASINO

Petroc Trelawny chats with three extraordinary young musicians at the start of their careers. Coming together for the first time, hear Kevin Chow, Christian Li and Sheku Kanneh-Mason talk about their musical stories so far, how they got started, what motivates them and where they’re headed. Afterwards watch all three perform Hummel’s lively Piano Trio. This is the only event Christian Li performs in at AFCM. Don’t miss it.

Adults $55AFCM Friends $50Age/Disability Pension $52 This event is included in a GOLD PLUS SUBSCRIPTION. It is NOT included in a GOLD SUBSCRIPTION.

SUNDAY 09/08

2.45PM

AFCM AFTER PARTYPEPPERS BLUE ON BLUE ON MAGNETIC ISLAND

The perfect way to round out your time at AFCM is with a glorious day on Magnetic Island. Head over early so you can explore the stunning bays and beaches, take a hike, cuddle a koala or simply sit in a Horseshoe Bay café for a relaxing lunch. Arrive at Peppers Blue on Blue Resort by 2.45pm, find your spot on their seaside deck, soak up the sunshine, mix with other guests and musicians before listening to a fabulous performance by Adam Walker (flute), Lloyd Van’t Hoff (clarinet), Pavel Fischer (violin) and Kathryn Stott (piano). Your ticket includes return ferry transfers, two complimentary drinks at Peppers Blue on Blue Resort, canapes and the performance.Adults $85AFCM Friends $77 Concert only $65This event is included in a GOLD PLUS SUBSCRIPTION. It is NOT included in a GOLD SUBSCRIPTION.

*In the unlikely event of cancellation due to bad weather tickets will be fully refunded.

SATURDAY 01/08

1.00PM

30TH ANNIVERSARYFUNDRAISING LUNCH

BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT

This important fundraising event will be a highlight of the 2020 Festival with special guest Maggie Beer AM in conversation with Petroc Trelawny. In addition, you will be treated to an exclusive performance by famed British royal wedding cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason. Enjoy French champagne on arrival and a two-course lunch featuring local produce and fine wine. Only 75 seats available.Tickets $500 per person (includes a $350 tax deductible donation)To book, call AFCM on 07 4771 4144 or email [email protected] event is not included in your GOLD or GOLD PLUS SUBSCRIPTION

SUNDAY 02/08

11.00AM

CLEVELAND BAY CONCERTTHE PAVILION, THE VILLE RESORT – CASINO

The Cleveland Bay Concert is back and has been reenvisioned in two parts with a sumptuous lunch following performances by our world class musicians. Relax and listen as The Goldner String Quartet, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, James Crabb, Amalia Hall, Tobias Breider, Kevin Chow, Lloyd Van’t Hoff and Lise Berthaud take your breath away, performing Ravel, Mozart, Britten and Von Weber. Adults $150AFCM Friends $140Price includes lunchThis event is included in a GOLD PLUS SUBSCRIPTION. It is NOT included in a GOLD SUBSCRIPTION

3.00PM

QUEENSGARDENS CONCERT FREE EVENT

QUEENS GARDENS

Enjoy a pleasant Sunday afternoon concert in the leafy grounds of Queens Park. Co-presented by Townsville City Council, the Queens Gardens free concert features visiting artists performing alongside local groups including the Barrier Reef Orchestra and 1RAR band. The music will include a movement of Mozart horn concerto and songs performed by Peter Coleman-Wright AO including Mack the Knife and Non più andrai from The Marriage of Figaro. Bring your picnic, a rug, or some chairs and enjoy this entertaining concert in the park. Gates open at 1.30pm.

Gold Plus subscribers have four special events included in their package: Palm Island Concert, Cleveland Bay Concert, Future Stars Special and AFCM After Party.

Gold subscribers do not have any special events included in their package.


