Dates
Friday 21 August 2026
7:30pm at Hamer Hall
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
About this performance
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.
Featuring
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Benjamin Northey conductor
John Simpson Foley artist
Eugene Ughetti percussion
Slava Grigoryan guitar
Leonard Grigoryan guitar
Meet the Music Series
Schools can book into this performance as part of the Meet the Music Series. Each concert in this series will be accompanied by a digital pre-concert talk to help prepare students for the performance.
