Music @ the Gallery 2019 Autumn Series
What better way to relax after shopping at the markets than to take in a concert at the art gallery.
2018 Raffle
Many thanks to Dr Sylvia Ditchburn for so generously donating this marvellous print of one of her original works. Raffle tickets will be on sale at all 2018 events. About the Artist: Since coming to north Queensland from the Darling Downs in the 1960s, Sylvia has been inspired by the tropical environment for her work. After graduating with a Phd
Jane Jocumsen – Committee
Jane is a local state school primary music teacher who did her music studies in Queensland as well as in California. She is a committee member of KMEIA (Kodály Music Education Institute of Australia) in Townsville and her interests include sport, travel, baking and music. Mozart, Chopin and Liszt are her favourite composers.
Piers Lane and Cheryl Barker to Adjudicate at the 2018 Competition
The Competition Committee is very pleased to announce that Piers Lane AO will adjudicate in the instrumental sections of the 2018 Competition and Cheryl Barker AO will return to adjudicate in the vocal sections. Cheryl was the vocal adjudicator for the Australian Concerto & Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2016. Piers Lane AO – Instrumental Adjudicator London-based Australian concert pianist
Notice of Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Australian Concerto & Vocal Competition will be held Sunday 10 December 2018 3.00pm Oonoonba Community Centre, 2 Shannon Street, Oonoonba All members, sponsors and friends are welcome to attend, and catch up over a cuppa following the meeting. Download the Notice, nomination and proxy forms here.
Barrier Reef Orchestra – Beethoven
James Dong, winner of our Open Instrumental Section 2016, is set to return and perform with the Barrier Reef Orchestra.
Music @ the Gallery – Sunday 21 May
Combine an early morning shop at the markets with an enjoyable concert at the art gallery
AFCM Partner Package
Welcome Australian Festival of Chamber Music patrons, and thank you for visiting our website. Did you know that the Australian Concerto & Vocal Competition has been held in Townsville since 1980, now an annual event attracting competitors from all over Australia and internationally. It is held at the Townsville Civic Theatre over five days in late July, just before the