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IT IS A PLEASURE to welcome you tothe third annual Newcastle MusicFestival, which will feature more than

350 performers in 28 events. 2018 willsee a number of innovations in thefestival, including our first performers-in-residence (Sydney’s outstandingOmega Ensemble), and Music on a Plate– a lunchtime fusion of food withcontemporary and world music at iconicNewcastle cafes.

The Newcastle Music Festival has alwaysenjoyed a great relationship withumbrella organisations, and this year weare particularly delighted to welcometwo high-profile organisations – MusicaViva and Opera Australia (in partnershipwith the Newcastle Civic Theatre) –bringing the brilliance of violinist RayChen and the passion of Puccini’sMadame Butterfly to Newcastleaudiences.

Other outstanding guests will includepianists Tamara-Anna Cislowska andSimon Tedeschi, vocalists ElenaXanthoudakis, Michael Lampard, BradCooper and Sharny Russell, guitarists

Andrew Blanch and Ariel Nurhadi, andthe Australian Haydn Ensemble. Thefestival will again celebrate our finestlocal artists, including Sally Walker(flute), Peter Guy (organ), DeborahHumble, Christopher Allan and SueCarson (vocalists), Andrew Chubb(composer) and Scottish fiddle andpiano duo Chris Duncan and CatherineStrutt.

Contemporary music will feature in anumber of festival concerts – FlightHawk and imbi the girl appear inassociation with Lo-Fi, and the Music ona Plate series will feature BeriasMasseque and Vanishing Shapes.

An integral part of the festival has beenthe opportunity for communityinvolvement, and the Festival Choir andFestival Orchestra will again behighlights of the 2018 festival – thelatter joining Newcastle’s Christ ChurchCamerata in the Festival Finale.

We look forward to seeing you inAugust – don’t forget to bring a friend!

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P R O G R A M1. Twilight Musical Dialogues: Smoke, Glass

and Mirrors – Musical Subterfuge

7PM, FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 (WINE TASTING FROM 6PM)Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchSally Walker (flute), Aiko Goto (violin), Simon Tedeschi (piano)Twilight Musical Dialogues Musical Luminati series’ thirdconcert, Smoke, Glass and Mirrors, Musical Subterfugeexplores messages hidden in music by Shostakovich, Arvo Pårt, Ibert, PhilipGlass and Andrew Chubb. We are delighted to welcome a splendid line up ofperformers: celebrated flautist Sally Walker, acclaimed pianist Simon Tedeschiand brilliant violinist Aiko Goto (Australian Chamber Orchestra).$45 (Adults), $25 (Concession – Senior and Students)Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=318315More information: www.twilightmusicaldialogues.com

2. Painting the Song

2.30PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 4University Gallery, University of Newcastle,Callaghan CampusPeter Guy (piano), members of the Christ ChurchCamerata, Colin Spiers (conductor), Matt Dickson and Deborah Sims (curators)Following on from the success of last year’s collaboration between theUniversity Gallery and the Newcastle Music Festival, art and music cometogether as Colin Spiers’ new work, Concertino for Piano and Strings, ispremiered during the opening of an innovative exhibition, exploring thenotion that art is music in two dimensions, curated by Matt Dickson andDeborah Sims. Admission free

3. Lo-Fi @ The Dungeon

Brought to you by The Y Project and Adamstown Arts7.00 PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 4The Dungeon at Adamstown Uniting ChurchFeaturing “imbi the girl”and other talentedlocal bands.$20 entry$15 concession / studentsPay at the door, or online at TryBooking.

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THIS YEAR the Newcastle Music Festival is bigger than ever, with a widevariety of musical styles and performers – from classical to contemporary,

from chamber music to opera, and from folk music to jazz. We are immenselygrateful to our many sponsors and supporters, led by Prime 7, and to a numberof superb umbrella organisations, whose partnerships enable us to offer a feastof fine music.

Some exciting innovations in this year’s festival include:

Music on a Plate. Do lunch at the festival, in two events that bring togethergreat contemporary music (Berias Masseque, Vanishing Shapes) and superb foodat iconic cafes – The Umbrian and Momo Wholefood.

Ensemble-in-residence. The Omega Ensemble. Directed by clarinettist DavidRowden, the Omega Ensemble is a leader in the Australian music scene, andmembers of the ensemble will appear in four festival events.

The Art of Fugue. One of Bach’s greatest works, The Art of Fugue demonstrateshis skill and creativity in the most sublime way, and this masterpiece will wend itsway through the festival.

