Cost
When
Thursday 06 March 2025, 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Presented by Musica Viva Australia
In 2025 Musica Viva Australia celebrates 80 years of taking music across the length and breadth of Australia with a year of tradition, collaboration and innovation. Read more.
Singer songwriter Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet present a feast of creativity when they perform her songs, arranged for voice and strings by some of Australia’s finest composers. Dreams and memories, grace and groove. Welcome to a new world of possibilities.
Artists
Jess Hitchcock vocals
Penny Quartet
Glenn Christensen violin
Madeleine Jevons violin
Anthony Chataway viola
Jack Ward cello
Program
Original songs by Jess Hitchcock in newly‑commissioned arrangements from Iain Grandage, Holly Harrison, Isaac Hayward, Matt Laing, May Lyon, James Mountain, Nicole Murphy, Christine Pan, Ben Robinson, Harry Sdraulig and Alex Turley.
Caroline Shaw Plan and Elevation: The Grounds of Dumbarton Oaks (for string quartet).
Running time 80 minutes. Running times are approximate and subject to change without notice.
Student Rush tickets only available in the hour prior to the concert from the Ticket Office. Proof of current study must be produced.