German cellist Maximilian Hornung presents a program uniquely suited to our intimate space. Hornung’s sophisticated musicality and virtuosity have enabled him to forge a unique career path. Following his 2007 win of Germany’s prestigious ARD competition (with his Tecchler Piano Trio), Hornung served for four years as principal cellist of Munich’s hallowed Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, before leaving the post to devote himself to solo and chamber music repertoire. A former protégé of Anne-Sophie Mutter, Hornung appears regularly with orchestras such as the Berlin and London Philharmonics, and counts Vilde Frang, Daniil Trifonov and Mutter among his chamber music partners…

A program of great masterworks, we open with Bach’s uplifting 1st Orchestral Suite, leading into Handel’s wonderful Ode for the birthday of Queen Anne of England. From 1713, it is subtitled ‘Ode for the Peace’ in reference to the Treaty of Utrecht which the monarch was about to sign, marking the end of the War of the Spanish Succession.

Michel Richard Delalande, a French Baroque composer and organist in the service of King Louis XIV is known best for his masterful grand motets and Super Flumina Babylonis is one of the most sublime (with one of our choristers being a direct descendent of the composer!).

Each element imbued with meaning: Earth as the foundation of our world, providing shelter and nurture. Wind as a rush of air; movement and breath. Fire, powerful and unquenchable. Water as life, washing through the world as oceans, rivers, and rain.

From hushed lyricism to fiery folk rhythms, this concert celebrates the incredible versatility of the ASO’s string players. Joseph Bologne’s Violin Concerto No.9 is a joyful window into the bright and energising performance styles of 18th-century France. Dvořák’s Nocturne offers a moment of tenderness and quiet melancholy before Bartók’s Divertimento dances between rustic spirit and shadowy reflection.

Presented in partnership with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO), She Speaks returns in 2026 to spotlight the voices of women composers…

From the haunting beauty of English folksongs to melodies born of forgotten landscapes, Adelaide Chamber Singers sing of love and longing, of solitude and nature’s quiet wisdom, of ghosts that linger and communities that gather in firelit evenings.

From the haunting beauty of English folksongs to melodies born of forgotten landscapes, Adelaide Chamber Singers sing of love and longing, of solitude and nature’s quiet wisdom, of ghosts that linger and communities that gather in firelit evenings.

For one day only, 40 venues across the Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide will open their doors for a full day of live music - from relaxed daytime coffee sets to late-night performances.

Each element imbued with meaning: Earth as the foundation of our world, providing shelter and nurture. Wind as a rush of air; movement and breath. Fire, powerful and unquenchable. Water as life, washing through the world as oceans, rivers, and rain.

Collectif: Arc en Ciel features distinct voices weaving together in gradual, improvised harmony. This immersive, art-inspired experience invites you into a serene world of deep listening, where music, colour, and nature unite in an unforgettable journey of sensory discovery.

Superstar Canadian violinist James Ehnes joins forces with his longtime duo partner, the celebrated American pianist Orion Weiss, to present a recital of duo repertoire. Ehnes is one of the great violinists on the global stage: a fixture as concerto soloist with orchestras like the New York and London Philharmonics and the Boston Symphony, and recitalist at Carnegie Hall, Verbier Festival and other venues across Europe, Ehnes is a two-time GRAMMY Award-winner with an extensive discography. Weiss is one of the most sought-after concert pianists in the US: a regular soloist with LA and New York Philharmonics, he is renowned for his 'powerful technique and exceptional insight’. For their recital at UKARIA, Ehnes and Weiss offer a rare opportunity for Australian audiences to experience two star soloists in an exceptionally intimate setting…

From the haunting beauty of English folksongs to melodies born of forgotten landscapes, Adelaide Chamber Singers sing of love and longing, of solitude and nature’s quiet wisdom, of ghosts that linger and communities that gather in firelit evenings.

In an intimate dialogue between oboe and cello, 'Pared to Two' explores transformation through sound, from the smoky nostalgia of Piazzolla's Café 1930 to the mythic world of Britten's Pan, inspired by Ovid's tales of metamorphosis. The program features the world premiere of Sally Whitwell's Miniature, a new work that distils musical ideas into their purest essence, and finishes with excerpts from Vivaldi's Sonata in C minor RV53.