SPECIALEVENTS

Winterschool Strings Festival Farewell 2019

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SUPPORTINGTHE FESTIVAL

Every detail involved in presenting the AFCM takes months, years and - for the performers - a lifetime of preparation. The AFCM relies on donations from generous and understanding individuals to present an internationally recognised program brought to life by some of the world’s finest musicians. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible and every contribution is gratefully received, from our volunteer help to our major donors. Here are some ways you can help us reach those stellar heights, you’ll be in very talented company:

• Become an AFCM Friend enjoy great benefits like priority booking and discounts https://www.afcm.com.au/support/become-a-festival-friend/

• Make a Donation they ALL count afcm.com.au/support/donations/

• Support an Artist afcm.com.au/support/artist-support/

• Leave a Legacy consider including the Festival in your Will so that music may bring pleasure or peace to others in the future afcm.com.au/support/bequests/

*The Australian Festival of Chamber Music Donations Fund is listed on the Register of Cultural Organisations maintained under subdivision 30-B of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. The AFCM Donations Fund charitable status is Deductible Gift Recipient 1 (DGR1). DONATIONS OF $2 OR MORE ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.

This year you can join us for a very special 30th Anniversary Fundraising Lunch.

This important fundraising event will be a highlight with special guest Maggie Beer AM in conversation with Petroc Trelawny, BBC Radio 3 presenter and music of course! Music of course! An exclusive performance by UK cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason who performed at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

SATURDAY 1 AUGUST1.00PM

30TH ANNIVERSARYFUNDRAISING LUNCH

BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT TOWNSVILLE

Tickets $500 per person (includes a $350 tax deductible donation)Only 75 tickets available.To book see p. 5 or call AFCM on 07 4771 4144 or email [email protected]

We thank all those who have supported us in the past, are supporting us now, and who will help see us into the future.

Contact Philanthropy Manager [email protected] or 07 4771 4144 who will be happy to help you find your best fit.

Townsville & Magnetic IslandTownsville boasts more than 320 days of sunshine a year and offers visitors a wonderful mix of attractions including rainforests, reefs, sandy beaches and islands packed with interesting flora and fauna and wonderful walking tracks. Situated right on the coast, Townsville offers clear blue skies, gentle tropical breezes and an average winter temperature of 24°C.

Magnetic Island is a pleasant 20-minute ferry ride from Townsville and a must-see during your visit with endless walking tracks, bays and beaches, fringing reefs perfect for snorkelling and a friendly community atmosphere.

Several historical outback towns are in close proximity to Townsville and worth a visit too. Head inland to the gold mining towns of Charters Towers and Ravenswood or north to Ingham with its rich Italian heritage.

For more information please refer to afcm.com.au or townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au

Holiday PackagesIf you’re looking for a relaxing mix of music and rest, then a Festival holiday package is the perfect solution. Everything is booked for you including accommodation and concerts, all you have to decide on is your preferred package. Have everything booked for you with a Festival Holiday Package. There are three packages to choose from, and four participating hotels. You will enjoy reserved seating and discounted pricing, plus you can add more concerts and extra nights. What’s more, everything can be booked in the one place, including airfares, car hire, day tours and more. Contact the Australian Holiday Centre on 1300 799 342 or visit afcm.com.au/packages for more information.

Travel & AccommodationTownsville enjoys direct flights from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Darwin. The city centre is just 10 minutes from the airport, serviced by bus and taxi. Townsville offers a wide choice of accommodation from 4-star hotels to self-catering apartments, caravan parks and budget accommodation.

TRAVEL ANDACCOMMODATION

Townsville is a popular winter destination offering endless sunshine, stunning coastline and warm weather. July and August are peak holiday months so book your accommodation early to avoid disappointment.

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Choose from three exclusive packages with the option to add extra nights and additional concerts.


ACCOMMODATIONPARTNERS

Select from our four hotel partners each offering quality accommodation in ideal Townsville locations:

The VilleThe Ville is a multi-award-winning property boasting exceptional quality accommodation from Deluxe Rooms to Executive Suites. Located on the Townsville Breakwater with views over the CBD, marina and seaward to Magnetic Island, The Ville offers a number of premier restaurants and bars, a range of guest services and facilities and a stunning lagoon pool. The Ville is just a few minutes’ walk from The Strand and the ferry terminal.

