The National Capital Orchestra continues its 2025 HARMONY season with an evocative afternoon of sound and storytelling at the magnificent Snow Concert Hall, under the masterful direction of Music Director Louis Sharpe. The NCO’s upcoming NEW WORLD concert features three incredible works, including two pieces that highlight local composers and soloists, along with one of the most beloved symphonies ever written.
The program opens with the World Premiere of Riparian, a brand-new work by NCO’s 2025 Artist-In-Focus composer Ben Hoadley. Inspired by the dynamic ecosystems of riverbanks, the piece weaves natural imagery and flowing textures into a vibrant orchestral landscape.
Next, the spotlight turns to Lake Ice: (Missed Tales No. 1) by celebrated Australian composer Mary Finsterer—a compelling concerto for Double Bass and orchestra. Local guest soloist Kyle Ramsay-Daniel brings extraordinary nuance and power to this haunting and atmospheric work, exploring the stillness and mystery beneath frozen surfaces.
The concert culminates with Antonín Dvořák’s beloved Symphony No. 9 in E minor, “From the New World.” Infused with lyrical beauty and spirited energy, this symphony speaks to longing, discovery, and the essence of place—echoes that resonate just as deeply today.
Music Director Louis Sharpe comments, “One of the great joys of programming this season is the opportunity to celebrate both the richness of local talent and the diversity of voices shaping today’s music. From Ben Hoadley’s world premiere to Mary Finsterer’s colourful concerto, alongside Kyle Ramsay-Daniel and our own NCO musicians, this concert shows how Australian creativity stands proudly next to timeless masterworks like Dvořák’s New World Symphony.”
Don’t miss this journey through Australian innovation and classical grandeur, all brought to life in one unforgettable performance.
Snow Concert Hall – 3pm, Sunday 28 September 2025 – Tickets $10 to $50 + booking fee
Tickets from https://events.humanitix.com/new-world-or-national-capital-orchestra