Music and Magic at MRAG. For the first time, the Festival ventures to Maitland,with a concert of jazz and cabaret in the exquisite setting of the MaitlandRegional Art Gallery.

Ticket information can be found on Page 21, and tickets for all events can bepurchased via the festival website.

Save $$ with a Festival Pass! A Festival Pass allows you to attend four concertsfor the price of five. For more information see marked events in this guide andon our website.

More information about all events can be found on the website:

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4. Sharny Russell Jazz Quartet – special guest Andy Firth

2.30PM, SUNDAY, AUGUST 5Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchSharny Russell (vocals), Andy Firth (reeds), Brett Hirst (bass), Nic Cecire (drums)Cool jazz concert featuring the stunning chanteuse Sharny Russell,performed in the superb acoustics of Adamstown Uniting Church.Associate Artists: Andy Firth (reeds), Brett Hirst (bass), Nic Cecire (drums), .$35 (Adult), $25 (Concession/Student), $80 (Family - 2A + 2C), $10 (Child)

5. “Secrets - Music & Magic at MRAG”

6.00 PM – 7.00 PM, SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 (refreshments served from 5.30pm)Maitland Regional Art GallerySusan Carson (vocals), Terence Koo (piano)The Newcastle Music Festival is very pleased to offer, for the first time, aconcert in the wonderful setting of Maitland Regional Art Gallery. Featuringthe amazing duo of Susan Carson and Terence Koo, enjoy cabaret and jazzclassics, chosen in response to the vibrant exhibition of works by renownedAustralian painter Wendy Sharpe. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine fromTyrrells Wines and refreshments on arrival with an introduction to WendySharpe’s current exhibition “Secrets”.Adults: $25MRAG Members price*$20Student price - $10* MRAG Members must present Membership Card on arrival

• Only 100 tickets available for this very special event

6. From the Highlands – ChrisDuncan and Catherine Strutt in concert

7.30PM, MONDAY, AUGUST 6Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchChris Duncan (violin), Catherine Strutt (piano)Join this Aria-Award winning duo for a night ofScottish brilliance – Chris Duncan and CatherineStrutt have built an impressive internationalreputation for their outstanding playing andinnovative arrangements of Scottish fiddle music.

The appearance of Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt in the Festival issupported by Waterford Accountants + Financial Services

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7. Mostly Mozart – Newcastle Youth Orchestra

7.30PM, TUESDAY, AUGUST 7Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumNewcastle Youth Orchestra, with special guests Simone Easthope (soprano)and Benjamin Moser (piano), Ian Cook (conductor).NYO joins international artists Simone Easthope and BenjaminMoser in a program of well-known works by Mozart includingthe Piano Concerto No 23 and the motet Exultate Jubilate.Works by Mendelssohn bookend this wonderful concert of all-time favourites. Tickets: $30, $20 concession

8. Lady Be Good

7.30PM, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchHeather Price (vocals), Dungeon Big Band, Rod Barnes (director)80 years have passed since GeorgeGershwin’s untimely death, and theDungeon Big Band celebrates hisextraordinary musical legacy with StrikeUp The Band, Fascinatin’ Rhythm, OurLove is Here to Stay…and many others,including Ella Fitzgerald’s amazingversion of Oh, Lady, Be Good!$35 (Adult), $25 (Concession), $80(Family – 2A, 2C)

9. Ray Chen and Julien Quentin presented in association with Musica Viva Australia

7.30PM, THURSDAY, AUGUST 9Harold Lobb Concert Hall, NewcastleConservatoriumPre-concert talk, 6.45pm, by David BanneyRay Chen (violin) & Julien Quentin (piano)‘Ray Chen can do pretty much anything he wants onthe violin’ (Washington Post). The Newcastle MusicFestival is delighted to partner with Musica VivaAustralia in presenting one of the greatest violinistsof his generation, Ray Chen, joined by his regularrecital partner, acclaimed French pianist JulienQuentin.Tickets from $67 viawww.musicaviva.com.au/raychen

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10. Piano Masterclass with Julien Quentin presented in association with Musica Viva

10.30AM - 12.00 NOON, FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumObserve three talented, local musicians being mentored by pianist, JulienQuentin. Enjoy unique perspectives on interpretation, technique andperformance.The Musica Viva Masterclass program is supported by principal patronsStephen Johns & Michele Bender, Wesfarmers Arts (WA) and Mary TurnerOAM (Newcastle).

