Chamber Concert 2025

MSE Chamber Concert: Small Groups, Big Sound

MSE’s most recent concert at St Stephen’s Anglican Church in Richmond was a heartwarming celebration of dedication, progress, and musical joy. Families and friends gathered to hear the wonderful results of a term’s hard work, with performances spanning junior to advanced levels.

The Prelude ensemble, under the direction of Naomi Durston, performed Arctic Fire and Alley Cats, dazzling the audience with their fresh energy and enthusiasm. Intermezzo, conducted by Rohan Mack, showcased their growth and dedication with expressive renditions of Vivaldi’s La Folia and Durante’s Allegro.

The programme also featured chamber works performed by MSE Chamber and MSE ensembles under the direction of Fintan Murphy and Danielle Arcaro. The chamber groups wowed the audience with their technical skill and musicality, playing repertoire by Brahms, Mozart, Shostakovich and Schumann.

Chamber playing sits at the heart of a musician's development - with nowhere to hide in a small group, students sharpen their listening, intonation and ensemble instincts in ways that large-orchestra playing simply can't replicate, while taking ownership of repertoire they've often rehearsed largely on their own.

Each performance reflected not only talent, but the care and commitment of students, teachers, and families alike.