Southern Cross Soloists in association with Tambourine Mountain Arts Precinct presents:

The Soloists' Mountain Showcase 2024 

SXS will be offering a one-day, two concert bespoke taster event with headline

artists Australian guitarist Slava Grigoryan, Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen and Polish violinist Jakub Jakowicz on Sunday 18 August, 2024 at the stunning acreage surrounds of Shambala Estate, Tamborine Mountain in the Scenic Rim, Queensland. 

Shambala Estate presents an enchanting venue, hidden amidst the lush rainforest of the Gold Coast hinterland, offering picturesque vistas and serene surroundings, with perfect acoustics for an intimate boutique chamber music performance.

Concert 1

JAKOWICZ & JUMPPANEN

11am 18 August, 2024

Esteemed Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen, (and the current Director of the Australian National Academy of Music in Melbourne), joins forces with acclaimed violin virtuoso Jakub Jakowicz for an enthralling performance featuring emotionally charged and technically demanding masterpieces. 

Program: 

Schubert’s Fantasie in C major for violin and piano, D 934

Beethoven Kreutzer Sonata

75 minutes no interval

Concert 2

MUSICAL JEWELS - Exploring jewels of the chamber music repertoire, from violin and cello sonatas, to great works for Piano Trios and more.

2.30pm 18 August, 2024

With György Deri’s illustrious career as a cellist spanning over four decades and Roger Cui’s reputation as one of Queensland’s most sought-after pianists (principal pianist with the Queensland Ballet), this is an extraordinary opportunity to see leading international musicians up-close and personal, showcasing their virtuosic talent and unique musical partnership.

Multi award-winning soloists, Roger and György have built a highly acclaimed musical partnership since 2021, and we are thrilled to be able to present this exceptional line-up of artists and repertoire for you. They will be joined by SXS Acting Co-Artistic Director and exemplary violinist, Margaret Blades, as well as emerging operatic bass Jack Bolton (Margaret Schindler Vocal Scholar recipient for 2024). 

Program:

Liszt - Die Zelle In Nonnenwerth

Kodaly - Epigrams

1. Lento
2. Andantino
3. Not titled
4. Moderato
5. Allegretto
6. Not titled
7. Con moto

Britten - Folk Songs

1. O Waly, Waly
2. The Foggy, Foggy Dew

Schubert - Notturno in Eb Major D897

Mozart - Sonata for Violin and Piano K301

1. Allegretto con Spirito
2. Allegro

Dohnanyi - Sonata for Cello and Piano Op. 8

1. Allegro ma non troppo

O’Boyle AM - O Mistress Mine

Haydn - Piano Trio No. 39 “Gypsy”

III. Rondo all'Ongarese: Presto

75 minutes no interval

SXS is a not-for-profit arts organisation. Tickets will only be refunded 30+ days in advance of the event due to supplier costs.

All tickets are inclusive of a ticketing fee that goes directly to Sticky Tickets between $2.50 to $4.50