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The Adagio heard today is an early work from 1905, at a time when Kodály was rather more influenced by the lyricism and expressiveness that were hallmarks of the Romantic era in music history; he was yet to begin his work in the field of collecting folk music and weaving it into his compositions. Originally written in versions for viola with piano or cello and piano, the version heard today is a wonderful arrangement for viola and strings made by a founding member of the Camerata of St John's, Gail Aitken, who is Principal Second Violin in the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Tyalgum Dawn for soprano and string orchestra WORLD PREMIERE Ann Carr-Boyd Composer's notes: "Tyalgum Dawn was commissioned by the Tyalgum Festival Commitee for the 20th Anniversary of the Festival. The poem, to which the music is set, was written by today's soloist, Kacey Patrick-Bare. The words centre around the importance of Mt Warning to the district which it dominates in such a magical way. Especially, the words focus on the sight of Mt Warning as it becomes visible in the morning light and the way in which the landscape emerges around it as the morning unfurls. As a totally committed lover of the Australian landscape I have often composed music inspired by different regions of the country ranging from the Sydney Opera House and surrounds – The Bells of Sydney Harbour for the opening of the Opera House organ – to the misty surrounds of Hobart – Grasstree Hill for harp and string orchestra. It has been a memorable experience for me to discover, in greater depth, the area surrounding Murwillumbah and Tyalgum. Writing Tyalgum Dawn for such a varied palate of styles and musical conventions has been interesting, to say the least. That is to say, an orchestra composed of classical string instruments, a singer who crosses all boundaries, and a poem containing so many beautiful images. My focus has not been centred on creating a particular musical style, so much as trying to evoke the spirit of the poem – so maybe the result is a mix of style and genre. We associate the string orchestra with many of the truly wonderful works of the Classical and Romantic eras – mix this with an Australian setting and a unique voice such as Kacey's and you have something that belongs very much to this century. The opening is calm, as many dawn scenes are, and voice and violas evoke the first stirring of the day – and incidentally this section employs some of my favourite seventh chords. The morning gets under way with a change of mood, and the sort of rhythmic movement that Kacey depicts so well. After this, a return to the original mood, and a reminder that Mt Warning is the first land in Australia to greet the morning sun. The poem divides naturally into two sections. Section Two commences with energetic scale passages for the cellos and a lilting rhythm which divides 4/4 time into groups of three/three/two quavers. In contrast to the (mostly) calmer mood of Section One, there is more movement here; a definite feeling of moving onwards. Against this rhythmic setting, Kacey's voice is free to move and improvise as a free spirit as well as display her wonderful and unique ability to create the sounds of Australian birds. Moving to the final minutes of the music, the scale passages of the opening become ostinato – a musical form which should create a feeling of inevitability and solidity – and then, a reminder of the very opening of the piece which brings the music full circle." Violoncelles, Vibrez! Giovanni Sollima (1962) Giovanni Sollima is part of a new breed of living composers and players that bear testament to the idea of the return of the "composer-performer" – a type of musician rarely seen since the nineteenth century. As a cellist with an international solo and chamber music career, Sollima has performed with some of the great artists and conductors of our time, including as part of Yo-Yo Ma's renowned Silk Road Project. Solima's compositions, including the highly virtuosic and brilliant Violoncelles Vibrez! heard today, reflect the composer's interest in finding a synergy between pop and classical music, and in creating music that is entertaining to listen to, humorous, expressive and enjoyable to learn and perform. Camerata of St. John's with soloists Brendan Joyce and Tatiana Kolesova 2010 grand finale concert 30
CONCERT F1 THE PHOENIX TRIO Saturday 3 September 11 am Maggie Ya-Chu Chen – Chinese flute Minnie Shen – Chinese guitar Na Wang – Chinese harp The Phoenix Trio is a dynamic group of young Chinese musicians who blend the sounds and rhythms of traditional Chinese instruments. This performance will be introduced by Joanna Boileau who will present a brief survey of the history of the Chinese in the Tweed Valley. Each piece of Chinese classical music has a story behind it, thus forming a specific aesthetic and spiritual enjoyment. Begin this journey and immerse yourself in the unique charm of traditional Chinese music and instruments. The Trio's repertoire will be drawn from ancient and more modern folk songs including Happiness; The Butterfly Lovers; The Horseman; The Dance of the Youth; Chasing the Colourful Cloud; Crossing the River; The Golden Snake Dance; The Jasmine Flower; My Heart is Like the Moon, A Laughter from the Seas; and Mountain with the Running Horses. Joanna Boileau is a local historian and heritage consultant. She has written two books on the history of the Tweed Valley, Caldera to the Sea, a general history of the Tweed Valley, and Families of Fortune, a history of the Chinese in the region. The Tyalgum Festival is broadening its scope to include contributions of the many different cultural groups who have made their homes in the Tweed, and who are representative of Australiaʼs diverse multicultural society. CONCERT F2 QUEENSLAND CONSERVATORIUM BRASS ENSEMBLE Sunday 4 September 10.30 am Selena Rasmussen, Ryan Tierney – trumpets Emma Gregan – French horn Oscar McDonald – trombone Elise Mills – tuba with guests: Greg Aitken –euphonium, Head of Brass, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University Campbell McInnes – French horn, winner of the 2011 Tyalgum Festival Prize “Outstanding Musician, Young Conservatorium, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University” The ensemble comprises five senior students from the Queensland Conservatorium Brass Department. All players are active members of the Queensland Youth Symphony Orchestra and have a wide range of playing experience for such a youthful ensemble. In its third year since inception, the quintet has performed at several events in and around Brisbane including schools, weddings and the Brisbane Festival 2010. They are also regular performers within the Conservatorium and make a welcome return to the Tyalgum Festival after their triumphant performance in 2010. The Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University Brass Department is one of the largest tertiary schools in Australia and boasts a range of fine ensembles including Brass Ensemble; Horn Ensemble; Trombone Ensemble; Trumpet Ensemble; Brass Band and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble. Always a favourite at the Festival, and a great friend, Greg Aitken is Head of Brass Studies and lecturer in euphonium at the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. He also directs the brass band at that institution and lectures in trombone at the University of Queensland. Greg is also a founding member of Buzz and a life member of the Australian Trombone Association. 31
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Page 4 and 5: Music, Art & Nature in Australia’
Page 6 and 7: Hall in perfect harmony with artist
Page 8 and 9: 2011 FESTIVAL PROGRAM Friday 2 Sept
Page 10 and 11: ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Sylvia Arroyo
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Page 14 and 15: ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Patrick Murphy
Page 16 and 17: ABOUT THE PERFORMERS Shannon Tobin,
Page 18 and 19: The second movement, Blues: Moderat
Page 20 and 21: CONCERT C2 THE YOUNG VIRTUOSI Satur
Page 22 and 23: CONCERT C3 WINDS OF CHANGE Saturday
Page 24 and 25: CONCERT C4 CELLO ORCHESTRA Saturday
Page 26 and 27: CONCERT C5 STEINWAY CONCERT Saturda
Page 28 and 29: Natasha Vlassenko and Oleg Stepanov
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Page 34 and 35: Laser Skirmish Indigo Collins-Cook
Page 36 and 37: ACKNOWLEDGMENTS WIN WITH THE RAFFLE
Page 38 and 39: We appreciate the generous support
Page 40: First Program Cover 1991 Tyalgum Fe

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