Events

We present a program of special events open to the public each year. Visiting artists of national standing are brought to Dubbo for our annual concert series. We also hold other events including student and staff concerts, school events, and a range of workshops and masterclasses.

All events at Macquarie Conservatorium on the corner of Darling and Bultje Street, Dubbo, unless otherwise indicated.

Tickets for events at Macquarie Conservatorium can be purchased online for all visiting artists concerts and other selected events.

Paul Young - Director’s Piano Recital
Nov
30

Paul Young - Director’s Piano Recital

The Macquarie Conservatorium is pleased to present a piano recital featuring Artistic Director Paul Young. The program will include works by renowned composers such as Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann/Liszt, J.S. Bach/Kempff, Debussy, and Rachmaninoff.

Program:

  • Sonata Op.13 No.8 (Pathetique) - Beethoven

  • Ballade No.1 in G Minor - Chopin

  • Widmung - Schumann/Liszt

  • Prelude to Ratswahl Cantata - J.S Bach/Kempff

  • La Cathedrale Engloutie - Debussy

  • Nocturne in C# Minor - Chopin

  • Prelude in C# Minor - Rachmaninoff

  • Fantasie Impromptu - Chopin

 

When: Saturday 30 Nov 6.30pm

Where: Macquarie Conservatorium, cnr Darling & Bultje Sts, Dubbo

Tickets: Adult $25 / Concession $20 / Family of 4 $50 / School student $10

Book online at: https://www.123tix.com.au/events/macquarieconservatorium

More info: www.macqcon.org.au 02 6884 6686 info@macqcon.org.au

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The Macquarie Big Band Concert
Nov
2

The Macquarie Big Band Concert

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the MC Big Band brings to life the iconic hits of the Big Band Era!

With a fantastic set list that includes classics like "Sing, Sing, Sing," "Hey Big Spender," "It Don't Mean a Thing," "Tank!" and more, this is a night you won't want to miss!

Experience this cabaret-style event showcasing the talents of the Advanced Performance students and staff from the Macquarie Conservatorium!

 

The concert offers table seating along with complimentary refreshments and a grazing table.

When: Saturday 2 November from 6.30pm

Where: Macquarie Conservatorium, cnr Darling & Bultje Sts, Dubbo

Tickets: Adult $25 / Concession $20 / Family of 4 $50 / School student $10

Book online at https://www.123tix.com.au/events/macquarieconservatorium

More info: www.macqcon.org.au 02 6884 6686 info@macqcon.org.au

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OPEN DAY
Oct
27

OPEN DAY

Discover the joy of music at Macquarie Conservatorium’s Open Day!

 

Program includes performances by Conservatorium students, ensembles, school and community bands, instrument demonstrations by our friendly teachers, and Come and Try Music for pre-schoolers and kindy kids.

FREE ENTRY, refreshments on sale - sausage sizzle, plus info available on all tuition programs.

Join us to discover the music activity that is right for you!

When: Sunday 27 October from 12pm

Where: Macquarie Conservatorium, cnr Darling & Bultje Sts Dubbo

Cost: FREE

More info: www.macqcon.org.au  02 6884 6686  info@macqcon.org.au

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Opera Australia – La Bohème
Aug
10

Opera Australia – La Bohème

Saturday 10 August 7.30pm
Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre, Dubbo

For one night only in Dubbo, witness an exceptional cast of 12 professional performers and the talented local Macquarie Conservatorium Youth Chorus who will be performing alongside Opera Australia

 This dazzling new staging of La Bohème by award-winning director Dean Bryant captures the giddy feeling of young love.

When: Saturday 10 August 2024 at 7.30pm
Where: Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre, Darling Street Dubbo 
Tickets: Adult $69 / Concession $62 / School student $32 / Group of 6+ $64
Book online at DRTCC - https://drtcc.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/115705

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Hailey McLean – Jazz Cabaret with Macquarie Jazz Ensemble
July
20

Hailey McLean – Jazz Cabaret with Macquarie Jazz Ensemble

Come and hear one of Australia's most promising young jazz vocalists 𝗛𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗠𝗰𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗻, accompanied by a hand- picked 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗝𝗮𝘇𝘇 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲.
This astonishing program includes favourites such as "Misty", "My Funny Valentine", "Orange Coloured Sky", "At Last", and many more.
𝗔𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱!

When: Saturday 20 July 6.30pm

Where: Macquarie Conservatorium, cnr Darling & Bultje Sts, Dubbo

Tickets: Adult $25 / Concession $20 / Family of 4 $50 / School student $10

Book online at https://www.123tix.com.au/events/macquarieconservatorium

More info: www.macqcon.org.au 02 6884 6686 info@macqcon.org.au

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ARCADIA WINDS
Oct
20

ARCADIA WINDS

Australia’s finest wind players perform music by Mozart and Debussy plus a brilliant arrangement of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition.

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SERAPHIM TRIO
Aug
24

SERAPHIM TRIO

The acclaimed Seraphim Trio delights audiences with their deep knowledge and love of chamber music, performing classics of the piano trio repertoire.

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ROCK SCHOOL Holiday Workshop
July
3
to 7 July

ROCK SCHOOL Holiday Workshop

School’s in these holidays for young rock musos aged 11-18 years at Macquarie Conservatorium’s ROCK SCHOOL. Enjoy five days of afternoon workshops, playing in rock bands on your instrument – electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, vocals or keyboard.
REGISTER NOW!

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LOLO LOVINA
Mar
12

LOLO LOVINA

Romani-Gypsy singer Sarah Bedak leads LOLO LOVINA, an exciting 5-piece band playing an intoxicating mix of Swing and Balkan Gypsy beats.

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Alexander Gadjiev
Oct
21

Alexander Gadjiev

First prize winner of the 2021 Sydney International Piano Competition, Alexander Gadjiev performs romantic works by Chopin, including the virtuosic Sonata in B flat minor.

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ROCK SCHOOL Holiday Workshop
Oct
4
to 7 Oct

ROCK SCHOOL Holiday Workshop

School’s in these holidays for young rock musos aged 11-18 years at Macquarie Conservatorium’s ROCK SCHOOL. Enjoy four days of afternoon workshops, playing in rock bands on your instrument – electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, vocals or keyboard.

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Z.E.N. Trio
Aug
10

Z.E.N. Trio

The Z.E.N. Trio met as BBC New Generation Artists in 2015 and have performed concerts across the UK, Europe, China, Canada and United States. This concert features Brahms’ Piano Trio No 1 in B major and a new work by Australian Matt Laing.

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Nathan Bryon
July
22

Nathan Bryon

Award-winning tenor Nathan Bryon returns to Dubbo for a solo recital featuring beautiful artsongs and favourites from the world of opera, operetta and musicals.
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear this exciting young singer before he leaves Australia for the next stage of his career, postgraduate study in the United States.

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Opera at Dundullimal
May
15

Opera at Dundullimal

UPDATE Due to wet weather, the venue for this event has changed to Macquarie Conservatorium. Enjoy beautiful music from your favourite operas and musicals including The Magic Flute, The Merry Widow, The Pearlfishers and more. Concert starts 2.00pm

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