Sydney Benefits
Fantasy & Fugue - From Purcell to Bach
Presented by The Muffat Collective
Sunday 30 August 2026, 3:00pm
Christ Church St Laurence
Join The Muffat Collective for a meditative escape into the intimate world of consort music. Experience the shimmering beauty of early Italian polyphony, the glowing intimacy of Purcell, and the architectural mastery of J.S. Bach. Brought to life on period Baroque instruments and with The Collective’s trademark improvisations and expressive clarity, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear some of the most stunning music from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Enjoy 10% off full-priced tickets with the promo code MUFFAT26.
FIESTA
Presented by the Metropolitan Orchestra
7pm, Saturday 26 September 2026 Verbrugghen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Join The Metropolitan Orchestra for the grand finale of their 2026 season! FIESTA brings together vibrant dance rhythms and late-Romantic gems, featuring Márquez’s Danzón No. 2, Khachaturian’s Masquerade Suite and Rachmaninoff’s thrilling Symphonic Dances.
To enter to win a double pass email info@metorchestra.com.au with ‘MusicaViva’ in the subject line by 24 September.
Coffee and a Dead Canary
Presented by Pinchgut Opera
12–13 September, 2026
City Recital Hall
Experience the playful, everyday stories of the Baroque masters and discover the surprising emotional depth and inventiveness with two tiny opera’s. Bach’s Coffee Cantata delivers a playful tug-of-war between a caffeine-obsessed daughter and her disapproving father. Telemann’s Canary Cantata offers a heartfelt tribute to a beloved pet.
Save on tickets for the Saturday evening performance: Use code COFFEE for $27 off Premium and $24 off A-Reserve tickets.
Terms: Offer ends 11:59 PM, 14/07/26. Cannot be combined with any other offer or concession. T&Cs apply.
Van Diemen’s Band
Presented by Canowindra Baroque Festival
Friday 18th – Sunday 20th September
Canowindra, NSW
Hailing from Tasmania 'Australia's Baroque supergroup' Van Diemen's Band, led by Julia Fredersdorff with guest Bass-Baritone Andrew O’Connor, breathes new life into historically informed performance, venturing boldly into "Baroque and beyond" The festival takes place in the beautiful landscape surrounding Canowindra, an historic town in the central west.
Sumi Jo: 40th Anniversary Sydney Recital Continuum
Presented by Koralia Arts & Culture
Friday, 2 October 2026, 7:00 PM
Sydney Town Hall
Witness a historic musical milestone at the iconic Sydney Town Hall.
Legendary, Grammy Award-winning soprano Sumi Jo celebrates 40 extraordinary years on the world's greatest stage with a breathtaking recital created exclusively for her Australian audience. Renowned for her "voice from above," Sumi Jo has defined what it means to be a true diva for four decades. Yet this evening is not simply a look back. It is a declaration that the journey continues.
Continuum is a celebration of a living legend and a bridge to the future of classical music — where the brilliance of the past meets the promise of what is yet to come.
Tigran Hamasyan - Manifeste
Presented by the Seymour Centre
Saturday 24, October
Seymour Centre
Experience the unforgettable jazz-meets-rock pianist Tigran Hamasyan with his new work, Manifeste. Blending Armenian folk traditions with electronic rhythms, Hamasyan creates a sound that is entirely his own. Don’t miss this riveting live performance from one of the most original voices in contemporary music!
State Library’s 200th Anniversary Festival
Presented by the State Library of New South Wales
William Barton, Bell Shakespeare, Skye McIntosh and Stephen Page AO present four extraordinary new works as part of the State Library’s 200th Anniversary Festival. Experience awe-inspiring shows this September inspired by the Library’s remarkable collection and spaces.
Tickets from $25–$79. Strictly limited season. Click for dates and to secure your seats.
Paradox Sydney Pre-Concert Dinner
Musica Viva Australia is thrilled to welcome Paradox Sydney as a new partner. Just steps from City Recital Hall, it’s the perfect start to an unforgettable concert night – whether for a pre-show dinner or a relaxed drink with friends.
Join the Art Gallery of New South Wales
There’s never been a better time to join the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
As a member, you will enjoy a range of exciting benefits, including a Look magazine subscription, access to the Members Lounge, members events, discounts at the Art Gallery and more.
Simply use promo code MV10 to save 10% off Inspire and Champion memberships*.
For a limited time, new members also receive bonus free exhibition tickets.
Join now: visit agnsw.art/join-today or call 02 9225 1878.
*This discount offer is only available on new Inspire and Champion memberships (excluding concession) until 31 December 2026. Visit agnsw.art/ags-terms for full membership terms and conditions.