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ABOUT
Join us for an exceptional evening as we celebrate "The American", a concert that explores diverse perspectives on America through music. This program promises a memorable journey, offering a blend of contemporary and classical works that reflect how America has inspired artists around the world.
This concert features the world premiere of a new work by Australian composer Nicholas Kyriakakis, inspired by a British photographer's image of an American street. The evening also includes George Gershwin’s quintessentially American Rhapsody in Blue, and culminates with Antonín Dvořák’s String Quartet No. 12, The American, a reflection of the Czech composer’s impressions of American culture.
Experience this unique celebration where tradition and modernity converge, showcasing global interpretations of American life and culture.
PROGRAM
Nicholas KYRIAKACIS
New Work (World Premiere)
George GERSHWIN
Rhapsody in Blue
antonín dvořák
String Quartet No. 12 “American”
THE AMERICAN
Sunday 18th August 2024 • 7:30pm
Callaway Auditorium, UWA
Ticket Types:
$40
A Reserve tickets entitle patrons to secure an assigned seat of their choice in the first 4 rows, close to the action.
$30
General Admission tickets offer seating on a first-come, first-served basis in an unreserved section, allowing patrons to choose their seats on the night of the event.
General Admission:
A Reserve Tickets:
Under 30s:
General Admission (Under 30) tickets offer seating on a first-come, first-served basis in an unreserved section, allowing patrons under 30 years old to choose their seats on the day of the event.
Note: Patrons must have proof of their under 30s eligibility by bringing photo ID to the concert with them which will get checked by the ushers.
$20
Accessibility BookinG:
Wheelchair spaces can be booked by selecting the "Wheelchair Space" ticket type for $30.
If you wish to transfer into an auditorium seat, please email us so we can assist with your seating arrangements. Seat transfers are classed as A Reserve tickets.
ARTISTS
Violin I - Lisa Smith
Violin II - Helena O'Sullivan
Viola - Aaron Dungey
Cello - Tiffany Lee
Contrabass - Josh Spirek
Piano - Andy Li
Percussion - Cara Daily
ARTISTS
In "The American"
Concert Info
Concert Timings
Venue doors will be open at 7:00pm for patrons to enter and find their seat with the concert commencing at 7:30pm.
'The American' has an approximate duration of 76 minutes including a 20 minute interval.
Containers for change
a2. orchestra is a proud supporter for Containers for Change. All containers sold by a2. orchestra are eligible for the Containers for Change program. All you have to do is put your container in the Containers for Change green
bin provided at the venue, so that they can be recycled to live another life.
Drinks & Snacks
A small selection of snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be available to purchase outside the venue both pre-show and interval from 6:30pm. Drinks can be taken into the venue however food can not be consumed inside the auditroium.
Programs
Physical and digital programs will be available for the concert. Physical programs are in limited supply, and a gold coin donation is encouraged to help us in continuing to providing high-quality programs.
Pre-Concert talk
Free pre-concert talks are held from 7:00pm - 7:10pm at the event. A pre-concert talk provides insights into the music, including historical context, themes, and significance, to enhance an audience's appreciation of the performance. All concert-goers are welcome to attend no matter your prior musical knowledge.
Venue, Parking & Transportation
The American will be held at Callaway Music Auditorium located at the UWA Conservatory of Music. Scroll Down for more info.
Parking is available next to Callaway Music Auditorium in the UWA Car Park 1. View Here.
Callaway Auditorium is located in close proximity to Stirling Highway and many Transperth bus routes.
Our Donors
for "The American"
Donations made one month before the concert start date will have their donors name featured in our program. If you make a donation after this date, not to fear, your name will be featured in the next upcoming concerts program.
All donations made re recognised on our website here! Once this event has passed, donors will still be listed under the Past Concerts tab on our website.
Platinum Baton
$200 - $499
Joy & Kevin Campbell
Silver Baton
$50 - $99
Fiona Labuschagne
Unnamed (1)
Gold Baton
$100 - $199
Fred & Margie Nayler
Bronze Baton
$2 - $49
Franco Smargiassi
Unnamed (2)
How to donate
When selecting your tickets for the event, select the 'Donations' option and select your desired amount. Not able to come to the event but still want to donate? You can still make a donation without purchasing a ticket.
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