Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney | Hayllar Music Tours
Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney | Hayllar Music Tours
Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
MAXIM VENGEROV IN RECITAL, With Opera & MUsic in Sydney
8–11 AUGUST 2024 (4 DAYS) | ONE OPERA PERFORMANCE, ONE ORCHESTRAL CONCERT, ONE VIOLIN RECITAL, EXCLUSIVE TALKS & GOURMET MEALS
Celebrating his 50th birthday, Maxim Vengerov, ‘the world's greatest violinist’ (The Times) and the multi-award-winning superstar of the classical world, takes the stage of the Sydney Opera House. Accompanied by the brilliant pianist Polina Osetinskaya, the two will delight with a program including works by Ravel, Franck and Prokofiev.
In addition to this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear this incredible violinist in recital, this short-break tour to Sydney also includes Mozart’s luminous opera Così fan tutte directed by David McVicar, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra with their Chief Conductor Simone Young performing Mendelssohn’s sparkling Violin Concerto with violin sensation Augustin Hadelich and Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 8 (1887 edition).
AUD$3,995 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE
LOYALTY CLUB PRICE: AUD$3,795.25
Single supplement: AUD$670
Deposit payment 1: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due at time of booking)
Deposit payment 2: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due on 8 April 2024)
Final payment due: 5 June 2024
PLACES AVAILABLE
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Overview | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Overview
Overview | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Overview
Performances
Premium seats to Opera Australia’s production of Mozart’s Così fan tutte directed by David McVicar at the Sydney Opera House, Joan Sutherland Theatre.
Premium seats to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto with violinist Augustin Hadelich and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 8 (1887 edition) at the Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall.
Premium seats to a recital with violinist Maxim Vengerov and pianist Polina Osetinskaya, performing works by Ravel, Franck and Prokofiev at the Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall.
OVERVIEW
Premium tickets to the performances listed above.
Private talks on the music we will hear from our distinguished Tour Leader Graham Abbott.
An exclusive Q&A with a singer performing in Mozart’s Così fan tutte.
Two gourmet group meals at two of Sydney’s top dining destinations.
Three nights staying at the luxurious and centrally located 5-star InterContinental Sydney staying in an Eastern Harbour View King Room.
Travel in a small group (maximum 20 people) giving you the opportunity to get to know your fellow guests and to enjoy one-on-one time with your expert Tour Leader.
TOUR LEADER
GRAHAM ABBOTT
Sydney-born Graham Abbott is a Music Education graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium and later studied conducting with Myer Fredman. Over more than 30 years, his conducting career has seen him work with all the major Australian orchestras, opera companies and choirs. He was Conductor-in-Residence at the University of Adelaide (1986-88), Associate Conductor of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra from 1993-97 and Musical Director of Melbourne Chorale (now MSO Chorus) 1994-97. In 1997, Graham was acting Chorus Master of the Chorus of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, during which time he conducted concerts with the Edinburgh Royal Choral Union, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, and the Ulster Orchestra.
An experienced conductor of opera, Graham’s repertoire includes Fidelio, Aida, L'Elisir d'amore, Julius Caesar, Orlando, The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, La traviata, Il trovatore, Don Pasquale, Un ballo in maschera, The Pearl Fishers and Pelléas et Mélisande. He was also Assistant Conductor for the Australian premiere season of John Adams’ Nixon in China at the 1992 Adelaide Festival. Recent engagements include The Barber of Seville for State Opera South Australia, Messiah with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and returns to the Adelaide Symphony, APO, Festival of Voices, Hobart.
Graham is also one of Australia's most highly-respected music educators. He presented Keys to Music on ABC Classic from 2003 to 2017 and is in demand as a speaker and teacher around Australia. He also established Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra’s Unwrap the Music series and continued to conduct that series until 2022.
