In Review: Cinematheque (Brisbane)

“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...]

From My Homeland, is now available to stream on Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)’s Digital Stage!From the comfort of your own home, relive a magical and heartfelt all-Australian concert with Margaret Sutherland’s impeccably crafted Concerto for Strings, Frederick Septimus Kelly’s emotional Elegy In Memoriam Rupert Brooke, Cameron Patrick’s powerful Lines of the Southern Cross and the unforgettable Bushfire Requiem by ARIA-Award nominated artists didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton and … [Read more...]

“I am really grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Camerata as it will be an amazing way to connect with incredible professional musicians (…). I also love performing, and Camerata gives performances filled with energy, which is something I am really excited to be a part of. I had seen quite a few [of their] performances in the past – all of which I absolutely adored, and had been trying to get more involved in chamber and orchestral music, so Camerata’s Upbeat Program seemed like a … [Read more...]

“Ray Lin’s composition was [such a] highlight for me. Contemporary and so relevant to the local audience. I could close my eyes and see visions of the landscapes that inspired him. Loved it!” Megan Sidey, audience member (Mossman, May 2023).  Each year, Camerata commissions their Emerging Composer-in-Residence to compose a piece based on a regional area of Queensland, as part of our annual tour.  This year, Ray Lin, Camerata’s 2023 Emerging Composer-In-Residence, composed Journey … [Read more...]

“It was a purely magical evening.” Kriss Curtice, audience member “The perfect concert.” Phil Brown “...Camerata – Queensland's Chamber Orchestra...presented a captivating performance of timeless classics by Mendelssohn and Rossini, complemented by the extraordinary talent of violin soloist Catherina Lee. The musical journey, highlighted by heart-warming connections and astonishing performances, left the audience spellbound and yearning for more.” John Andrew, Weekend Notes “Featuring an expat … [Read more...]

  “[Being part of Camerata as an Upbeat player means] that I can continue my chamber ensemble experience and keep learning more about chamber music playing. I want to become more creative in music-making and contribute everything I can to get the best out of this experience.” Meet Chaeeun Oh, one of Camerata’s 2023 Upbeat artists! Chaeeun was born in Seoul but moved to Australia at the age of 5. She started playing the violin in grade 3, and progressively found that she was enjoying playing … [Read more...]

“I am incredibly excited to be coming back home and to play with Camerata. I haven’t been home in a very long time, and it feels like the right time to be coming back for these concerts. I am incredibly grateful that I am able to return home and get to look forward to playing with everybody again.” Learn more about Catherina Lee, who joins us as a special guest for Viva Violin! “Camerata approaches music making in a non self-serving way and it is always a pleasure to collaborate with musicians … [Read more...]

Over the past 12 months, Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra has taken significant steps towards reconciliation in Australia, by officially starting to develop our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) – Reflect. During this time, our RAP Working Group, consisting of staff, artists, and board members, came together to reflect, learn, and explore how each of us can contribute to attaining meaningful reconciliation in Australia. We are grateful to our Elder-in-Residence, Aunty Nancy … [Read more...]

Camerata joins Brisbane Festival 2023! Join us for our spooky and surreal family-friendly mainstage concert, Camerata Cinematheque, featuring bespoke short films by Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Anthony Lucas, and the beloved Brisbane Serenades which returns again this year.   Brisbane Serenades sees us celebrate music in some of the city’s most iconic locations and collaborate with Award-winning Indigenous Australian soprano, Nina Korbe, who will join us for some select Brisbane Serenade … [Read more...]