by philip | Jan 20, 2020 | Blog, Commissions and New Music, Elysian Fields
Gordon Kerry is the first Australian composer to write for both the electric and acoustic versions of the viola da gamba. He is also the first classical composer to work with the electric viola da gamba ensemble, Elysian Fields. Kerry was Musica Viva Australia’s...
by philip | Dec 16, 2019 | Blog, Commissions and New Music, Elysian Fields, Uncategorized
In Swedish, Fika (pron. “fee-ka”) refers to a moment when we slow down and enjoy the good things of life. For viola da gambist, Jenny Eriksson, and her unique electric viola da gamba ensemble, Elysian Fields, it is also the title given to their new...
by philip | Nov 30, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
It is a sad fact that one of the most important music programs in Australia gets remarkably little publicity despite its amazing scale, reach, impact and quality. A new opera production will be lavished with attention in the print media and on-line – and there is...
by philip | May 25, 2019 | Blog, General, Marin Marais
On May 31, 2019, the great viola da gambist and composer, Marin Marais turns 363. From the point of view of Sydney, Australia, where I live and work, what are we to make of him and his legacy? This year, May 31 takes on special importance for The Marais Project as on...
by philip | May 13, 2019 | Blog, Elysian Fields, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
Program On May 26 The Marais Project celebrates our 20th Anniversary with a joint concert with Elysian Fields, my electric viola da gamba ensemble. We also welcome Swedish gambist, Leif Henrikson to Australia and to The Marais Project. The program is below. First Half...
by philip | Apr 27, 2019 | Blog, Marin Marais, Maris Project Concerts
Viola da gambist and musical adventurer, Jenny Eriksson, founded The Marais Project in 2000 with a vision to play the complete works of Marin Marais, the great French baroque viola da gambist and composer. They are currently 85% through this massive task. The group...
