Australian Music Centre | Breaking sound barriers

Event Details

Join the Australian Youth Orchestra as they perform three sweeping works inspired by the tenacity of the human spirit in times of darkness. Ngapa William Cooper was born out of a rich collaboration between Nigel Westlake, Lior, and Dr Lou Bennett AM, with additional lyrics by Sarah Gory. With Westlake leading from the podium, these artists will bring their dynamic stage presence to the orchestral premiere commissioned by AYO. This work explores the strength and compassion of Yorta Yorta activist Uncle William Cooper. The performance will open with Westlake’s The Glass Soldier, dedicated to WW1 veteran and artist Nelson Ferguson. This will be followed by Beneath the Waves, from Westlake’s 2022 score for motion picture Blueback, featuring star cellist Sharon Grigoryan.

This concert will also be performed at Llewellyn Hall, Canberra on Sunday 9 July. For more information, head to ayo.com.au

Nigel WESTLAKE The Glass Soldier – Suite
Nigel WESTLAKE Beneath the Waves (orchestral premiere)
Nigel WESTLAKE, LIOR, Lou BENNETT, additional lyric content Sarah GORY Ngapa William Cooper (orchestral premiere)

Performers
Nigel Westlake
Lior
Dr Lou Bennett AM
Sharon Grigoryan
The Australian Youth Orchestra

Further information for this event is available online at the event's website or by phone on +61 2 9250 7111 or by email to info@ayo.com.au

Featured artists

• Presented by Australian Youth Orchestra
• New work by Nigel Westlake