Grand Chancellor TownsvilleSituated in the heart of the city, the 4-star Hotel Grand Chancellor, fondly known as the ‘Sugar Shaker’, offers premium service and quality accommodation. Being Townsville’s tallest building, the hotel offers stunning views across the city, Castle Hill and towards Magnetic Island from its contemporary guest rooms and rooftop pool.

Rydges Southbank TownsvilleSituated in the vibrant Palmer Street precinct, Rydges Southbank offers the perfect location for your Festival stay. All hotel rooms feature the signature Rydges dream beds and free Wi-Fi in addition to modern amenities to make you feel comfortable throughout your stay. Rydges is a luxurious yet affordable hotel with facilities including a resort style pool and free onsite parking.

Park Regis AnchorageNestled in Townsville’s cosmopolitan Palmer Street dining precinct, the hotel is a short stroll to restaurants, cafes, bars, nightlife and attractions. At Park Regis Anchorage, enjoy the comfort of the spacious hotel in a studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment with air-conditioning, modern interiors, designer bedding, LCD TV and complimentary Wi-Fi (conditions apply). There is also an on-site restaurant, a BBQ area and two swimming pools.

Visit afcm.com.au/packages for more information.

THE VILLERESORT SPECIALACCOMMODATION

For AFCM guests staying a minimum of nine nights, The Ville Resort & Casino is offering a special rate for all room types, from Deluxe Hotel rooms through to Executive Suites. Rates start from $195 per night for two people including full buffet breakfast. To book, contact The Ville directly on (07) 4722 2333, or via email: [email protected] and quote “Gold AFCM Package”.

OPENING WEEKENDEXTRAVAGANZA

This popular package takes in the excitement of Opening Weekend with perhaps the three most popular concerts of the Festival.

James Cook University Opening Night – Parade Friday 31 July, 7.30pm

Concert Conversations 1 with Kathryn Stott Saturday 01 August, 10.00am

Governor’s Gala – Ode to Joy Saturday 01 August, 7.30pmPriced from $456 per person twin shareor $434 for AFCM Members

CLOSING WEEKENDINDULGENCE

The final weekend of the Festival is always exhilarating with a hugely entertaining Farewell Concert.

Evening Series – Wild Spirit Friday 07 August, 7.30pm

Concert Conversations 6 with Kathryn Stott Saturday 08 August, 10.00am

Festival Farewell – Celebration Saturday 08 August, 7.30pmPriced from $440 per person twin shareor $419 for AFCM Members

SUNSET SPECTACULARThis mid-week package offers three one-hour sunset concerts over three consecutive days.

Ray Golding Sunset Series – Brilliant Baroque Wednesday 05 August, 5.00pm

Ray Golding Sunset Series – Immortal Beloved Thursday 06 August, 5.00pm

Ray Golding Sunset Series – Magical Stories

Friday 07 August, 5.00pmPriced from $380 per person twin shareor $365 for AFCM Members

HOLIDAYPACKAGES

A Festival holiday package includes three nights’ accommodation and tickets to three Festival concerts. It delivers the perfect combination of music and relaxation, with everything booked for you.Call The Australian Holiday Centre on 1300 799 342 to book your package today. Their friendly team can book everything for you, including flights, extra nights, day tours and more. It’s your one stop shop!

EXTRA CONCERTSWith more than 30 concerts and special events on offer, why not stay longer and add more concerts to your itinerary? There are some concerts that fit perfectly with the holiday packages, including Concert Conversations, the Island Concert and more. Seats have been exclusively reserved at these concerts for holiday package clients. Find out more when you call the Australian Holiday Centre or view details online at afcm.com.au/packages.


