‘the enchanted forest’: music in the regions presents inventi ensemble
The members of Inventi ensemble. Photo: Boroondara Arts.
Step into an enchanted forest with Inventi Ensemble in a tour presented by Music in the Regions featuring a new arrangement of Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony and Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun alongside new work by leading Australian composer Melody Eötvös. A seven-piece ensemble performing one of the most iconic orchestral works of all time, this concert creates the storms, thunder, and lush forests of Beethoven as well as the picturesque and languid imagery that Debussy conjures in this outstanding performance.
After a successful inaugural year touring five world class classical music groups across regional NSW in 2022, Music in the Regions is making its first visit to towns in the Riverina and South West with it’s most ambitious program yet: the Inventi Ensemble’s ‘The Enchanted Forest’. This tour will visit Junee, Young, Ganmain, Jerilderie and Deniliquin.
Music in the Regions General Manager and Producer, Ian Whitney, said: “Music in the Regions has a state-wide mandate, and I’m thrilled to be making our first visit to towns like Junee and Jerilderie with what is our largest ensemble yet. Inventi’s transcriptions of classics like the Beethoven and new commissions make them an exciting addition to our touring program.”
Co-Artistic Directors of Inventi Ensemble Melissa Doecke and Ben Opie said: “One of our favourite things is exploring every part of Australia and filling it with music. Our concerts are the perfect opportunity to introduce someone to classical music for the first time, or if you already love it- you’ll be hearing these familiar played in a brand new way with violins, viola, cello, double bass, oboe and flute! We can’t wait to get to know everyone on this tour of one of the most beautiful parts of Australia”.
The Inventi Ensemble have established themselves in Melbourne and are a leading force in Australian chamber music. Award winning performances in Australia’s leading concert halls and at festivals around the country have led to an enthusiastic following of their innovative programming and outstanding performance style. They are one of the most prolific chamber ensembles in Australia, with over 80 diverse concerts in their 2022 season. Inventi is an exciting voice in Australian music.
Inventi Ensemble will perform The Enchanted Forest at:
● ALBURY-WODONGA: 7pm, Saturday 6 May at The Cube Wodonga in partnership with Murray River Fine Music
● JUNEE: 2pm, Sunday 7 May at the Athenium Theatre in partnership with Junee Shire Council
● YOUNG: 7pm, Tuesday 9 May at the Southern Cross Theatre in partnership with Young Regional Conservatorium
● GANMAIN: 7pm, Thursday 11 May at the Ganmain Hall in partnership with the Advance Ganmain Committee
● JERILDERIE: 7pm, Friday 12 May at the Jerilderie Civic Hall in partnership with the Jerilderie MND Committee
● DENILIQUIN: 2pm, Saturday 13 May at the Deniliquin Town Hall in partnership with South West Arts, Edward River Council, and South West Music.