Hotel
Intercontinental Sydney
Situated in a beautiful, historic 19th-century building in Circular Quay, the 5-star InterContinental Sydney is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney, near Circular Quay, and overlooking the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Complete with a $120 million refurbishment elevating guest rooms and public spaces, a new era of luxury awaits at the hotel. The hotel offers a range of unique dining experiences, including creative cocktails and artful dining with uninterrupted views across Sydney’s skyline at Aster, on Level 32. 24-hour room service is also provided, and there is a 24-hour fitness centre.
The tour cost includes an Eastern Harbour View King Room.
Upgrade options are available as follows:
Upgrade to a Sydney Opera House View King Room for AUD$600 for the full duration of your stay (subject to availability).
Select your upgrade option when booking below, or contact us on 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181.
8–11 AUGUST 2024 (4 DAYS)
AUD$3,995 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE
Single supplement: AUD$670
PLACES AVAILABLE
Itinerary | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Itinerary
Itinerary | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Itinerary
ITINERARY
DAY 1 | THURSDAY 8 August 2024
1ST OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY
ARRIVE SYDNEY & OPERA PERFORMANCE (C):
Guests arrive at the luxury 5-star InterContinental Sydney, set within the beautifully restored Treasury Building of 1851. It is conveniently positioned in the heart of Sydney’s CBD and has panoramic views of Sydney Harbour. Check-in is at 3:00pm and we recommend arriving at this time.
In the late afternoon, we gather for the first of our talks with our distinguished Tour Leader Graham Abbott. This talk will cover the opera we will hear this evening, Mozart’s luminous Così fan tutte. Following our talk, we enjoy a welcome drinks and canapés reception to meet our fellow guests.
After getting to know our fellow guests and Tour Leader, we depart for the short, picturesque walk to the iconic Sydney Opera House for the first of our performances. This evening, in the Joan Sutherland Theatre, we enjoy Opera Australia’s production of Così fan tutte.
OPERA PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, JOAN SUTHERLAND THEATRE, 7:00pm
Mozart Così fan tutte
Zoe Zeniodi conductor
David McVicar director
Andy Morton revival director
Nardus Williams Fiordiligi
Helen Sherman Dorabella
Nathan Lay Guglielmo
Filipe Manu Ferrando
Alexandra Oomens Despina
Richard Anderson Don Alfonso
Opera Australia Orchestra
Opera Australia Chorus
Following the performance, we make our way back to the InterContinental Sydney for a restful night ahead of tomorrow’s activities or to enjoy a nightcap on the hotel’s rooftop Aster Bar.
DAY 2 | FRIDAY 9 AUGUST 2024
2ND OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY
MORNING TALK, Q&A, LUNCH & ORCHESTRAL PERFORMANCE (B, L):
This morning, following a delicious breakfast at our 5-star hotel, we enjoy the second of our morning talks with Tour Leader Graham Abbott. In this morning’s talk, Graham will cover the music we will hear over the following two days, this evening’s concert with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and tomorrow’s recital with violinist Maxim Vengerov and pianist Polina Osetinskaya.
Following our talk, we will be joined by one of the singers from last night’s opera performance for an exclusive Q&A hosted by Graham Abbott. We will be able to find out more about singing Mozart and performing on the stage of the Sydney Opera House, with ample opportunity allowed for guests to ask questions of their own.
Following our enlightening morning discussions, we gather at one of Sydney’s finest dining establishments for a delicious 3-course lunch overlooking the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour.
Following our lunch together, we return to our hotel to rest ahead of this evening’s concert. Alternatively, rather than returning to the hotel, you might like to visit the nearby Museum of Contemporary Art, located just a short walk from our hotel. The Museum of Contemporary Art, with its perfect location overlooking Circular Quay is the most visited contemporary art museum in the world and houses a great free permanent collection and a constantly changing series of visiting exhibitions.
This evening, we attend an orchestral performance at the Sydney Opera House by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and violin sensation Augustin Hadelich.
ORCHESTRAL PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, CONCERT HALL, 8:00pm
Simone Young conductor
Augustin Hadelich violin
Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
Bruckner Symphony No. 8 (1887 edition)
Following the concert, we stroll back to our hotel.
