Mozart in Manly

Sydney Harbour Ensemble is delighted to present its second program, Mozart in Manly.

The afternoon opens with Berlioz’s exhilarating Hungarian March, followed by Mozart’s beloved Violin Concerto No. 5, performed by acclaimed soloist Anna da Silva Chen. Anna is a core member of the Australian Chamber Orchestra!

After the interval, Schumann’s uplifting Symphony No. 1 brings the afternoon’s performance to a triumphant close. Join us for a sublime afternoon of orchestral music, set against one of the most picturesque views of Sydney Harbour.

PROGRAM

The concert will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.

HECTOR BERLIOZ

Hungarian March from The Damnation of Faust (5')

W. A. MOZART

Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, K. 219

1. Allegro aperto (9')

2. Adagio (11')

3. Rondeau – Tempo di minuetto (9')

Interval (20')

Complimentary refreshments will be served at the beautiful Sanctuary Lawn nearby.

ROBERT SCHUMANN

Symphony No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 38 “Spring”

1. Andante un poco maestoso – Allegro molto vivace (11')

2. Larghetto (11')

3. Scherzo: Molto vivace (6')

4. Allegro animato e grazioso (9')

North Head Sanctuary is one of Sydney’s most remarkable heritage and natural landscapes, located at the entrance to Sydney Harbour in Manly. North Head played an important role in Australia’s defence, quarantine, and military operations, with many of its historic buildings and fortifications still preserved today. Today’s concert venue, known as the Artillery Shed, was originally used as a machinery storage facility during the 20th century. Managed by the Harbour Trust, North Head Sanctuary is now a vibrant destination where visitors can explore breathtaking coastal views, bushland walking tracks, heritage sites, and unique wildlife habitats.

Want to learn about North Head Sanctuary? The Harbour Trust offers guided tours that uncover the site’s rich Aboriginal, military, and quarantine history. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore significant heritage locations, discover stories of the people who lived and worked there, and gain a deeper understanding of this unique headland. For details and to book, click here: https://www.harbourtrust.gov.au/en/see-and-do/tours-events-and-experiences/

Sydney Harbour Ensemble acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Gayamagal people of the Guringai nation. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.