It’s AusMusic Month!

November marks AusMusic Month! Camerata proudly supports and highlights Australian music and composers, particularly through an annual performance specifically centred around Australian work (From My Homeland in 2023 and Ngapa William Cooper in 2024), and our Emerging Composer-in-Residence commissions, which were recently released as an album, Sunshine Sounds. This month we’ll be celebrating just some of the amazing Australian music that we have performed, recorded, or commissioned. Plus of … [Read more...]

“Every Camerata concert I have attended has left me in wonder.” Caroline B, audience member Experience the wonder and joy that is Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra. Innovation. Passion. Energy. All without a conductor in sight. Season 2024 is on sale now in Brisbane and Toowoomba. Buy more and SAVE with a season pass. Book 4 concerts & receive 20% off* Book 2 or 3 concerts & receive 15% off* Camerata & Alex Raineri: Beethoven Sat 17 Feb | Concert Hall, QPAC Thu 15 Feb | … [Read more...]

“Brilliant partnership. Virtuosic, heartfelt. Great communication.” (Jane Bernays, Audience member). “I absolutely loved it. The music was beautiful, and Sally and Brad were so lovely together- inspiring!” (Rachel Lusis, Audience member). “Beautiful novel program expertly and sensitively performed.” (Pamela Greet, Audience member). Sally-Ann Djachenko’s recital was a mesmerising afternoon of classical music at QPAC on Sunday 22 October, as Camerata Artistic Associate Sally-Ann and guest artist … [Read more...]

  “I took so much away from all the experiences as an Upbeat Artist and it really set me up well to pursue a career in chamber music.” Learn about Francesca Masel's career and aspirations since completing Camerata's 2022 Upbeat Artist program.       1. You’ve just been accepted into the Scottish Conservatorium to study your Masters, congratulations! What do you hope to gain from the experience, and what are you most looking forward to?  I am hoping to really develop further in my solo playing … [Read more...]

“Orava is the Grand Cru of quartets; bold, complex and powerful – and like the wine, worth paying top dollar for.” Dr Gemma Regan, Limelight Read the full review here. "In 'Nocturne' held its audience for over an hour with a winning blend of precision and passion. Their sound was often downright gorgeous - rich as a vintage port - and their style at once disciplined and supple." Tim Passmore, Brisbane Live Reviews. “A beautiful performance filled with energy... Outstanding” Carol Carter, … [Read more...]

Write for one of Australia’s busiest ensembles! Each year, Camerata appoints a Queensland-based composer in the early stages of their career as Emerging Composer-in-Residence.  As a company of national significance, Camerata is committed to presenting new music, especially by its compatriots. During 2022 Camerata performed 27 Australian works including world premieres and in early 2023 released Sunshine Sounds on ABC Classic which included many commissions of compositions that take their … [Read more...]

“[Camerata Cinematheque] was such a unique presentation and a really great combination of compositions and composers. Loved every minute.” Susan O’Brien, audience member  “Really enjoyed the film element and the playfulness of the music entwined with the visuals.” Karen Coningham, audience member  “Both the music and short films were of top quality and very interesting to watch and listen to.” Bill McCarthy, audience member  Cinematheque was pure magic in Toowoomba on Friday … [Read more...]

Start your career with Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra! Camerata has a long history of education for emerging artists, and has run an emerging artists program (Upbeat) since 2017.   Camerata’s Upbeat Program is designed to foster the next generation of Queensland-based musicians and provides a number of performance and rehearsal opportunities over twelve months to support career pathways for talented graduating or recently graduated artists.  The participants join Camerata … [Read more...]

“A flawless scaffold of soundscapes enhance the irrepressible ingenuity of Brisbane filmmaker Anthony Lucas.” Limelight Magazine Read the full review here. “What a unique and wonderful performance. I found my eyes flitting between the films and the hypnotic perfectly synchronised bows.” Lara Cain Gray, audience member We were spooked, we laughed out loud, our hearts melted… Full of suspense and comedy, last night’s performance of Cinematheque as part of Brisbane Festival brought tears to our … [Read more...]

That’s a wrap for Brisbane Serenades! Wherever you joined us last weekend, thank you! Your bright, smiling, happy faces (not to mention the cutest littlies running around) made it a pleasure to bring the magic of music to your local area. Thanks again to Brisbane Festival for having us for this festival favourite and to the incredibly talented Soprano Nina Korbe who delivered breath-taking performances with us on Sunday. Until next time! … [Read more...]