PRE AND POST-FESTIVALTOURING

There is so much to see in North Queensland so why not stay a little longer and explore more of this magnificent region?Festival sponsors Travel Associates Townsville and SeaLink Queensland have some wonderful options to tempt you. For more information visit afcm.com.au/touring

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SAVE 10%* ON OUR BEST AVAILABLE RATE FOR YOUR NEXT STAY

*This offer is valid until 31st December 2020 (blackout dates apply) and subject to availability. Offer cannot be combined. Rooms are subject to availability. Quote the promo code ‘CACM’

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MAGNETIC ISLAND2 OR 3 NIGHT STAYS

Two Night Island Discovery package

Escape and unwind on secluded palm-fringed beaches, explore the rugged walking trails and spectacular lookouts, or enjoy a weekend of adventure and water sports – put it all together, and you’ve found Magnetic Island. Love animals? The Island is a haven for adorable rock wallabies and it’s also home to northern Australia’s largest colony of wild koalas. Experience the relaxing paradise of Magnetic Island with your very own hire care for two days, enjoying two nights accommodation in your choice of property and return ferry travel.Priced from $252 per person twin shareTo book: call SeaLink on 1300 MAGGIE (1300 624 443) or visit sealinkqld.com.au for more information.

HIDDEN VALLEY &HIGHLAND SAFARI

11 - 14 August

3-night coach tour

This magical four-day, three-night’ tour showcases the region’s beautiful rainforests and waterfalls. Stay 3 nights at Hidden Valley Cabins, an award winning eco resort on the banks of the Running River. Each day explore a different area with your local guide in a fully airconditioned coach. Take in the Paluma Range National Park, Wallaman Falls, the Southern Hemisphere’s highest sheer drop waterfall and the township of Ingham known affectionately as “Little Italy”. There is also time to relax in the beautiful surrounds of Hidden Valley, take a walk through the grounds and along the river, perhaps even spotting the elusive platypus! The tour begins with a guided city sights tour of Townsville.Priced from $775 per person.Includes all transfers, all meals each day (except for first and last day) and 3 nights twin-share accommodation.

To book call Travel Associates Townsville on 07 4722 5055.

For more information call Travel Associates Townsville on 07 4722 5055, visit afcm.com.au or email [email protected]

Note: There is also a two-night self-drive option for Hidden Valley departing daily. Find out more at afcm.com.au/touring


LUNCH OR SUNSET CRUISEExplore the crystal-clear waters of Cleveland Bay with Pilgrim Sailing on their beautiful 58-foot sailing yacht. Choose the lunchtime cruise or the sunset cruise, both take you around Magnetic Island and both provide exceptional hospitality in a relaxed and friendly setting. The yacht is large, stable and comfortable with no more than 12 guests on board. PLUS as an AFCM guest, take 10% off by quoting AFCM20.

Lunchtime Cruise Jump on board with only a few other guests for a sail to one of the beautiful bays of Magnetic Island. Explore the beach, have a swim or simply relax on board before enjoying a delicious BBQ & local seafood lunch served with wine, beer and soft drinks.Duration: 4 hours. Departs Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay at 11.15am and returns around 3.15 pm.$179 per person.

Sip & Sail Sunset CruiseSip Australian organic wine and local beer accompanied by a selection of delicious cheeses while watching the sun set over Magnetic Island on this very memorable sunset cruise. Duration: 90 minutes. Departs Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay at 4.30pm and returns around 6pm.$109 per person.There is also an option to add dinner at Peppers Blue on Blue to this cruise option.To book: visit pilgrimsailing.com.au or call 0424 296 406

TOWNSVILLE RIVER TOMOUNTAIN TOUR

Discover the hidden secrets of Townsville that most visitors never see. View the university and hospital, enjoy a walk around the Riverway precinct and hear stories about the early explorers of the region. Enjoy morning tea at the Heritage Tea rooms, the oldest building of its type in North Queensland, and experience the spectacular views from Thorntons Gap at the top of the mountain range. Departs daily at 8.30am, returns at 1.00pmCost: $95 per person includes morning teaThere is also an option to extend to a full day tour that includes visiting some of Townsville’s scenic sights and learning more about the city’s history. $150 includes lunchTo book: call Travel Associates Townsville on 07 4772 5055

