MOTETS for Versailles

In a special collaboration under the direction of Michael Fulcher, Melbourne Baroque Orchestra and Polyphonic Voices will present two astonishingly beautiful 'grand motets' by Jean-Baptiste Lully and Michel-Richard De Lalande, which were created for the great occasions of court life at Versailles. The orchestra will be led by Tim Willis violin, with oboist Adam Masters heading an extensive woodwind section.

7.30pm Friday 9 October
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Nelson Place, Williamstown
Tickets available now: $40 / $35 / $20 / under 12 free 

7.30pm Saturday 10 October
Our Lady Of Mt Carmel
Cnr Richardson and Wright Streets, Middle Park
Tickets available now: $50 / $35 / $20 / under 12 free 

Public Lecture by Sir James MacMillan

Musical Catholicity in the 21st Century: A Composer Reflects

As part of this special public lecture and panel discussion hosted by Australian Catholic University, leading contemporary composer Sir James MacMillan will conduct Polyphonic Voices in the Australian premiere of his Salve Regina (2025. commissioned by ACU), as well as selections from his Strathclyde Motets. More details of the event are available here.

5.30-7pm Friday 27 November
Cathedral Hall
20-22 Brunswick St, Fitzroy
Tickets available now: $20 (includes light refreshments following the event)