The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra will perform at the Boat Club
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the acclaimed Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra (ARCO) at a Boat Club-sponsored event in the Fraser Room.
Renowned for their vibrant and historically informed performances, ARCO brings together some of Australia’s finest musicians to illuminate classical masterpieces on period instruments.
This is your chance to sample ARCO’s artistry up close in an intimate setting with stunning views—an unmissable musical occasion.
Plus, there will be a screening of "Mozart's Sister" at the Boat Club Cinema and a concert in Maryborough the next day.
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VOYAGE OF MUSICAL DISCOVERY - MUSIC TALK
Friday 27 June, 5.00-6.00pm
Fraser Room, Hervey Bay Boat Club
Dive into the Stories, Instruments, and Music
Join us for an engaging and entertaining musical performance plus a talk with the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra’s co-artistic directors and musicians.
Voyage of Musical Discovery is part concert, part demonstration—a unique way to explore the music of Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet and Peter Sculthorpe’s Jabiru Dreaming string quartet.
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Discover the fascinating links between old and new music.
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Learn how music is created, performed, and interpreted.
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Bring your pre-dinner drinks and your questions—casual and interactive!
All welcome!
Stunning Location
Enjoy the performance in the elegant upstairs Fraser Room, with breathtaking views over the Marina and Bay, and the iconic K’gari (Fraser Island) as your backdrop. It’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening of music.
This is a wonderful opportunity for music lovers, students, and anyone curious about the magic behind the music.
Don’t miss this unique musical event at the Hervey Bay Boat Club!
Book now and experience world-class music with stunning views—these events will sell out!
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MOZART'S SISTER - FILM
Friday 27 June, 7.30pm
Hervey Bay Boat Club Cinema
After the Quintet's performance, enjoy time for a meal or drink before the screening of the award-winning documentary Mozart’s Sister at 7:30pm in the Boat Club Cinema.
This captivating film uncovers the remarkable but little-known story of Maria-Anna Mozart, who, for the first 16 years of her life, shared the stage and acclaim with her brother Wolfgang as musical partners before royalty and the elite of Europe.
The film investigates why Maria-Anna was forced from the public eye and what became of her music, offering a fascinating glimpse into her lost legacy.
Directed by Madeleine Hetherton-Miau and produced by Rebecca Barry, Mozart’s Sister is a moving musical-mystery not to be missed.
Movie tickets are not available from the cinema and must be purchased online via ARCO's website. Please use the link below.
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MOZART'S CLARINET - CONCERT
Saturday 28 June, 2.00-3.15pm
St Stephen's Uniting Church, Maryborough
The Quintet's concert will open with a special guest performance by Maryborough State High School String Ensemble.
- Emilie Mayer (1812–1883) String Quartet No.1 in G minor, Op.14
- Schubert (1797–1828) String Quartet No.7 in D major, D.94
- Mozart (1756–1791) Clarinet Quintet in A major, K.581
Dancing strings, lilting clarinet – the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra returns to the Fraser Coast with sparkling chamber music from three brilliant composers.
MOZART'S CLARINET soars from joyful Schubert to the freshness of female composer Emilie Mayer and one of music’s best-loved pieces: Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet, played on a rare historical basset clarinet.
Hear some of Australia’s best musicians, and meet them up close over Talk&Tea.
Bask in the luminous sonorities of historical clarinet, violin, viola and cello. Feel your heart sing. Experience MOZART'S CLARINET.
TALK&TEA (3.15-4.00pm)
Talk&Tea is your chance to meet our musicians (and their beautiful historic instruments) up close! Held just after the concert, with drinks available, Talk&Tea is an informal session where you can learn a bit about the program, ask questions and chat with us and your fellow audience members! And it’s completely free.
NOTE: All tickets cost $5 more when purchased at the door. Buy now and save!
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
MOZART'S CLARINET mini-festival in Maryborough and Hervey Bay has received financial assistance from the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland's Touring Queensland Fund and from the Regional Arts Development Fund.
