Mahler 4 - Sounds of Heaven at Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall

Ross Edwards is one of Australia's preeminent composers, whose distinctive 'dancing-chanting' style brings a spirit of sacred contemplation and hypnotic energy to the concert hall. You can expect something transcendent and joyous from his new double concerto, composed for Australian saxophonist Amy Dickson and Scottish percussionist Colin Currie.

We're pairing it with Mahler's Fourth Symphony, music that has its own dance-like qualities and optimistic spirit. It begins with bells and unashamed lyricism, and by the end it has transported us to heaven - 'hung with violins'!

Program:
EDWARDS Frog and Star Cycle [Premiere]
MAHLER Symphony No.4