Presented by OzFrank Camerata began the year with a tour de force Extend Your Experience performance in Jacqui Carroll's new work for OzFrank, A Salon of Larrikins. This fast-paced vaudeville comedy traced the history of Brisbane's iconic Cremorne Theatre, QPAC. Jacqui brought together a stellar intergenerational cast of eleven emerging to senior artists from the fields of theatre, dance and music. Camerata's musicians were thrilled to work with one of Brisbane's most senior independent … [Read more...]
Camerata’s Season 2019 is set to inspire
Following an action packed 2018, Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, promises another exceptional year for Queensland audiences in 2019. Known for its adventurous programming, Camerata will present four subscription series concerts in Brisbane and Toowoomba, while cementing their position as Company-In-Residence at Queensland Performing Arts Centre. In February, the series commences with Camerata sharing the stage in concert with one of Australia’s most treasured singers, soprano Sara … [Read more...]
In Review: Viva Vivaldi presented by Camerata and QPAC
Following on from a week of intensive workshops with Davide Monti, Camerata presented Viva Vivaldi at the Empire Theatre (Toowoomba) and QPAC's Concert Hall (Brisbane). Audiences were treated to a rare opportunity to revel in Vivaldi’s complete set of instrumental concertos, L’Estro Armonico. Well known and respected Brisbane lighting designer, Ben Hughes set the mood for the evening at QPAC's Concert Hall, with a beautifully crafted lighting design inspired by each movement. Actress, … [Read more...]
Camerata learns the art of improvisation with Davide Monti
Camerata was privileged to recently welcome Italian Baroque violin virtuoso and head of the International School of Improvisation, Davide Monti to Brisbane. Davide spent a week with our Artistic Associates working on the art of improvisation ahead of the main stage presentation of Viva Vivaldi in Toowoomba and Brisbane. Our Artistic Associates were put through their paces throughout the workshops, drawing on techniques from other disciplines such as fencing, horse riding and dance. The feedback … [Read more...]
We’re hiring!
PRODUCER (Full-time) Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, has established itself as a chamber orchestra of national significance with an outstanding track record of artistic achievement. A Company-in-Residence at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Camerata has a reputation for innovation and interesting and adventurous programming. Camerata regularly works with performers outside the 'classical' sector. The Producer is a key member of a small management team who deliver … [Read more...]
52 Strings: HOTA
52 Strings provides an opportunity for a workshop and performance with Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra at HOTA: Home of the Arts on the Gold Coast. Teachers and students interested in participating in the ensemble should be AMEB Grade 7 or above with the ability to learn and perform Vaughan-Williams Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis. Workshop: Saturday 21 July 2pm - 4.30pm Rehearsals: 6.30pm-9.30pm Tuesday 4 September; 5pm-8pm Friday 7 September; 3pm-6pm … [Read more...]
2018 Regional Tour
Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, promises an exceptional evening out for regional Queenslanders across Western Queensland in June. Known for its adventurous programming, and building on their highly successful 2017 tour of North Queensland, Camerata will present a program where the words contemporary and classic sit side by side, bringing together new Australian music with great classical music heroes. The concert is designed to provide regional audiences with an enjoyable night … [Read more...]
The Golden Ticket Winner
At our fundraising event held at Wandering Cooks, Sunday 18 March, The Golden Ticket winner was drawn. Congratulations to Steve Minon (pictured left) who has won The Golden Ticket raffle. We hope you enjoy two tickets to each of the following performances: American Idiot - Queensland Performing Arts Centre Cinderella - Queensland Ballet Merry Widow and Don Giovanni - Opera Q 3 Performance Subscriptions - Queensland Symphony Orchestra Twelfth Night - Queensland Theatre … [Read more...]
The Golden Ticket
Camerata has partnered with Chinchilla-based charity, Drought Angels, to deliver the last three annual regional tours. Tash and Nicki, co-founded Drought Angels in 2014, and have volunteered their time to support drought affected communities with food, services, and financial support (http://droughtangels.org.au/). Last week Camerata noticed on Drought Angels’ Facebook page a post about farming families who have hit rock bottom, now in their sixth year of consecutive drought. The recent wet … [Read more...]
On tour in 2017
Tour Details: CAIRNS Wednesday 3 May @ 7.30pm, Centre of Contemporary Arts, Cairns Tickets available: www.artscairns.com.au or 07 4088 1010 MOSSMAN Thursday 4 May @ 7pm, Mossman Town Hall, Mossman Tickets available: https://www.trybooking.com/PJID or 07 3846 3613 ATHERTON Saturday 6 May @ 7pm, Destiny Hall, Atherton Tickets available: https://www.trybooking.com/PEZH or Chameleon’s Treasure, 30 Main St Atherton, 07 4091 1818 MENA CREEK Sunday 7 May @ 2.30pm for … [Read more...]
