The Metropolitan Orchestras (TMO) concert on February 20 will be the first in a uniquely designed 2021 concert season which will see all of TMO’s mainstage Met concerts presented from charming and intimate local venues.

Led by Chief Conductor Sarah-Grace Williams with TMO’s dynamic string section, the String Fantasy performance includes works from two well-known Australian composers along with two fabulous pieces from international composers.

The evening commences with a premiere from acclaimed Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin who has created a new orchestration of ‘Fast Blue Village’ specifically for this ensemble.

Following is the ‘Carmen Fantasy for Flute and Strings’ by Bizet which has been arranged by Brett Thompson and features TMO Principal Flute, Svetlana Yaroslavskaya.

Paul Stanhope’s ‘Morning Star’ and Asger Hamerik’s ‘Symphony Number 6 ‘will complete this showcase evening to kick off TMO’s exciting and distinctive 2021 season.

Conductor: Sarah-Grace Williams
Soloist: Svetlana Yaroslavskaya

‘Met Concert #1 String Fantasy’ will take place at Petersham Town Hall on Saturday 20th February, 2021.

Due to Covid, live access to this event will be strictly limited.

http://www.metorchestra.com.au/tickets/