Australian Festival of Chamber Music

🎟 AFCM 2025 TICKETS NOW ON SALE – DON’T MISS OUT! 🎉 The countdown is over, and the moment is HERE! The most magical 9 days of chamber music are waiting for you in Townsville-Gurambilbarra from 25 July – 2 August 2025. Book your tickets online today. 🌴🎶 ✨ 36 World-class musicians from around the world ✨ 33 breathtaking concerts & special events ✨ Exclusive performances & Festival-only experiences 🎫 Tickets are selling fast – secure yours now before they’re gone! This is your chance to experience unforgettable music, stunning tropical vibes, and the one-of-a-kind AFCM magic 🎼 Book your tickets now 👉 www.afcm.com.au #AFCM2025 #TicketsOnSale #DontMissOut #ChamberMusic #Festival #SoundsLikeParadise #TownsvilleShines #thisisqueensland

🎶 One of classical music’s most beloved composers, Franz Schubert, was at the heart of this unforgettable AFCM 2024 concert. Featuring Roderick Williams’ stunning new arrangement of Schubert’s renowned song cycle Die Schöne Müllerin (1823), this performance captivated audiences with its breathtaking beauty. ✨ Performed by: 🎤 Roderick Williams – Baritone 🎻 Alexandra Raikhlina – Violin 🎻 Adam Barnett-Hart – Violin 🎻 Brett Dean – Viola 🎻 Christian-Pierre La Marca – Cello Relive this special moment on YouTube now: https://lnkd.in/gUcY8fDy #AFCM2024 #Schubert #ChamberMusic #DieSchöneMüllerin #RoderickWilliams #AlexandraRaikhlina #AdamBarnettHart #BrettDean #ChristianPierreLaMarca #MusicLovers

2MBS Fine Music Sydney has aired an interview between Stephen Johnson and Simon Moore taken during the 2024 AFCM. This conversation dips into Stephen's vast musical knowledge, and he very candidly talks about music's role in mental health and his own struggles with illness. He also shares some of his experiences at the BBC and the catalysts for some of his writing. 🎧 Listen anytime on the free 2MBS App, at https://lnkd.in/ewetJMcb or on your podcast app of choice, including: Apple: https://bit.ly/InCon177a Spotify: https://bit.ly/InCon177s The 2025 Festival runs from 25 July to 2 August in Townsville. For more information, and to become a Friend of the Festival which entitles you to priority tickets, visit www.afcm.com.au

🌟 The AFCM 2025 Program is Here! 🎶✨ Music lovers, it’s time to plan your perfect musical escape! The Australian Festival of Chamber Music returns from 25 July – 2 August 2025 bringing 33 breathtaking concerts and special events over 9 magical days! Curated by Artistic Director Jack Liebeck, this year’s program welcomes back Festival Artists Adam Barnett-Hart, Emily Sun, and Michael Collins, alongside the Australian String Quartet, making their highly anticipated AFCM debut as Quartet-in-Residence! 🎻 Festival highlights include: 🎼 A brand-new commissioned work by Sir Stephen Hough 🎭 Joseph Havlat’s chamber arrangement of A Scandal in Bohemia 🎵 A stunning new commission by Paul Dean 🎤 Carolyn Sampson, performing in the exquisite Baroque Temptations Plus, don’t miss the Ray Golding Sunset Series featuring Stefan Dohr (Horn of Plenty) and Michael Collins (Goodman’s Clarinet), and the captivating AFCM Illuminates Series, where Andrew Ford OAM explores the journey of music through the ages. And of course, we’re bringing back two unmissable special events: 🌴 The Orpheus-Gooldboodi Island Concert – a magical day of music in a breathtaking setting. 🏝 The Final Concert on Magnetic Island-Yunbenun – where world-class performances meet tropical paradise. The Festival Garden at Townsville Civic Theatre also returns with free daily performances, delicious hospitality, and a warm, welcoming Festival atmosphere. ✨ AFCM Friends, priority booking starts TODAY! Secure your seats before they sell out! ✨ 🎟 General tickets on sale from 3 March 📖 Explore the full 2025 Program https://lnkd.in/g6aVHedD Join us for a glorious celebration of music, friendship, and unforgettable moments in the heart of North Queensland! 💕🎶 #AFCM2025 #ChamberMusicMagic #TimelessMusic #MusicalEscape #FestivalOfMusic #SoundsLikeParadise #WomenWhoLoveMusic #TownsvilleShines