$20 Adults, $5 Music Teachers and Music StudentsMore information: www.musicaviva.com.au/masterclasses

11. Elena Xanthoudakis in Concert7.30PM, FRIDAY, AUGUST 10Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumElena Xanthoudakis (soprano), Omega Ensemble members: David Rowden(clarinet), Maria Raspopova (piano). Stunning bel canto soprano ElenaXanthoudakis is joined by David Rowden and Maria Raspopova from theacclaimed Omega Ensemble in a program of works by Spohr, Mendelssohn,Poulenc, Bellini and including Schubert’s Shepherd on the Rock.35/25/80

12. Music Teachers’ Association of NSW Piano Scholarships

10AM-1PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 11Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumThe Newcastle Music Festival is proud to join theMusic Teachers’ Association of NSW in presenting twocompetitions for young pianists to award the NanPrice Memorial Scholarship and the Joyce BlewittAward. This year’s adjudicator is the wonderful pianistof the Omega Ensemble, Maria Raspopova. Free admissionMore information: https://www.musicnsw.com.au/about/newcastle-branch/To enter the competition: https://www.musicnsw.com.au/events/mta-nsw-piano-scholarships-sponsored-newcastle-branch(sponsored by Music Teachers’ Association of NSW Newcastle Branch)

13. Music on a plate #1 – Berias Masseque at the Umbrian

12.00PM FOR 12.30 START, SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 The Umbrian café The Music on a Plate series brings food andmusic together in iconic Newcastle venues.Extraordinary African singer-songwriterBerias Masseque and a sumptious two-course Italian lunch. (BYO alcohol)Sponsored by Revitalising Newcastle

$40 per head (includes food and music – BYO alcohol)

14. Songs from the Front

2.30PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 11Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle Conservatorium

Christopher Allan (baritone), Erin Sweetman(piano), Heather Price (soprano)In this unique event popular songs from thetime of the Great War mingle with stories ofNovocastrian soldiers who fought for theircountry. Thanks to the research of historianBronwyn Law, the music comes from acollection of sheet music brought homefrom the war interspersed with stories ofNovocastrians from home and the front. This concert is sponsored by TAFE NSW

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18. Jazz Up Late

9.00PM, MONDAY, AUGUST 13Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting Church

Elena Andrews (vocals), Terence Koo TrioWith a flair for jazz standards and colourful, expressive, versatilevocals, Elena Andrews is making a name for herself in the UK. Shejoins the fabulous Terence Koo Trio in this late night performance ofstandards and jazz classics.This concert is sponsored by Lexus of Newcastle

35/25/80

19. Madame Butterfly

Presented by Civic Theatre Newcastle and Opera Australia,

with the support of Newcastle Music Festival.

7.30PM, TUESDAY, AUGUST 14Civic Theatre, NewcastleOpera Australia soloists and orchestra, Hunter Trebles, Conductor – Warwick Stengards, Director – John Bell, Set and CostumeDesign – Jenny Tate, Set and costumes realised by Julie Lynch, Lightingdesign – Matt Scott, Choreography – Sachiko Tange

Madame Butterfly is a love story thatreaches across cultures, across oceans,across timePuccini’s popular opera inspired themusical Miss Saigon. It is filled withgorgeous music, from the lovers’ firstrapturous embrace to the intense finale. Itfeatures the famous aria One Fine Day andthe Humming Chorus, along with Japaneseand American musical themes. One of Australia’s greatest theatrical minds,John Bell, directs this English-languageproduction, complete with beautifulcostumes and sets.Hear Opera Australia’s wonderful singersperform with a chamber orchestra, alongwith a children’s chorus, drawn from ourlocal community. Performed in English.

$58 (Adults), $48 (Subscriber), $50 (Concession/Group of 6+), $35 (Youth: 15-21), $160 (Family: 2A + 2C)

15. Unsent Love Letters: Tamara-Anna Cislowska in Concert

7.30PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 11Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumTamara-Anna Cislowska (piano)Tamara-Anna Cislowska is one of Australia’s most successful and best-loved musicians, a one-time winner and seven-time nominee inAustralia’s ARIA-Awards, and a recording artist for labels includingDeutsche Grammophon, ABC Classics and Naxos. Her program includesworks by Bach/Busoni, Chopin/Liszt, Brahms, Satie and includes Elena Kats-Chernin’s Unsent Love Letters.35/25/80

