by philip | Oct 26, 2015 | Elysian Fields
When nationally renowned viola da gambist Jenny Eriksson formed Australia’s first electric viola da gamba band, Elysian Fields, she had one pianist in mind: Matt McMahon. Jenny and Matt’s friendship had developed for several years at jazz gigs. In 2014 their...
by philip | Aug 11, 2015 | Blog, General, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
However far The Marais Project wanders into the realms of Swedish folk music, jazz or even newly composed works, we always come home to our passion and reason for being: the music of Marais and the French Baroque. This was the great era of the viola da gamba as a solo...
by philip | Jul 30, 2015 | Blog, General, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
We are so pleased to welcome baroque flautist Mikaela Oberg to this performance. Recently returned from post graduate study in The Netherlands, Mikaela is already making a name for herself as a member of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and as a guest in other...
by philip | Jul 24, 2015 | Blog, General, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
Soprano Belinda Montgomery has performed with The Marais Project since its inception and has appeared on 4 of our 5 CDs. Whether as a soloist or ensemble member Lindy is widely respected in the music world for her musicianship, versatility and professionalism. She is...
by philip | Jul 21, 2015 | Blog, General, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
Guest baritone Alexander Knight is fast developing a reputation as a leading light in the younger generation of Sydney singers. Soon after the Marais Project concert on August 16 he heads overseas for further study. Alex kindly took some time recently to answer a few...