TROPICAL RAINFOREST &WATERFALLS TOUR

This magical tour takes you to the beautiful and scenic Mount Spec National Park, a world heritage area with picturesque waterfalls cascading into crystal clear pools, scenic views out to the Pacific Ocean, beaches, farmland and tropical palm islands. Your first stop is Balgal Beach to enjoy morning tea, before we drive along the twisting Mount Spec Road carved through the rainforest to Little Crystal Creek; lunch follows at Crawford’s Lookout before continuing on to Paluma, a tropical village in the rainforest with closed canopies, ferns, and spectacular bird life where we enjoy a guided rainforest walk. On the return journey we stop at The Frosty Mango where you can delight in homemade ice-cream made with exotic fruits straight from the farm.Tuesday 4 August, departs Townsville at 8.30am and returns at 5.00pmCost: $155 per person includes transfers, morning tea, lunch and national park entry fee.To book: call Detours on 07 4728 5311Note: Tour requires minimum of 12 passengers to proceed.

A DAY ON MAGNETIC ISLAND Magnetic Island is a fabulous way to spend your day off, or the ideal place to stay once the Festival concludes. Explore the natural beauty of the island on foot with its many walking tracks, drive around the island in a topless car visiting the various bays or relax with an organised day tour.A return ferry ticket with SeaLink costs $34 for adultsor $17 for concession. To book: call SeaLink on 1300 MAGGIE (1300 624 443) or visit sealinkqld.com.au

DAY OFFDISCOVERIES

Tuesday 4th August is a rest day for Festival artists, and an opportunity for you to explore the diverse surrounds of Townsville. There’s plenty of choice including the following options:

ADDITIONAL DAY TOURS See the AFCM website or contact Festival Travel partner, Travel Associates Townsville, for details of additional tours operating during the Festival including an Outback Adventure Tour to Ravenswood on Saturday 1st August and a Hinchinbrook Nature Tour to Wallaman Falls on Saturday 8th August.

Travel Associates Townsville 07 4772 5055

TASTE OF ARTTaste of Art is a culinary art adventure hosted by Umbrella Studio and comprising of a 3-couse alfresco progressive dinner (catered by A Touch of Salt) along with entertainment and a guided night-time street art tour.Tickets $175. 6.00pm. Spaces are limited. Visit umbrella.org.au/tasteofart2020


AFCM Friends Priority Booking PeriodFriends may book during the exclusive priority booking period which commences 10am 2 December 2019 and concludes 21 February 2020. Only current AFCM 2020 Friends can purchase during this time.

General PublicBookings for the 2020 Festival will be open to the general public from 10am AEDT 26 February 2020.

Under 30 for $30If you are under 30 you can purchase tickets for yourself for just $30.

Concession Card HoldersThe AFCM offers concession ticket prices to aged or disability pension card holders (seniors’ card not accepted). In order to claim the concession ticket price please quote your aged or disability pension card number on the 2020 Booking Form or when booking online. If you have any enquiries, please contact the TicketShop on 07 4727 9797 or 1800 44 99 77.

Companion Card HoldersThe AFCM is a participant in the Companion Card Program for people who require their carer to be present when attending a performance. A carer is entitled to a free ticket when accompanying a paying Companion Card holder. *excluding special events

Terms and ConditionsTransaction fees apply. All sales are final. Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged after purchase. AFCM reserves the right to make changes without notice.

FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS

Please refer to the FAQ section of our website for a range of information including food available at concerts, the length of concerts and how to purchase programs.

FUTUREFESTIVAL DATES

30 July – 8 August 2021

To book tickets call TicketShop on 1800 44 99 77, purchase online at afcm.com.au or complete the booking form in the middle of this book. For detailed information please refer to our website www.afcm.com.auAFCM Friends may book during the exclusive priority booking period from 02 December 2019 to 21 February 2020.

