Author Archives: Liz

Emperor, Bendigo Symphony Orchestra – 2nd June 2024

After a little family-hiatus, I’m getting back in the proverbial saddle with the lovely folks at the Bendigo Symphony this Winter! 

Come and join us for an epic programme including Beethoven’s beloved Emperor Concerto played by the unparalleled Elyanne Laussade, alongside Shostakovich’s astonishing Symphony No. 5. 

These legends come close to selling out the 1,000-seater Ulumbarra Theatre, so be sure to book early so you don’t miss out! Details here

St John’s Passion, WWAF – 8-9th June 2024 

It’s that time of year again! Woodend Winter Arts Festival has just launched its programme for the year, which you should check out here

I can’t wait to play one of my all-time favourite pieces, Bach’s extraordinary Johannespassion with Ensemble Gombert and Academia Arcadia. 

Two concerts to choose from on Saturday 8th or Sunday 9th June. Be sure to book early so you don’t miss out! 

Light Burst Single Launch ft. The Letter String Quartet, Castlemaine Uniting Church – 4th August 2023

My exciting new duo project with the inimitable Biddy Connor is making its performance debut in Castlemaine this August with the launch of two singles from our upcoming album that will be out later this year.

Biddy and I are joined by our stunning Letter String Quartet friend Steph O’Hara and Zoë Barry for this super special event in the gorgeous (and cosy!) Castlemaine Uniting Church.

Please come along and share this special night with us.

Set times: 
The Letter String Quartet 6-6:30pm 
Light Burst 6:30pm-7pmTickets $20 full/$15 concession available at the door or via Trybooking here.

This project is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

The Target Has Disappeared, Australian Album Launch, The Old Church on the Hill – 8th July 2023

To celebrate the recent release of my debut solo album The Target Has Disappeared on the incredible Swiss label Discreet Editions, please come along to the Old Church on the Hill in Bendigo for a little concert featuring me and my excellent friends Natasha Anderson and Alexander Garsden.

We’ll be playing four solo works composed by local composers Natasha and Alex, and Melbourne composer Samuel Smith.
Performers:
Lizzy Welsh (baroque violin)
Natasha Anderson (recorders/electronics)
Alexander Garsden (guitars)

You can preview/purchase the album here, and check out Discreet Editions’ other releases– they’re all incredible, and I’m humbled to be in such company.

Tickets $20 full/$15 concession/$10 child/$50 family-of-four available at the door or via Trybooking.

Light & Shade, Bendigo Symphony Orchestra – 18th June 2023

It’s been great fun joining the Bendigo Symphony Orchestra as guest concertmaster over the past few weeks rehearsing their exciting Light & Shade performance.

Come and hear the band, featuring the extraordinary talents of soloist Lily Begg at the piano, this June at the Ulumbarra Theatre Bendigo! Full details and tickets here.

Baroque Concerti, Resonance String Orchestra – 3rd June 2023

It has been a privilege working with the wonderful string players of Resonance String Orchestra this year, and I’m honoured to be joining them as guest director for their Baroque Concerti concert this June.

Come and immerse yourselves in the glorious acoustics of the Castlemaine Anglican Church to hear some beautiful baroque repertoire!

Tickets and details here.