16. Festival Choir in Concert

2.30PM, SUNDAY, AUGUST 12Christ Church CathedralSoloists: Elena Xanthoudakis (soprano),Christopher Allan (baritone), Brad Cooper (tenor)Newcastle University Choir, Christ ChurchCathedral Choir, Hunter Singers, Waratah GirlsChoir, Waratah Ensemble, Festival Choir, Echology,Christ Church Camerata, Newcastle Strings.Kim Sutherland and Philip Matthias (conductors) After the success of last year’s inauguralperformance, the Festival Choir returns, this yearperforming two major works from the choralrepertoire – Britten’s rich St Nicolas and Faure’ssublime Requiem.This concert is sponsored by Hip Pocket CorporateWorkwear

35/25/80

17. Brad Cooper Sings Kabarett

7.00PM, MONDAY, AUGUST 13Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchBrad Cooper (tenor vocals), Michael Curtain (piano) Take a journey back in time and let Brad’s gorgeous voice and dynamic stagepresence infuse your senses with the seductive atmosphere of a stunningBerlin ‘Kabarett’ Club. From the Wartime hits of Coward & Novello, the hilarity of the ComedianHarmonists, via the tumult of Berlin, through Vienna’s Golden Age, to theirreverence of today, KABARETT! is a celebration of wild electric decadenceand dangerously dark humour. The appearance of Brad Cooper and Michael Curtain in the Festival issupported by Dr Bruce Caldwell.

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20. Bach and Friends

12.30PM, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15,Christ Church Cathedral (food available forpurchase from 12 noon)Peter Guy (organ)The colours of Christ Church Cathedral’s organcome to life in this program that includes themusic of Bach and Vivaldi, and closes with Liszt’sfull-throttle extravaganza in homage to Bach.Along the way, we continue our journey throughBach’s masterpiece The Art of Fugue.The appearance of Peter Guy in the Festival ismade possible by the assistance of the HunterDistrict Organ Music Society.

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21. 468 Live

7.30pm, Wednesday, August 15Facebook Live Stream – search on facebook for ‘Newcastle Conservatorium’.Civic String QuartetThe Conservatorium Civic String Quartet will collaboratewith one of Australia’s finest DJs in an innovative live-stream performance.For more information – please visit the NewcastleConservatorium Facebook Page:

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22. Beyond Time

7.30PM, THURSDAY, AUGUST 16Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle Conservatorium

Omega Ensemble: Véronique Serret (violin), David Rowden(clarinet), Paul Stender (cello), Maria Raspopova (piano)Composed in 1941 whilst Messiaen was a prisoner-of-war,the Quartet for the End of Time is a musical expression ofhope and mysticism. Evocative music of JS Bach(including from The Art of Fugue) and David Banney setthe mood in this concert by Festival Artists-in-Residence,the highly acclaimed Omega Ensemble.This concert is sponsored by Lexus of Newcastle

35/25/80

23. Music on a plate #2 – Vanishing Shapes at MomoWholefood

AUGUST 17, 12.00PM FOR 12.30 STARTMomo Wholefood caféThe Music on a Plate series brings food and music together in iconicNewcastle venues. In this concert, innovative folk music from one ofNewcastle’s most popular bands is fused with an Indian vegetarian feastincluding a thali plate and dessert. Alcohol available for purchase.

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24. Schubert Songs

7.00PM, FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle Conservatorium

David Greco (baritone)Australian Haydn EnsembleAustralia Haydn Ensemble presents this concert inassociation with Newcastle Music Festival. Schubert’slieder are powerful and sublime. Joined by brilliantbaritone David Greco, the Ensemble brings you astunning selection of Schubert’s most-loved songs innewly commissioned chamber arrangements for stringquintet and baritone, interwoven with a selection ofSoiree movements from French composer Felicien David’sLes Quatre Saisons, a series of moving yet almost entirelyunknown pieces for string quintet with double bass.

$60 (Adult), $50 (Senior Concession), $35 (Under 30), $25 (Student)

25. Deborah Humble Masterclass

10 AM–12 NOON, SATURDAY AUGUST 18Adamstown Arts at Adamstown Uniting ChurchDeborah Humble makes a welcome return to the Festival as she works withaspiring young singers in a masterclass.Accompanist: Peter GuySingers wishing to participate in the masterclass should apply by email toeither jennifer@barnesmusic.com.au or newcastlemusicfestival@gmail.com tobe considered (to sing in the masterclass). Singers should state age,experience, voice type and aria repertoire.The appearance of Deborah Humble in the Festival is supported by Hunter Heart.