Musica Viva Australia is excited to present the London-based Doric String Quartet performing Thomas Ades with the brilliance of Australian clarinettist and FutureMaker Lloyd Van't Hoff…

Nathan May with Julian Ferraretto

Singer-songwriter Nathan May, proud descendant of the Arabana, Yawuru and Marridjabin peoples, shares his songs reflecting on family, connection to country, and truth-telling. Alongside violinist Julian Ferraretto, known for his genre-crossing style, the performance draws on country and folk genres, blending music and storytelling.

The Gesualdo Six is an award-winning and critically-acclaimed vocal ensemble made up of some of the UK’s most esteemed consort singers. The group, who are lauded for their ‘imaginative programming and impeccable blend’, has toured around the world and records exclusively for Hyperion Records (their tenth album was released in August 2025). Following their residency at the 2023 A Cappella Academy, The Gesualdo Six returns to UKARIA with a program that traces the evolution of the vocal consort tradition…

Megan Robson, Guitar, Bridget McCullough, Viola, Gemma Vice, Flute

Every journey has its shape - a departure, a period of exile, and the quiet relief of homecoming. That arc sits at the heart of this program from Inflorescence Trio, three Elder Conservatorium graduates who are exciting emerging voices in chamber music.

In 18th-century Vienna, house concerts (or chamber music performances) were a significant part of the musical culture, particularly among the aristocracy and emerging middle class. These events were intimate gatherings in private residences, contrasting with the large public opera houses and concert halls that became more common later in the century. We present the music of Haydn, Beethoven and Corelli.

In 18th-century Vienna, house concerts (or chamber music performances) were a significant part of the musical culture, particularly among the aristocracy and emerging middle class. These events were intimate gatherings in private residences, contrasting with the large public opera houses and concert halls that became more common later in the century. We present the music of Haydn, Beethoven and Corelli.

In a world of constant notifications and endless scrolling, The Lost Art of Listening, created and composed by Hilary Kleinig,  brings people together with their phones to play in a shared sonic experience that explores listening and its place in human existence, framed by a stillness that is rare today. 

Featuring cult pianist Erik Griswold, this performance for prepared piano and smartphone choir, combines field recordings, vintage synths, and the sounds of the elements, creating vibrations that travel through your body and swirl through space.

In a world of constant notifications and endless scrolling, The Lost Art of Listening, created and composed by Hilary Kleinig,  brings people together with their phones to play in a shared sonic experience that explores listening and its place in human existence, framed by a stillness that is rare today. 

Featuring cult pianist Erik Griswold, this performance for prepared piano and smartphone choir, combines field recordings, vintage synths, and the sounds of the elements, creating vibrations that travel through your body and swirl through space.

In a world of constant notifications and endless scrolling, The Lost Art of Listening, created and composed by Hilary Kleinig,  brings people together with their phones to play in a shared sonic experience that explores listening and its place in human existence, framed by a stillness that is rare today. 

Featuring cult pianist Erik Griswold, this performance for prepared piano and smartphone choir, combines field recordings, vintage synths, and the sounds of the elements, creating vibrations that travel through your body and swirl through space.

Perfect Imperfections is a bold reimagining of the flute as an instrument of power, soul, and raw humanity. This journey takes us into the emotional landscapes of each listener, inviting us to find beauty within imperfection, connection through vulnerability, and uplift through music…

Event description: Prepare to be kissed by a fairy, haunted by a dream and transformed by music when Canadian virtuoso violinist Leila Josefowicz and fellow-Canadian pianist John Novacek bring their fantastical tales and captivating sounds to tour Australia. ..

The Sitkovetsky Trio is one of the pre-eminent piano trios at work on today’s global stage. Formed by classmates at the UK’s Menuhin School over twenty years ago, the trio performs regularly in venues such as Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw and London’s Wigmore Hall, and their extensive discography for BIS Records has won numerous awards…

For their second concert, the Sitkovetsky Trio is joined by Australia’s own Stefanie Farrands, Principal Viola of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, in a program of distinctively Hungarian flavour. The scene is set with Haydn’s Hungarian-influenced Piano Trio No. 39 in G major, written during one of Haydn’s ‘liberating’ sojourns in London and dedicated to his student and intimate confidant Rebecca Schroeter…

Selby & Friends welcomes the return of violinist Natalie Chee and Richard Narroway, performing with pianist Kathyrn Selby in a suite for piano trio exploring Australia’s famously ferocious bush fires, two gorgeous works by Robert Schumann, and Felix Mendelssohn’s final, passionate piano trio.

