Baroque Banter

Nov 07 2024 30 ep. 33 mins 18

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Early opera is like wine; it comes in a fascinating variety of different styles, genres, tastes and colours. Baroque Banter is Pinchgut Opera's podcast series diving deep into the world of Baroque music and offering a taste of all the varying aspects of early opera. Put on your tasting slippers, sit back and enjoy a nice full glass of music appreciation.

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Julius Caesar Pre-Performance Podcast

Nov 07 2024 16 mins

Step into the world of Pinchgut Opera’s landmark production of Handel’s Julius Caesar. Join host Genevieve Lang as she sits down with director Neil Armfield AO and conductor Erin Helyard to uncover the artistry, vision, and stories behind this history-making Australian operatic event.

Baroque Banter Episode 14 - French Exports

Oct 05 2024 39 mins

Earlier on Baroque Banter we discussed French Imports, and looked at how Italian musicians found their way into France in the seventeenth century, and what the French did with their dances and their opera. Although the flow of music was very strong from Italy to France, French developments and dances also made their way to other countries. In this episode of Baroque Banter we discu

Baroque Banter Episode 13 - Allegri's Miserere

Jul 26 2024 35 mins

Join Artistic Director Erin Helyard for a fascinating journey into the story of Allegri's Miserere. Be transported to the world of 17th century sacred music and discover some of the secrets behind this enigmatic piece of Baroque vocal writing. Featuring: Voiceovers by Jill Halleron Featured Musical Excerpts: Allegri's Miserere excerpt from Pinchgut Opera's concert Splendour o

Pre-performance podcast Dido and Aeneas

May 23 2024 13 mins

Tune in for a journey through one of opera's most beloved works, Dido and Aeneas. Dive into the enchanting world of Purcell's masterpiece with Host Genevieve Lang, conductor Erin Helyard and director Lucy Clements. Whether you're an opera aficionado or a newcomer, this episode lets you discover the details of this fresh new production by Pinchgut Opera.

Baroque Banter Episode 12: The new prologue for Dido and Aeneas

Apr 15 2024 24 mins

Join award-winning writer and actor Kate Mulvany OAM and acclaimed director Lucy Clements as they discuss the new prologue for Pinchgut's new production of Dido and Aeneas. In the spirit of providing a backstory and context Kate has written us a new spoken-word prologue that helps us freshly understand Purcell’s original setting. Discover what it was like to create this piece.

Pre-performance podcast - Theodora In Concert

Jan 22 2024 16 mins

Host Keiren Brandt-Sawdy chats with Artistic Director and Erin Helyard about Theodora. Delve deep into Handel's oratorio and gain insight our performance at the Sydney Opera House in partnership with Opera Australia.

Pre-performance podcast - Rinaldo

Nov 15 2023 10 mins

Host Keiren Brandt-Sawdy chats with conductor Erin Helyard and director Louisa Muller about one of the most beloved works in the Baroque repertoire. Discover fresh insight into Pinchgut's first staging of a Handel opera, with Rinaldo. Get ready to be swept away by the magic and adventure when you witness this towering masterpiece of music and drama on stage at City Recital Hall t

Pre-performance podcast - Pleasures of Versailles

Aug 15 2023 12 mins

In this pre-performance podcast, host Genevieve Lang sits down with Conductor Erin Helyard to chat about the upcoming September performance of Pleasures of Versailles by Charpentier. They discuss the tiny operas that were enjoyed by Louis XIV at the Palace of Versailles. Step inside the courtly chambers and learn about the entertainment that was fit for a king.

Baroque Banter Episode 11 - French Imports

Aug 02 2023 38 mins

Baroque Banter 11: French Imports. In this Baroque Banter Erin Helyard talks about the influence of Italian music and musicians in France in the seventeenth century. He talks about opera, dances, chaconnes, passacaglias and the multicultural mix that makes Baroque music so special. Excerpts by Erin on harpsichord.

Pre-performance podcast - Giustino

May 15 2023 12 mins

Host Genevieve Lang is joined by Pinchgut's Artistic Director Erin Helyard and director Dean Bryant to discuss the much anticipated Australian premiere of the opera Giustino by Legrenzi. A forgotten triumph of Venetian opera, Giustino is a fast-paced, kaleidoscopic and fanciful opera packed with arias and old-fashioned wonder that will leave you stamping your feet for more. A cla