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Heart and Song Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra with soprano, Gaynor Morgan

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Join us for an enchanting afternoon as Byron Music Society proudly presents ‘Heart and Song.’ Prepare to be immersed in a program meticulously crafted by the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, showcasing a world premiere composition.   

Well-known soprano, Gaynor Morgan, will be premiering a setting of poems by Seamus Heaney and Robert Graves, skilfully arranged for soprano, harp, cello and string orchestra by prominent Northern Rivers musician Nicholas Routley.

Gaynor will perform soul stirring arias by Handel and Mozart, and the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra will shine in one of Mendelssohn’s delightful string symphonies.   

We are extremely lucky to have in our midst harpist Margaret Curtis. Margaret and her beautiful harp will also grace the stage.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with music! Treat your mother or mother figure to a delightful afternoon of music.

Date: Sunday, May 12

Time: 2:30pm

Venue: A&I Hall, Bangalow

Tickets are available for purchase at the link below. Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of music and artistry!

Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, presents Season 1 Concert 1:  Heart and Song

Bangalow A&I Hall, Bangalow.

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