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Ensemble Trivium presents ‘HAYD’N SEEK’, chamber music for flute, viola, cello & piano. Renowned for their imaginative, vibrant programming and inspired combinations of instruments, Ensemble Trivium presents the first concert of its 2023 season in the intimate and relaxed ambience of Brisbane’s iconic Old Museum. An up, close and personal experience of music that will enrich you, thrill you and make your heart sing! The program traverses the sublime simplicity of sparkling Haydn to the ravishingly lush sounds of rarely heard French master Maurice Duruflé, bridged by three exhilarating duos showcasing some of the best of current compositions, including young, Queensland composer Connor D’Netto. 1790 marked the start of an expansive and more lucrative time for Joseph Haydn. Finally free of the shackles of the Esterhazys, after Prince Nikolaus’ death and the disbanding of the court orchestra, Haydn was invited to London where he was hugely popular, already having dominated the concert scene for quite some time. 1790 was also the year when he wrote three piano trios with the flute replacing the violin, catering to the taste of the English aristocracy and bourgeoisie who favoured the flute in this setting. Caroline Shaw has emerged as one of America’s finest contemporary composers and is the youngest ever music Pulitzer prize winner. Her music is exhilarating, always engaging, and often profoundly moving. ‘Limestone & Felt’ is a whimsical, mystical pizzicatoing cascade of texture. Guillaume Connesson is a giant of the French contemporary musical scene and a favourite around the world. Toccata-Nocturne is a short, heart-racing, virtuosic, fun and wild ride which will have you at the edge of your seat! In stark juxtaposition, Brisbane based young composer Connor D’Netto offers a reprieve with his flute and viola duo ‘Parallel.’ “It’s all about energy. Two seperate bodies, moving, shifting. It’s gradual. A process. Not simply growing or fading. Changing. Continuously.” To conclude the concert, be immersed in the rich and warm, choral inspired embrace of the ‘Prelude, Recitatif et Variations’ by French organist and composer, Maurice Duruflé. Composed in 1928, this underrated and rarely performed masterpiece will leave you feeling uplifted and recharged.

Featured non-Australian music: Josef HAYDN: Trio in D-major Hob XV:16; Caroline SHAW Limestone & Felt; Guillaume CONNESSON: Toccata-Nocturne; Maurice DURUFLÉ: Prélude, Récitatif et Variations op. 3

Further information for this event is available online at the event's website or by email to oldmuseum@qyo.org.au