Andrea Lam is one of Australia’s most recognised concert pianists. The host and star of hit ABC TV series The Piano, Andrea is a passionate advocate for her instrument, introducing a new generation of Australians to its expressive power and possibility. In demand as concerto soloist with Australia’s major orchestras, and following a celebrated US career, Andrea returns for her first solo recital at UKARIA with a nuanced, wide-ranging program that showcases her interpretative sensitivity…

Much loved Australian young person’s author Alison Lester’s book Are We There Yet? comes to life through music in this unique family performance.

Much loved Australian young person’s author Alison Lester’s book Are We There Yet? comes to life through music in this unique family performance.

Federico Bucaioni, piano
Gioia Barbera, piano

Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Attacca Quartet is one of the most fearless and opinionated young quartets at work today. They make their UKARIA debut with a recital that exemplifies the ensemble’s unique character and programming style…

18th century Germany was a hotbed of innovation and exploration for both composers and instrumentalists alike, and wind instruments in particular were developing and fascinating repertoire was being conceived.

We’re fortunate to have Emma Gregan display her skills as one of the top natural horn players in Australia, whilst Brendan O’Donnell has established himself as one of the finest and most versatile historical woodwind players in Australia since returning from Germany.

This will be a treat for the ears with a colourful and fascinating program of rarely heard works by Bach, Telemann, Graun, Zelenka and Fasch (with likely SA premieres) in the wonderful acoustics of St John’s Halifax St.

Adelaide University’s Quartet-in-Residence, the Australian String Quartet (ASQ), joins forces with the Elder Conservatorium’s Dean, Professor Anna Goldsworthy, for a program that pairs fresh creative talent with one of the great cornerstones of the Romantic repertoire…

Stellar is a reflection on connection: the mystery of the universe where the constellations above mirror the music deeply rooted in the ground below.

Stellar is a reflection on connection: the mystery of the universe where the constellations above mirror the music deeply rooted in the ground below.

Stellar is a reflection on connection: the mystery of the universe where the constellations above mirror the music deeply rooted in the ground below.

In the intricate weave of sounds that make up a baroque ensemble, the lute is central. It's fitting, then, that French-American lutenist Thomas Dunford is at the centre of some of the most exciting early music-making of the moment…

In his youth, Shostakovich was employed as a cinema pianist, improvising soundtracks for silent films. This theatrical flair and narrative sensibility can be found in his Five Pieces for Two Violins and Piano. A suite of vignettes, each piece tells its own story and unfolds like a reel of miniature scenes. Composed during his so-called Year of Chamber Music’ ,  Schumann’s Piano Quintet won him the valuable approval of Richard Wagner, who remarked, ‘I liked the Quintet very much: I asked your lovely wife to play it twice.’ Guest artist Ikki Opitz’s appearance is made possible by the EMR Distinguished Visiting Artist Fund.

Dreamscapes and intimate ruminations by Mompou, Boulanger, Britten and Widmann.

In the era after the legendary virtuosi of the nineteenth century, instrumentalists continually redefined the limits of technical brilliance and expressive possibility…

There is perhaps not a more exciting time in an artist’s career than the beginning – full of possibility and promise, works are infused with a certain youthful vigour. Ensemble Lumen guides audiences back to almost the beginning of Shostakovich and Franck’s careers…

The Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra joins forces with classical voice students and a special guest soloist for an evening of operatic favourites. From beloved arias to stirring choruses, this gala concert celebrates the drama, passion, and vocal brilliance of the operatic tradition under the baton of Dane Lam.

Australian Ross Edwards' piano trio gem opens this program with two of pianist Kathryn Selby’s long-time friends, violinist Susie Park and cellist Julian Smiles. Anton Arensky’s second Piano Trio, stormy and passionate, is an audience favourite.. Capping off this terrific concert is Beethoven's own arrangement for piano trio of his stunning Septet. 

