Metropolis: Sounds of Cinema

Schedule

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall, St Kilda Road level, Southbank, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3006 | Melbourne, VI

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A celebration of some of Australia’s – and the world’s – finest living composers, Metropolis showcases the MSO’s commitment to contemporary symphonic music.
In 2026, the MSO explores the fascinating world of Foley – the art of creating sound effects for film – in Thomas Meadowcroft's remarkable concerto. You'll also hear music written for iconic films, by Australian composers Bryony Marks and David Hirschfelder.
Join us for a captivating evening including conversation with the composers and Principal Guest Conductor Benjamin Northey.
Program
Thomas Meadowcroft Hollywood Parsifals Concerto for Foley Artists and Orchestra*
Bryony Marks Their World from Noise
David Hirschfelder (arr. Jessica Wells) Suites from The Dressmaker, Legend of the Guardians, and Strictly Ballroom
*World Premiere of an MSO Co-commission
Featuring
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Benjamin Northey conductor
John Simpson Foley artist
Eugene Ughetti percussion
David Hirschfelder piano
Slava Grigoryan guitar
Leonard Grigoryan guitar
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Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall, St Kilda Road level, Southbank, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3006, Ngv International, 130-200 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia, Melbourne

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