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Friday 21 August 2026
7:30pm at Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
About this performance
Program
Thomas Meadowcroft Hollywood Parsifals Concerto for Foley Artists and Orchestra*
Bryony Marks Their World from Noise
David Hirschfelder (orch. by Clifford Bradley, Jessica Wells & Jigsaw Music) Suites from The Dressmaker, Legend of the Guardians, and Strictly Ballroom
*World Premiere of an MSO Co-commission
About this performance
A celebration of some of Australia’s – and the world’s – finest living composers, Metropolis shines a spotlight on the finest minds in contemporary music.
In 2026, the MSO explores the fascinating world of Foley – the art of creating sound effects for film – in Thomas Meadowcroft's remarkable concerto. You'll also hear music written for iconic films, by Australian composers Bryony Marks and David Hirschfelder.
Join us for a captivating evening including conversation with the composers and Principal Guest Conductor Benjamin Northey.
Featuring
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Benjamin Northey conductor
John Simpson Foley artist
Tracy Parton assistant Foley
Eugene Ughetti percussion and additional Foley
David Hirschfelder piano
Slava Grigoryan guitar
Leonard Grigoryan guitar
Musicians of the Australian Youth Orchestra
Learn more about the works on this program from Cybec Assistant Conductor Daniel Corvaia
