A Morning with the ACO Collective Quartet

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Glasshouse Theatre

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Glasshouse Port Macquarie and The Australian Chamber Orchestra present:

A Morning with the ACO Collective Quartet

Treat yourself to a morning of classical music with the ACO Collective Quartet.

This engaging and intimate performance will feature classical masterworks by Bach, Beethoven and Dvořák, alongside contemporary works by Philip Glass and Caroline Shaw, interspersed with delightfully informative introductions to the music.

Acclaimed for the energy and dynamism of their performances, the ACO Collective Quartet is made up of graduates from the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s renowned Emerging Artist Program.

Repertoire:

JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH (arr. Calvin Bowman) – O Mensch, bewein' dein' Sünde groß, BWV622 (5′)

CAROLINE SHAW – Entr'acte, for string quartet (12′)

PHILIP GLASS – String Quartet No.3 "Mishima" (9′)

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN – String Quartet No.1 in F major, Op.18 No.1: II. Adagio affettuoso ed appassionato (9′)

ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK – Terzetto in C major, Op.74: III Scherzo (4′)

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART – String Quartet No.17 in B-flat major, K.458 "Hunt": I. Allegro (8′)

TRADITIONAL (arr. Danish String Quartet) – Wood Works: Sekstur from Vendsyssel – The Peat Dance (4′)

Download The Program(PDF, 103KB)

Exclusive Offers for ACO Ticket Holders

Treat yourself to a memorable morning of music and a little extra indulgence before or after the performance with these enticing and exclusive offers:

Port Central Pantry (Level 2, Food Court)

Enjoy 10% off all food and beverages on show day. Whether it's a pre-show coffee and cake or a post-show toastie, it’s the perfect way to complement your musical escape. Simply present your ACO ticket when paying.

*Offer valid only on Thursday 8 May 2025 for ACO ticket holders. Must present a valid show ticket. Additional conditions at the discretion of Port Central Pantry management.

Birdrock Bar & Grill

Purchase a delicious lunch with two main meals and receive either a complimentary bottle of wine or one complimentary entrée – your choice! To redeem this offer, simply reserve your table in advance and show your current Glasshouse ticket upon arrival. Click here to book or call 6583 0808.

*Offer valid for current Glasshouse show ticket holders. Not available with other discounts. Subject to availability. Advance booking required. Offer ends 30 Dec 2025.

Part of Glasshouse SELECT 2025 Theatre Program

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