Join the Choirs and Ensembles from the Clarence Valley Conservatorium as we celebrate the end of another year and the festive season. Bring your singing voices for a carols sing-along.
Date: Monday 11th December 2023
Time: 6:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $10, Children Free
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The first Sunday Series Concert for 2024 is a percussion performance by Adam Wills, the Director of Clarence Valley Conservatorium. Join us for a rhythmic journey led by his masterful beats, exploring the diverse world of percussion. Don't miss this unique Sunday concert, where passion, talent and artistry collide in a mesmerizing showcase.
Date: Sunday 25th February 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Child $10
United by their passion to bring audiences music they love, Hamish and Emma-Shay are excited to showcase the varied and rich expressive capabilities of the guitar duo as an ensemble.
Contra Guitar Duo has performed extensively in Europe and Australia. Performance highlights include the Dubai World Expo, Staatsoper Hamburg, Melbourne Guitar Festival and the Darmstädter Gitarrentage.
Date: Saturday 9th March 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $35, Concession $25, Child $15
The CVCon Orchestra assembles for its 2024 concert, featuring rock and pop hits of the last 50 years.
Join us for an electrifying evening, where orchestral brilliance meets the rhythm of your favourite chart-toppers in an unforgettable musical celebration.
Featuring the voices of high school students from across the Clarence Valley.
Date: Friday 22nd March 2024
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $15
Strings'n'Things presents a magical Kids Concert, a whimsical musical adventure that sparks joy in every little heart. Join us for a toe-tapping, finger-snapping journey filled with enchanting melodies and playful tunes. It's a concert where laughter, rhythm and the joy of music come together to create an unforgettable experience for our littlest audience members.
Date: Saturday 11th May 2024
Time: 10:30am
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Free - tickets available via button below.
The duo team of Jayne Logan and Greta Enns returns for their 2024 concert. Featuring an afternoon of piano duets and duos plus works for accordion and piano.
Date: Sunday 26th May 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Child $10
The CVCon Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band are joined by guest ensembles from the Conservatorium and from schools around the Clarence Valley, for an afternoon of music in the park. Bring a rug and picnic and enjoy an afternoon of music.
Date: Sunday 2nd June 2024
Time: 2:00pm
Venue: Market Square, Grafton
Cost: Free - tickets not required
CVCon flute tutor Sharon Davidge takes to the stage as part of the 2024 Sunday Series.
Sharon is a seasoned performer and her concerts are always entertaining and insightful.
Date: Sunday 28th July 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $10
While Emma’s voice and style are unique, and individually her own, her performances are reminiscent of the classic era of jazz, when swing was top of the charts. Her talent was first spotted by internationally renowned Jazz great James Morrison, when she was just 16 years old.
She joined his band as the lead vocalist at 16, and went on to spend a solid 20 years touring the world with Morrison.
Date: Saturday 17th August 2024
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $35, Concession $25, Children $15
Listening with the Body is a journey through the powerfully moving resonances of the harp. Together Alice & Moran create a space for the audience to explore the art of listening. Moran draws on meditative and sensory awareness practices to help us listen in a deeply embodied way to the harp, our inner worlds, each other, and the music.
Date: Sunday 22nd September 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $35, Concession $25, Children $15
Audience favourite and all round entertainer Ryan Enns shows his innate musicality with a varied program of music for guitar. There are sure to be some surprises included as well.
Date: Sunday 29th September 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $10
Returning to the Clarence Valley in 2024 is the highly acclaimed Acacia Quartet. Featuring string quartets by Tchaikovsky and Schostakovich as well as a special guest marimba performance by CVCon Director Adam Wills.
Date: Sunday 20th October 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $35, Concession $25, Children $15
Luke Gough brings us his 2024 Sunday Series concert, showcasing his musicianship with a wide variety of music and genres.
From heavy metal through to delicate guitar work this is surely a concert experience not to be missed.
Date: Sunday 27th October 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $10
Get ready to rock your socks off with the electrifying 'We Will Rock You: Schools Edition'! This high-energy musical, inspired by the legendary music of Queen, takes centre stage as a group of rebellious youth battles against a futuristic society devoid of rock 'n' roll.
Packed with iconic Queen hits and a fresh, youth-driven energy, this Schools Edition of 'We Will Rock You' promises a dynamic and unforgettable theatrical experience for all ages. Join us for a musical journey that will have you singing, dancing, and rocking to the beat!
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Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $10
The teachers of the Conservatorium join forces to honour the Patroness Saint of Musicians. Come along and see the wonderful musicians we have here on the teaching staff of the Conservatorium. Performances will include a variety of solos and duets from CVCon teachers and guests.
Date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $30, Concession $20, Children $10
This concert presents an eclectic mix of music from various cultures and genres. The band takes the audience on a musical journey, beginning with a lively Swedish contemporary folk cover of Väsen, followed by a sultry French gypsy bossa.
The band also showcases their ability to weave together traditional and contemporary sounds, with a Swedish traditional wedding polska.
Presented in association with Musica Viva Australia.
Date: Thursdy 28th November 2024
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Clarence Valley Conservatorium (CVCon), 8 Villiers St, Grafton
Cost: Adults $35, Concession $25, Children $15