Informal Concerts
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Relaxed concerts with a playful, cosy, atmosphere. Often with audience interaction.
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For age 0-4, especially children new to concerts and those who enjoy a fun, engaging experience.
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May allow or encourage movement, especially for young children.
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Formal Concerts
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Traditional concerts focused on attentive listening and musical appreciation.
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For ages 4+ with some music experience, and those who enjoy a focused musical experience.
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Feature a seated setting where stillness and attentiveness are expected during the performance.
Lunchbreak Concert
Venue
Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium or Music
Dates and Times
Wednesday & Thursday WEEKLY 12:30pm
Event Duration
Approx. 60 minutes
Affordability
Free entry, gold coin donation
CATS the Musical
Venue
Theatre Royal Sydney
Dates and Times
17 June - 6 Sep
Event Duration
2.5 hour
Affordability
$69.9-179.9 +$9.2 booking fee
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
4+
low
Orchestra and Singing and Dancing
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
Memory from Cats: Watch
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC
Peter and the Wolf
Venue
Concert Hall Sydney Opera House
Dates and Times
Saturday 23 August 2025 10:30am
Saturday 23 August 2025 1:00pm
Event Duration
45 mins
Affordability
$37 -$45 + ($8.95 booking fee)
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
5+
low
Orchestra
30 mins
Enchanting, programmatic, spirited
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
PROKOFIEV Peter & the Wolf watch
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC
Met Concert: Dvorak 8
Venue
Marrickville Town Hall
Dates and Times
Sunday 31st August 3:00 pm
Event Duration
90 minutes with interval
Affordability
$24 - $57
Bach in the Dark - Music for Cello and Double Bass - The Living Bach
Venue
St. James Church
Dates and Times
Sat 18 Oct 2025 7pm
Event Duration
1.25 hrs
Affordability
$45
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
4+
medium
Cello, double bass
Varies
adventurous, electronic, baroque, contrasting
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
Rachel and Ben have chosen music either by J.S. Bach, or music by living composers.
Assisted by sound technician, Ben Sibson, the concert will feature works by Richard Chrlton (who will write something especially for these concerts, inspired by Bach), Carl Vine, Jon Rose, David Pereira, Raf Marcellino and Ben Ward.
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC
What is Understanding Level?
Low: Music that is universally pleasant and straightforward, typically from the Classical or Romantic periods, or akin to popular movie scores. Pieces are short, usually under 8 minutes, making them approachable and easy for general audiences.
Medium: Includes a broader range of styles such as Baroque, Impressionist, and some Contemporary pieces. While still pleasant, the repertoire may contain less commonly performed works with academic value. The pieces may be longer, up to 15 minutes, offering a more varied listening experience.
High: Designed for the seasoned or professional listener, this level spans all genres and includes pieces of any duration. It may feature complex structures, dissonance, or avant-garde elements that require more focused listening and a deep appreciation of musical theory and history.
Explore More Concerts & Hear It Before You Go
There are more beautiful concerts out there! We recommend visiting websites like Classikon, or checking directly with venue websites such as the Opera House, City Recital Hall, Sydney Conservatorium, Riverside Theatre, and Capitol Theatre. These venues are the original sources for the concert information we share, and you can use them too. If you're unsure whether a concert is right for you, check their program and copy and paste the pieces' title and composer's name into YouTube to listen to a preview. This can help you decide if it's a concert you'd like to attend.