Heralding from a sold-out final concert from 2017, Friends of Music Series return in 2018 with a stellar lineup of top Melbourne emerging musicians, boasting from a variety of styles ranging from classical, folk to contemporary performances.
October concert showcases the following programs:
2pm, Pictures At An Exhibition (Yiyun Gu, piano)
3.30pm, Gemma Tully & The Thornbirds
(voice, electric & acoustic guitars, double bass)
About the Artists
Yiyun Gu (piano)
3.30pm, Gemma Tully & The Thornbirds
(voice, electric & acoustic guitars, double bass)
About the Artists
Yiyun Gu (piano)
Chinese-born Australian pianist Yiyun Gu appears on stage frequently as a soloist and chamber musician.
Yiyun started her piano training at the age of 3, and made her first appearance of playing concerto with orchestra at the age of 12. She won prizes at several youth piano competitions when she was in Shanghai. After completed two degrees in economics (Shanghai Jiao Tong University) and commerce (University of Melbourne), Yiyun decided to devote herself to music performance and teaching, with the passion for sharing her love of music with audiences and students.
Yiyun completed her Master of Music at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music with Stephen McIntyre AM in 2013. She traveled to UK and Italy to participate in music festivals and study master classes with many world-renowned musicians. She was the recipient of the 3rd prize in the 2015 ASKM Gold Coast Open Piano Competition, and the Finalist Awards in 2012 and 2014 Australian National Piano Award. In Australia, Yiyun performed in Melbourne Town Hall and Governmen House Victoria, and for 2017 Port Fairy Spring Music Festival, 2016 Brunswick Beethoven Festival, 2013 ‘3MBS’ Beethoven Marathon at Federation Square, Music Lovers’ Society of Victoria, Allen House Concert Series at Ormond College, etc.
Gemma Tully & The Thornbirds (voice, acoustic & electric guitars, double bass)
2018 FOMS is excited to work with Collaboration Connection, whom presents Gemma Tully & The Thornbirds as one of our October artists.
Folk-jazz-chamber ensemble Gemma Tully & The Thornbirds play contemporary original music. Luscious vocal harmonies, guitar and double bass combine to create a truly fresh and unique sound. The music moves fluidly between song form and improvisation, as well-crafted melodies illuminate charming lyrics. GT & The Thornbirds features four of Melbourne’s most generous spirited improvising musicians: Max West (electric and acoustic guitars), Daniel Beinke (double bass), Bianca Kyriacou (voice), and Gemma Tully (voice). Years of
friendship have cultivated a sense of sensitivity and compassion between the musicians as they playfully interpret and re-interpret Gemma’s songs.
Watch this space!
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About the 2018 FOMS
Concerts at St. George's proudly presents the 2018 FOMS, showcasing top Melbourne emerging musicians!
Concerts at St. George's is voluntarily managed by a team of musicians with the vision to establish St. George’s Anglican Church in Travancore as a new music performance venue in Melbourne’s inner northwest. Aligned with this vision is the annual Friends of Music Series (FOMS), showcasing top Melbourne emerging musicians.
Your support for the local arts scene will be tremendously appreciated, with all proceeds from the 2017 FOMS concerts directly contributing to further enhancing the performance space at St. George's. The proceeds will also speak volumes for continuing the fundraising spirit for the Moonee Valley City community, and for continuing the vision for quality, affordable concert-going experiences for the local communities.
Stay tuned for more updates at www.concertsatstg.org!
The 2018 FOMS is proudly supported by CutCommon Magazine.
Terms and Conditions for Concert Day Pass
1. One name per Day Pass
2. Day Passes are not name-transferable
3. Day Passes are not compatible with any Promo Codes
4. Day Passes are valid for only one Concert Day
5. Day Passes are not redeemable for cash
Please present proof of purchase at the door for valid entry.
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Location
St. George's Anglican Church, Travancore
55 Lucknow St, Travancore VIC 3032, Australia
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