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.

Lucas & Arthur Jussen in Recital (Four Hands and Two Pianos)
Venue
Sydney Opera House
Dates and Times
Monday, 31 August 2026 7:00pm
Event Duration
105 min
Affordability
$30-$147
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
8+
Medium
Two pianos
10-30 min
Classical/Impressionist/Neoclassical
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
MOZART - Sonata in D for Piano 4 Hands, K381 [Watch]
SCHUBERT - Fantasy for Piano 4 Hands, D940 [Watch]
RAVEL - La Valse (for two pianos) [Watch]
STRAVINSKY - The Rite of Spring (for two pianos) [Watch]
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC

Lucas & Arthur Jussen perform Poulenc (With Stéphane Denève)
Venue
Sydney Opera House
Dates and Times
Thursday, 3 September 2026 7:00pm
Friday, 4 September 2026 7:00pm
Saturday, 5 September 2026 2:00pm
Event Duration
115 min
Affordability
$30-$147
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
8+
Medium
Orchestra and two pianos
10-25 min
Classical/Romantic
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
POULENC - Les Animaux Modèles: Suite* [Listen]
POULENC - Concerto for Two Pianos [Watch]
BERLIOZ - The Roman Carnival Overture* [Watch]
RESPIGHI - Pines of Rome [Watch]
* Does not appear in the performance on Thursday 3 September
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC

Trio Histoire
Venue
The Concourse, Chatswood
Dates and Times
30 September, 2026, 11:00 am
Event Duration
40 min
Affordability
$15-$53
Age Level
Understanding Level
Instrumentation
Piece Duration
Style/Energy
3+
Low
Saxophone, Guitar, and Violin
3 to 8 min
Contemporary/Fun/Playful
HEAR IT BEFORE YOU GO
Rudy WIEDOEFT Sax-o-phun [Watch]
Celso MACHADO Musiques populaires brésiliennes [Watch]
Jacques IBERT Entr’acte [Watch]
Barry COCKCROFT Rock Me! [Watch]
Felicity WILCOX Tambourin
Nick RUSSONIELLO Werri Dance II [Watch]
UNDERSTAND THE MUSIC
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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.
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