Experience Pekka Kuusisto directing the Australian Chamber Orchestra in a captivating program featuring Mozart, Nico Muhly, Ellen Reid, and Mendelssohn.
Thursday 15 April 2027
7:30pm - 9:30pm
31 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
$49-$166
Prepare to be enchanted by Pekka Kuusisto's extraordinary return to the Australian Chamber Orchestra after nearly a decade. This concert showcases music from four prodigious talents, blending classical masterpieces with contemporary compositions. Families with children aged eight and above will find this performance engaging and inspiring.
The program includes Mozart's beloved selections from The Magic Flute, the intense and glittering violin concerto Shrink by Nico Muhly, the Australian premiere of Ellen Reid's evocative West Coast Sky Eternal, and Mendelssohn's energetic String Quintet No.2 in B-flat.
Expect a two-hour performance filled with artistic freedom, virtuosity, and an irrepressible sense of adventure that will captivate audiences of all ages.
The concert duration is approximately two hours, including an interval. It is recommended for children aged eight and above or younger children who can comfortably sit through the performance.
Tickets are available in several categories, including Premium, A Reserve, B Reserve, C Reserve, and D Reserve, with concessions and special pricing for students, under 35s, and groups of eight or more.
Subscription packages for the 2026 season are also available through the Australian Chamber Orchestra website.
The event takes place at the Melbourne Recital Centre, located at 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, Victoria 3006.
The venue is wheelchair accessible and welcomes assistance animals, ensuring a comfortable experience for all attendees.
Convenient transport and parking options are available nearby, making it easy for families to attend.
Please note that running times are approximate and subject to change.
For families with younger children who may find the concert duration challenging, the ACO offers full-length concerts on their YouTube channel and family-friendly shows at ACO On The Pier in Sydney.
The Melbourne Recital Centre acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respects to the Kulin nation and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Ticket prices range from $49 to $166, with concessions available for students and under 35s. Group discounts apply for parties of eight or more.
Bookings and subscription purchases can be made via the Australian Chamber Orchestra website.
Secure your seats early to enjoy this unique musical experience featuring Pekka Kuusisto and the Australian Chamber Orchestra.