Johannes Brahms’s Liebeslieder-Walzer reveals the composer at his most intimate and warmly expressive. Drawing on folk-inspired dance forms and poetic texts about love in its many guises, these short waltzes balance elegance with emotional directness. The music moves effortlessly between light-hearted charm and moments of deep tenderness, combining a vocal quartet with  four-hand piano accompaniment Though modest in scale, the Liebeslieder display Brahms’s extraordinary craftsmanship, weaving rich harmony and lyrical melody into works that feel both immediate and timeless. Together, these selections offer a glimpse into Brahms’s deeply human, affectionate musical world.

Following our highly successful ‘Old Worlds and New’ project in 2024, we now continue our journey eastwards to explore the historical musical worlds of current-day Greece, Syria and Persia, amid the overarching influence of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. We will weave a narrative in music and words telling of this time and of travelling musicians, exchange of arts and instruments, and the diasporas from religious persecution.

Following our highly successful ‘Old Worlds and New’ project in 2024, we now continue our journey eastwards to explore the historical musical worlds of current-day Greece, Syria and Persia, amid the overarching influence of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. We will weave a narrative in music and words telling of this time and of travelling musicians, exchange of arts and instruments, and the diasporas from religious persecution.

Following our highly successful ‘Old Worlds and New’ project in 2024, we now continue our journey eastwards to explore the historical musical worlds of current-day Greece, Syria and Persia, amid the overarching influence of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. We will weave a narrative in music and words telling of this time and of travelling musicians, exchange of arts and instruments, and the diasporas from religious persecution.

This special concert honours the memory of Beryl Kimber (Leske), whose distinguished career as an international virtuoso and violin teacher at the Elder Conservatorium spanned decades, shaping generations of musicians…

Join Adelaide Chambers Singers for the first open rehearsal of Rising Voices as they delve into one of the most inspiring requiems ever written— Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem.

Experience the full spectrum of jazz vocal excellence as the Elder Conservatorium presents two exceptional ensembles in one lunchtime concert…

While this unusual combination of instruments has little historical repertoire, this concert features three fantastic modern works that illuminate the unique sound world of double reeds and piano…

Fresh from winning two Championship Trophies at the World Choir Games in Auckland, a sold-out Cabaret Festival performance at the Dunstan Playhouse, and headline appearances at South Korea's Youngnak International Sacred Choral Festival and Gyeongnam International Choral Festival, Festival Statesmen present a diverse program showcasing male voice a cappella choral works from around the world and across the centuries.

The charismatic and energic ensemble Arcadia Winds presents a delightful afternoon of chamber music for woodwind instruments…

Salvatore Lanzetti was an Italian cello virtuoso whose works had largely been forgotten until modern times. Brilliantly virtuosic, and yet cellistic, his style contributed to several developments in cello technique, and his cello sonatas are revered today as some.

Acclaimed British concert pianist Paul Lewis is celebrated for his interpretations of the great piano works of Beethoven and Schubert. He now turns his laser-like focus and insightful musicianship to Mozart…

Experience an exhilarating concert featuring the Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra, performing music full of exuberance, virtuosic brilliance, and wonder…

Internationally regarded as one of the leading musicians of his generation, Paul Lewis’ cycles of core piano repertoire by Beethoven and Schubert have received universal critical acclaim. For his latest project beginning in 2026, Paul turns his attention to Mozart…

Two of Australia’s finest collegiate choirs share the stage for a choral collaboration that offers a veritable smorgasbord of vibrant, varied and inspired choral music from across the centuries, across Australia, and across the world.

An expedition to the outer limits of the string quartet.

The Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra take to the stage under the baton of Lien Boon Hua from the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory, National University of Singapore…

An expedition to the outer limits of the string quartet.

An aura is considered to be a luminous body that surrounds your physical one, and this luminosity threads throughout Rising Voices’ performance of this eternally beautiful Requiem. Featuring soprano Brooke Window, baritone Jeremy Tachell, and organist Josh van Konkelenberg, Fauré’s Requiem offers a vision of rest and peace unlike any other.

Trumpet Portraits traces the expressive range of the trumpet across styles, eras, and national traditions.