Exciting Opportunity Alert! AFCM is hiring a Production and Administrative Assistant! Join our passionate team and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music 🎶. 🌟 Responsibilities include: 📌 Providing exceptional customer service to patrons, managing communications, coordinating volunteers, and maintaining records. 📌 Assisting with logistical aspects like audio-visual requirements, driver schedules, and venue management. 📌 Supporting artist needs, travel logistics, and coordinating with participants. 📌 Overseeing rehearsal spaces, office setup, and ensuring seamless Festival operations. 🗓️ Position Details: 🌴 Permanent, part-time role, based in Townsville, QLD 🌴 Remuneration is pro-rated (22.8h per week) from a full-time position of $59,280 p.a. plus super 🌴 Applications close: 5pm QLD time, Tuesday 28 January 2025 📧 To apply, send your cover letter, CV, and two referees to info@afcm.com.au 🌐 Full details: https://lnkd.in/g486V4Jq

🎉 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐅𝐂𝐌! 🎉 As we say goodbye to 2024, we’re filled with excitement for the wonderful music and artists coming our way in 2025. 🌟   🎶𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐧!🎶   🗓️ Tickets go on sale Monday 3 March – and even earlier for AFCM Friends, starting Monday 3 February. Mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss what we have in store!   While we’re keeping some surprises under wraps for now, we promise the 2025 Festival will be nothing short of magical. 🌴✨ Behind the scenes, the team is hard at work creating a program that will transport you to paradise...literally!   Here’s to a New Year filled with unforgettable moments and beautiful melodies! Join us as we continue this enchanting journey together. 🎵🥂   📷 Andrew Rankin #HappyNewYear #AFCM #ChamberMusic #TownsvilleShines  #AustralianFestivalOfChamberMusic #ChamberMusic #SoundsLikeParadise #HappyNewYear #2025Adventures 🎹🎻

✨ 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐥 – 𝐍𝐞 𝐌𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬 ✨ One of the highlights of the 2024 AFCM Opening Night Concert was this moving performance of Jacques Brel's timeless masterpiece, Ne Me Quitte Pas. 🎵 Composed in 1959, this poetic account of a broken relationship remains one of Brel’s most iconic works. Performers: 🎙️ Roderick Williams – Baritone 🎻 Brett Dean – Viola 🎹 Donald Nicholson – Piano A moment to treasure from the 2024 Guilty Pleasure series! #AFCM #JacquesBrel #NeMeQuittePas #ChamberMusic #MusicInParadise #TownsvilleShines #soundslikeparadise #townsville #queensland #northqueensland #tropics #tropicalgetaway #thestrand #magneticisland #upforunexpected #holidayherethisyear #visittownsville

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🎶 𝐒𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐅𝐂𝐌 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓! 🎶 We’re thrilled to unveil a taste of what’s to come! The 2025 program features 35 world-leading musicians including: 🎻 4 Ensembles 🌍 11 International Artists 🦘 14 Australian Artists ✨ With two international artists making their Australian debut, and 12 artists performing at AFCM for the first time ever! 📅 When: 25 July - 2 August 2025 📍 Where: Townsville-Gurambilbarra 🎟️ Tickets go on sale: 3 Feb for AFCM Friends 3 Mar for everyone 🎁 Become an AFCM Friend today for early access and exclusive VIP perks: afcm.com.au Join us for a magical celebration of music in paradise! 🎼✨ #AFCM2025 #ChamberMusic #AustralianFestivalofChamberMusic #TownsvilleShines #MusicInParadise

🎄 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮! 🎄 We wish you much joy, laughter and plenty of music to warm the heart. Here's to making magical memories and celebrating the season with those we love most. From our AFCM family to yours, Seasons Greetings! 🎅✨ #MerryChristmas #AFCM #MusicInParadise #afcm #australianfestivalofchambermusic #chambermusic #soundslikeparadise #music #festival #concert #classicalmusic #classical #classicalmusician #classicalconcert #townsville #townsvilleshines #townsvillenorthqueensland #queensland #northqueensland #tropics #tropicalgetaway #thestrand #magneticisland #upforunexpected #holidayherethisyear #visittownsville #goodtogo #thisisqueensland #supportlocal #itslive