Things suddenly feel more in tune now that Melbourne's days are longer, warmer and brighter. But this sensation can reach an even higher note at Abbotsford Convent, where a new outdoor concert series, Convent Sounds, brings live orchestral music to the gardens. Featuring daytime classical music performances on the Convent's heritage lawns, esteemed musicians from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will perform across two dates, with audiences invited to soak up the ambience with a picnic package or their own BYO spread. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abbotsford Convent (@abbotsfordconvent) Launching on Sunday, October 25, Concert Sounds debuts with a brass ensemble spanning MSO talent and the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM). Expect musical storytelling from Baroque masterpieces to the stunning screen music of John Williams — that means iconic movie soundtracks including Star Wars and Jurassic Park. As the festive season reaches fever pitch, the series returns on Sunday, December 6, with a brass-led community singalong offering up a joy-filled year-end celebration. With adult tickets at $20 and under-18s free, both events are ideal for seasoned classical listeners and curious newcomers alike. Like what you see? Subscribe to the Concrete Playground newsletter to get stories just like these straight to your inbox.