10/5/25 (Free for Festival Pass holders)

26. Love Notes: I’ll Sing Yours if You’ll Play Mine

2.30PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 18Harold Lobb Concert Hall, Newcastle ConservatoriumMichael Lampard (baritone), Ross Fiddes (piano)When two composers join forces on stage, anything is possible! BaritoneMichael Lampard and pianist Ross Fiddes perform each other’s songcycles, along with music of Bach (from The Art of Fugue), Beethoven(possibly the very first song cycle), Verdi and Cole Porter.35/25/80

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28. Festival Finale

2.30PM, SUNDAY, AUGUST 19Christ Church CathedralDavid Rowden (clarinet)Christ Church Camerata, Newcastle Strings, Festival StringsDavid Banney (conductor)The Festival comes to a stunning conclusion with a performance by the ChristChurch Camerata and the Festival Strings, with clarinettist David Rowden(Omega Ensemble) and conducted by David Banney. The program includes theslow movement from Mozart’s much-loved Clarinet Concerto, GraemeKoehne’s mesmerising Time is a River and Tchaikowsky’s sumptuous Serenadefor Strings.

This concert is sponsored by Prime 7

$30 (Adults), #20 (Concession), $70 (Family)

27. Habanera

7.30PM, SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 Harold Lobb Concert Hall,Newcastle Conservatorium Deborah Humble (mezzo soprano)Andrew Blanch (guitar)Ariel Nurhadi (guitar)Amanda Neale (piano)Festival favourite Deborah Humble is one of Australia’s most successfulmusicians, appearing in opera houses and concert halls throughout the world.Deborah is joined by guitarists Andrew Blanch and Ariel Nurhadi, and pianistAmanda Neale, in a concert centred on the exotic colours and rhythms ofSpain.Sponsored by Port Waratah Coal Services. The appearance of Deborah Humblein the Festival is supported by Hunter Heart

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Festival CommitteeArtistic Directors: David Banney and Ross Fiddes

President: John Rostas

Vice-President: Colleen Potts, OAM

Secretary: Ross Fiddes

Treasurer: Peter Hesse

Committee:

Jill Albrecht, Jennifer Barnes, Jennifer Barrie, JohnCornell, Jill Fiddes, Helen Griffith, Adam Manning

Music on a Plate Curator: Heather Price

Ticket InformationTickets for all events can be purchasedonline via the Newcastle Music Festivalwebsite: newcastlemusicfestival.org -go to Tickets.

Ticket prices shown in the FestivalGuide indicate prices forAdults/Concession (pensioners andstudents)/Family (2 adults + 2 children).

Group booking discounts of 10% arealso available for Festival Events (10 ormore tickets). (This also applies to somebut not all Umbrella Events‡ – checkthe website for details.)

*Save money with aFestival Pass

Save money by purchasing a FestivalPass. This allows you to attend fiveconcerts for the price of four(140/100/320). Eligible events aremarked in this Guide as follows:

Festival Passes can be purchased onlinevia the festival website. Go to ticketsand select ‘Festival Pass’, and you willbe guided through the process.

• Festival Pass holders are also entitledto free entry to the Deborah HumbleMasterclass.

VenuesHarold Lobb Concert Hall, NewcastleConservatorium: Laman St, Newcastle

Adamstown Arts at Adamstown UnitingChurch: cnr Brunker and Glebe Rd,Adamstown

The University Gallery: GS Building,University Drive, University ofNewcastle, Callaghan Campus

The Umbrian Cafe: 309 Hunter St,Newcastle

Momo Wholefood Cafe: 227 Hunter St,Newcastle

Maitland Regional Art Gallery:230 High St, Maitland

Newcastle Civic Theatre:375 Hunter St, Newcastle

Thanks!The Newcastle Music Festival is gratefulfor the assistance of the followingpeople and organisations:

Adamstown Arts

Prof. Brian Alspach

Christ Church Cathedral

PDH Accounting

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Newcastle Grammar School

Kent Woodcock Creative Services

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Helen Griffith-web design

Andrew Rostas-web development

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‡ The Festival includes events curated and owned bythe Festival itself (Festival Events) and events whichare curated and owned by an outside organisationbut are performed within and as part of the Festival(Umbrella Events).

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‰ Audition at

Phone 4962 1490Cnr Tudor and Lawson Sts Hamilton

www.audiojunction.com.au

Enjoy full theatre HiFi sound for TV,

movies and your world of music

with Sonos.

15 Alma Road, New Lambton NSW 2305jacksmusichqjacksmusicaustralia www.jacksmusic.con.au

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Principal Sponsor

Symphony Sponsors

Concerto Sponsors

Quartet Sponsors

Dr Bruce CaldwellFiducian Financial Services, Hamilton

Dr James O'Sullivan, Lambton

Port of Newcastle

Cedars Mount View

Whitelaw McDonald

Sonata Sponsors

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