DAY 3 | SATURDAY 10 AUGUST 2024
3RD OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY
VIOLIN RECITAL AND FAREWELL DINNER (B, D):
This morning is free to enjoy our comfortable hotel, or to do some more exploring of Sydney. Guests might like to visit the nearby Museum of Sydney, celebrating the city’s rich history, or wander a little further afield through The Domain to the Art Gallery of New South Wales. At the time of our tour, the exhibition Alphonse Mucha - Spirit of Art Nouveau will be showing, showcasing the work of one of art’s great stylistic innovators, Alphonse Mucha (1860–1939) who created some of the most instantly recognisable and best-loved works in modern European art.
Following our free morning, we return to the Sydney Opera House for one last performance, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear violinist Maxim Vengerov in recital, with pianist Polina Osetinskaya, performing works by Ravel, Franck and Prokofiev.
RECITAL PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, CONCERT HALL, 2:00pm
Maxim Vengerov conductor
Polina Osetinskaya piano
Including works by Ravel, Franck and Prokofiev
Following what is sure to be an incredible afternoon of music-making, we enjoy an early evening farewell dinner, at another of Sydney’s top dining spots, before returning to our hotel.
DAY 4 | SUNDAY 11 AUGUST 2024
TOUR ENDS
Following our final breakfast at the hotel, the tour concludes.
Inclusions | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Inclusions
Inclusions | Maxim Vengerov in Recital, with Opera & Music in Sydney
Inclusions
INCLUSIONS
8–11 AUGUST 2024 (4 DAYS)
AUD$3,995 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE
Single supplement: AUD$670
Deposit payment 1: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due at time of booking)
Deposit payment 2: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due on 8 April 2024)
Final payment due: 5 June 2024
INCLUSIONS:
Performances: Premium seats to a performance of Mozart’s Così fan tutte by Opera Australia at the Sydney Opera House, Joan Sutherland Theatre, an orchestral performance by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall, and a recital performance by Maxim Vengerov and Polina Osetinskaya at the Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall.
Tour Leader and Talks: Tour Leadership and two exclusive private talks by Graham Abbott, and an exclusive Q&A.
Tour Manager: An experienced Tour Manager to accompany the group throughout the tour.
Hotels: Three nights' accommodation at the centrally located 5-star InterContinental Sydney, in an Eastern Harbour View King Room. Porterage of one piece of luggage at the hotel.
Travel: Short journeys throughout the tour will be on foot.
Meals/Drinks: Breakfast each morning at the hotel. Two lunches/dinners with wine, water and tea/coffee, and one welcome drinks reception with canapés.
Tips: Tips for drivers, local guides and meals included in your itinerary.
Information Pack: Comprehensive pre-tour information pack.
EXCLUSIONS:
International/Domestic Travel: Hayllar Music Tours can provide you with a quote. Phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com
Airport Transfers: Transfers to/from airports and hotels at the beginning and end of the tour. These can be arranged at an additional cost.
Travel Insurance: Please note that travel insurance is recommended for tours within Australia. Hayllar Music Tours can organise your travel insurance for you. Please contact them at phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com
Meals: Lunches and dinners not nominated in your itinerary.
Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and mini-bar.
Activities in Free Time: Costs associated with any activities suggested for you in your free time.
SMALL GROUP SIZE
The tour will operate with 8 people. The maximum number on the tour will be 20 people.
FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED - LEVEL 1
All members of the group must feel comfortable walking for the short distances between the hotel and the Sydney Opera House and nearby restaurants.
BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS
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DEPOSIT ONLY | AUD$1,500 PER PERSON
8–11 AUGUST 2024 (4 DAYS) | ONE OPERA PERFORMANCE, ONE ORCHESTRAL CONCERT, ONE VIOLIN RECITAL, EXCLUSIVE TALKS & GOURMET MEALS