Australian Chamber Orchestra

Richard Tognetti

Carolina Eyck

Tamara Anna Cislowska

### Explore new musical frontiers as you take a deep dive into the thrilling soundworld of the theremin, the world’s first electronic instrument.

**The Australian Chamber Orchestra is celebrating fifty years in 2025 and is one of the most acclaimed chamber orchestras in the world, renowned for their inspired programming, unrivalled virtuosity, energy and individuality. Under the direction of Artistic Director Richard Tognetti, they take audiences on an adventure to create truly transformative experiences.**

The theremin is utterly unique. It’s a sound you’ve definitely heard, even if you’ve never heard of it. Following the success of our sold-out tour of _A Clockwork Orange & Beyond_ comes this series showcasing the range and power of the world’s first electronic instrument.

Richard Tognetti directs an eclectic program starring Carolina Eyck, the internationally renowned superstar of the theremin. When Eyck plays, she stands poised, hands aloft, making intricate moves but touching nothing. Out pours a melody that speaks of other worlds. It looks, and sounds, like magic.

The theremin can create a thousand different colours and moods. Come with us as we experience them all: serenity and beauty, longing and danger, mystery and wonder. From the swinging sounds of The Beach Boys and the unmistakable _Star Trek_ theme, to a new commission from Australian composer Holly Harrison, and closing with the riotous thrumming of the _Flight of the Bumblebee_, this is a concert full of fun that will take you to other worlds.

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Bach to the Beach Boys & Beyond

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Australian Chamber Orchestra – Bach to the Beach Boys & Beyond

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