Brass instruments have long captivated audiences, conveying both grandeur and intimacy, from triumphant fanfares to reflective lyricism. Joined by guest trumpeter Selina Ott and acclaimed baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Elder Brass presents a program of remarkable emotional range.

Join mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble and pianist Anna Goldsworthy for a journey through the passionate songs of Europe and Latin America. From Brahms's fiery Zigeunerlieder and Bizet's seductive Habanera, to the folk-inspired artistry of Manuel de Falla and the melancholic beauty of Carlos Guastavino's Argentine songs, this recital celebrates wandering spirits and musical passion across cultures.

Three of Australia’s finest musicians perform three blockbuster favourites by Johannes Brahms. Sydney Symphony Concertmaster Andrew Haveron and ACO Principal Cello Timo-Veikko Valve join pianist Kathryn Selby in this fabulous program dedicated to the chamber music of the mighty Brahms.

Our annual classical performance showcase concert, featuring top student performers from the Elder Conservatorium of Music and School of Performing Arts. Supported by the Peter Brooker Prize for Musical Excellence.

Curated by Dr Oliver Fartach-Naini, the annual Guitarissimo concert presents Elder Conservatorium guitar students in solo and chamber works, culminating with a performance by the Elder Conservatorium Guitar Ensemble.

One renowned for devilish skills yet who spent his time in the company of cardinals; the other a priest with a colourful reputation! Corelli and Vivaldi feature along with the mysterious Iganzio Sieber, recorder virtuoso who kept the company of them both…

lthough Beethoven and Schoenberg were physically and harmonically worlds apart, the Transfigured String Trio presents two works that perfectly complement each other.  Beethoven’s Op. 9 trios, while not as perennially popular as the quartets, were among his earliest mature chamber works. Each of the four movements is filled with the humorous wit and joie de vivre for which Beethoven was known. While at this point, Beethoven was likely in denial about the onset of his deafness, Schoenberg was very much open about his own illness: this trio was written after a near-fatal heart attack. He regarded the work as a portrait of his illness in music, a representation of the delirium, agitation, and suffering he experienced throughout his life.

The Latvian Radio Choir spread their wings and fly with Australia’s own recorder queen, Genevieve Lacey. Join them as they look to the skies for dancing planets and soaring birds in the music of Peteris Vasks…

Musically, Christmas is a favourite time of year for everyone!  Great choral music, well-known carols to sing along with, and the warm, generous spirit that is an invaluable and treasured part of all collegial music-making.  Share Christmas with Chorale and explore the range, and power of Christmas music!

Join Adelaide Chamber Singers for a celebration of joy and the season, featuring two of J.S. Bach’s most beloved choral masterpieces: the radiant Magnificat and the exuberant motet Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied (“Sing to the Lord a new song”).

Selby & Friends closes its 20^th anniversary season highlighting one of S&F’s most important commitments – to foster the talents of the next generations of Australia’s artists.  Two young newcomers, violinist Louise Turnbull and violist Ariel Postmus, join superb violinist Kristian Winther, dynamic cellist Miles Mullin-Chivers, and Kathryn Selby in three wonderful piano quintets by Mozart, Milhaud, and Dvořák.

Handel’s music is eternal, optimistic, lively, and given fresh life in this invigorating and inspiring performance. What Christmas is complete without the joyous music of “For unto us a child is Born”, the Hallelujah Chorus, and the resounding final Amen? And no more fitting venue than the beautiful surrounds of St Peter’s Cathedral. Adelaide Baroque is very excited to be again partnering with the St Peter’s Cathedral Consort for what is becoming a annual ‘Messiah’ on historical instruments in Adelaide. The Concert is presented by the St Peter’s Cathedral Music Foundation.

Handel’s music is eternal, optimistic, lively, and given fresh life in this invigorating and inspiring performance. What Christmas is complete without the joyous music of “For unto us a child is Born”, the Hallelujah Chorus, and the resounding final Amen? And no more fitting venue than the beautiful surrounds of St Peter’s Cathedral. Adelaide Baroque is very excited to be again partnering with the St Peter’s Cathedral Consort for what is becoming a annual ‘Messiah’ on historical instruments in Adelaide. The Concert is presented by the St Peter’s Cathedral Music Foundation.