![[VIC] Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Free Concerts @ Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Wed 5 Feb; Sat 8 Feb; Fri 14 Feb](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/n/93/513693.jpg?h=8e25b67d)
Our first performance at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl will be dedicated to those affected by the devastating bushfires across Australia. The MSO is partnering with the Australian Red Cross to continue to raise funds for those who need it most.
For more than 90 years, Melbourne summers have been punctuated by the MSO’s annual free concert series. Join us for one, two or all three nights in February as we play under the stars. Admission is FREE and gates open at 4.30pm, entry is on a first-in basis.
Around the World with the MSO
5 February at 7.30pm
Deborah Cheetham AO soprano (Yorta Yorta)
Tianyi Lu conductor
Emily Sun violin
Deborah Cheetham Long time living here – Musical Acknowledgement of Country
Jordan Moore A Call to Adventure – Cybec Young Composer in Residence, MSO Commission and World Premiere
Matthew Hindson Violin Concerto Australian Postcards
Dvořák Symphony No.9 From the New World
Dance, Dance, Dance
8 February at 7.30pm
Benjamin Northey conductor
Shauntai Batzke soprano, Wiradjuri Short Black Opera principal artist
Yaron Lifschitz and Libby McDonnell director/choreographer
Katie Noonan soprano
e.motion21 dancers
Deborah Cheetham Long time living here – Musical Acknowledgement of Country
Dvořák Carnival Overture
Bartók The Miraculous Mandarin Suite
Elena Kats-Chernin Wild Swans
Ravel La Valse
The MSO is excited to welcome one of our education partners, Melbourne Youth Orchestras, who will perform from 6pm. Be sure to arrive early!
La Dolce Vita
14 February at 7.30pm
Benjamin Northey conductor
MSO Horn Quartet
Wagner The Flying Dutchman Overture
Khachaturian Adagio from Spartacus
Richard Mills Island Signal Island Song – MSO Commission and World Premiere
Respighi Fountains of Rome
Respighi Pines of Rome
Dvořák Symphony No.9 is absolutely amazing! We go to these event every year.
Tips - BYO picnic rug, sometimes they give them out but I think that's only the mazda events. Always bring wet wipes, and a book if you're coming early to get a good spot.
We always arrive about an hour before and sit towards the back. If flying solo you might be able to get a seat still.