FESTIVAL VENUESThe Festival’s concert venues are centrally located. Please refer to the Townsville map located on page 41 of this booklet.

Townsville Civic Theatre41 Boundary Street, South Townsville

The Ville Resort - CasinoSir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville

Queens GardensPaxton Street, North Ward (bounded by Gregory Street and Kennedy Lane)

Palm Island CruiseDeparting from SeaLink Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive.

Magnetic IslandDeparting from SeaLink Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive. Approximately 25-minute ferry ride from Townsville

St James’ Cathedral155 Denham Street, North Ward

Fish Inn Rockpool54 Howitt Street, Townsville

For information on taxis & hire cars plus Townsville City council’s bus service please refer to afcm.com.au/FAQ

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Cleveland Bay Concert 2019

A performance based festival featuring international guest artists alongside leading New Zealand artists and composers. 10 days of exciting and different chamber music works, many made possible by the unique musical collaborations created during the festival. Combine world-class music, beautiful venues and summer sunshine in Nelson - famous for its boutique vineyards, seafood, wild places and relaxed lifestyle - and just a short flight away. Find out more at music.org.nz

CONTACT US FOR PRICING, RESERVE YOUR STATEROOM NOW! TOLL FREE: 1800 428 105 EMAIL: [email protected]

13-20 OCTOBER 2020

7 NIGHT CRUISE ABOARD SERENADE OF THE SEAS DEPARTING SYDNEY Visiting Noumea & Isle of Pines

Plus many more – Over 45 performers onboard!

Ruthie Henshall (UK)

Anthony Warlow(AM)

Teddy Tahu Rhodes • Peter Coleman-Wright (AO)

Cheryl Barker (AO) • David Hobson • Mirusia

with special guest Amanda Lea LaVergne

Every Opportunity.TOWNSVILLE GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Townsville Grammar

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Proud sponsor of The Tinalley Quartet 30th Anniversary AFCM 2020

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On the very day this thirtieth anniversary booking brochure was printed in Townsville, Rollo Crittenden was at the annual trophy presentation dinner in Fort Worth Texas to receive the 2020 BRIT award, illustrated here, on behalf of Crittenden Family Wines, at Dromana on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.

Each year the Botanical Research Institute of Texas [BRIT] in conjunction with the Paris based FIVS, a consortium of industry leaders with a commitment to sustainable grape growing, choose the wine company they consider has made the most significant contribution to sustainability in the global wine industry. This year the winner is our small family owned and second generation managed winery and vineyard. Annual entries for the award are received from all corners of the globe with runners up this year coming from Portugal, France, California and Chile. It is a very rewarding and humbling accolade to be chosen from such a stellar line up of entries.

In particular the judges singled out Crittenden Estate for its radical and innovative vineyard management program which has included, over the past twelve years, the total abandonment of all artificial chemical fertilizers and pesticide and fungicide sprays in favour of the use of the equivalent of fifty tip truck loads of compost generated on the family farm from grape residues from vintage and spread back into the vineyard after a year of fermentation. They also praised the reduction in electricity consumption by 60% achieved with the installation of solar panels and the extensive use of recycled water for irrigation plus the family’s interaction with the wider community to promote awareness of the importance of regenerative farming practices.

The FutureAnd now the Crittenden Family commences what it hopes will prove to be yet another innovative, on-going and rewarding relationship with the Australian Festival of Chamber Music. We look forward to meeting the legion of music lovers who come along to Townsville each winter to enjoy what has become a must attend in the Australian music calendar and share with them the fruits of our labour for their pleasure at selected AFCM events.Garry Crittenden DromanaJanuary 2020

Trophy awarded by BRIT/FIVS to Crittenden Estate for it’s global contribution to sustainable wine growing.

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Front Cover: Kathryn Stott and the Goldner String Quartet , Festival Farewell Concert 2019. Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island

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ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, KATHRYN STOTT...our beloved Goldner String Quartet and their 25th anniversary with a performance of Goldner Variations which I know right now will be a highlight