A feast of two-piano and four-hand works by Bach-Kurtág, Shostakovich and rising Australian star Holly Harrison.

This program begins with Hungarian composer György Kurtág’s reverent transcriptions of some of Bach’s most beautiful Chorales that confront death, devotion and consolation. Composed in the shadow of his father's sudden death in 1922, Shostakovich's Suite for two pianos, Op.6, is music of immense power and tragic intensity, written when the composer was just 15.

Composer Holly Harrison is one of Australia's rising stars. Her music embraces juxtaposing styles, blending the visceral energy of rock with whimsical humour. She writes, ‘Crunch is a highly rhythmic work for piano four-hands which draws inspiration from honky-tonk, blues, punk, and grunge music. The word ‘crunch’ refers to dissonance and rhythmic punch, and …the percussiveness and physicality of the piano

Offering two delightful concert experiences on one day, this second concert, Christmas Trees ushers in the festive season with a musical celebration of trees and a rare performance of Liszt’s Christmas Trees (Weinachtsbaum). Dedicated to his first grandchild Daniela, this show’s centrepiece is Liszt at his simplest and most enchanting.

Let the magic of classical music transport you to a realm of musical wonder. Join KIAZMA Piano Duo for a feast of magical piano duet music across two family concerts. These concerts are the perfect introduction to the world of classical music for young children, and an opportunity to delve deeper into the delightful repertoire for seasoned listeners.

Offering two delightful concert experiences on one day, the first concert, Mother Goose features the beloved works of the French repertoire, from Gabriel Fauré’s exquisite Dolly Suite and Ravel’s enchanting Mother Goose, to the exhilarating Jeux d’enfants (Children’s Games) of Georges Bizet.

After Chopin’s death, most of his possessions went to his family in Warsaw, including numerous unpublished musical manuscripts. Chopin’s sister Ludwika dutifully catalogued them, including the first bars of music from each one. Tragically, in 1863, all the manuscripts were destroyed by a fire. Suddenly Ludwika’s catalogue of incipits was all that remained of these priceless works. Celebrated Uzbek composer Dmitri Yanov-Yanovsky has taken the surviving fragments and fashioned them into an intriguing new work, turning six lost Chopin waltzes into a precious new dance.

Masterful four-hand creations including Schubert's magnificent Divertissement a la Hongroise and forgotten works of Arnold Schoenberg are interwoven in this exploration of the dance.

After Chopin’s death, most of his possessions went to his family in Warsaw, including numerous unpublished musical manuscripts. Chopin’s sister Ludwika dutifully catalogued them, including the first bars of music from each one. Tragically, in 1863, all the manuscripts were destroyed by a fire. Suddenly Ludwika’s catalogue of incipits was all that remained of these priceless works. Celebrated Uzbek composer Dmitri Yanov-Yanovsky has taken the surviving fragments and fashioned them into an intriguing new work, turning six lost Chopin waltzes into a precious new dance.

Masterful four-hand creations including Schubert's magnificent Divertissement a la Hongroise and forgotten works of Arnold Schoenberg are interwoven in this exploration of the dance.

Join Aura Go and Tomoe Kawabata (piano duet) and Genevieve Lacey (recorder) for a gentle, plant-growing musical sojourn in spring.

Join Aura Go and Tomoe Kawabata (piano duet) and Genevieve Lacey (recorder) for a gentle, plant-growing musical sojourn in spring.

Join Aura Go and Tomoe Kawabata (piano duet) and Genevieve Lacey (recorder) for a gentle, plant-growing musical sojourn in spring.

The KIAZMA Piano Duo offers audiences a glimpse into the highly challenging and unique rehearsal process of four-hand playing. Just ahead of its first Southbank Series concert on 9 May, the duo opens its doors on a rehearsal of Schubert's sublime F minor Fantasy, which will give audiences a special insight into the genre and deepen their appreciation of the subtlety and almost telepathic connection needed to play four-hand music in a way that allows the music to come to life naturally and spontaneously in performance. The session will be highly interactive, with audience questions and comments encouraged at any time. This event is free and audience is welcome to come and go freely during the hour.