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NEXT CHAPTERS

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Reconciliation and renewal. Premieres and pioneers. Be uplifted by the rhythmic richness of the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra and Willoughby Symphony Choir when it is joined by powerhouse aerial ensemble Legs On The Wall for the thrilling concert, Next Chapters.

The adventurous program features the evocative, dance-like Holy Dreaming by the orchestra’s composer-in-residence Alice Chance, a work inspired by the prayer A Thanksgiving for Australia penned by Indigenous Anglican Minister Lenore Parker. Hear the sublime music performed with a choir led by Dr Sarah Penicka-Smith and the breathtaking and sensual feats of Legs on the Wall.

Next Chapter includes Elena Kats-Chernin’s shimmering Five Chapters, featuring Australia’s foremost saxophone ensemble Nexas Quartet; the world premiere of rising young composer Joseph Newton’s The Phoenix; and - bringing the concert to a stunning climax - Shostakovich’s courageous and exhuberant Ninth Symphony accompanied by members of Legs on the Wall. Virtuoso musicianship and astonishing physical theatre combine in this captivating collaboration.

Additional concert dates:

Sunday, 23 May 2021, 2pm

Earlier Event: 6 December
THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Later Event: 23 May
NEXT CHAPTERS