Cole Porter Celebration coming up!

COLE PORTER CELEBRATION Celebrate a bygone era of music and opulence! Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House Thursday September 19 at 8pm & Saturday September 21 at 2pm Featuring from left to right Rob Mallet, Kerrie Anne Greenland, Caleb Vines and Julie Lea Goodwin Over two rich performances Sydney Philharmonia’s Festival Chorus and Orchestra will feature four of Australia’s emerging stars. Together, they will transport audiences to a bygone era through the music of one of the world’s greatest composers. Countless times over its 93 year history, Sydney Philharmonia has supported emerging artists, including singers, musicians and composers. We're delighted to be collaborating with four emerging artists in this witty and entertaining program." SPC Chairman Sara Watts “Porter’s melodies are addictive” says Rob Mallet who has recently toured nationally as Buck in Hot Shoe Shuffle. “The wit in his lyrics is magical and relevant today! I feel as rich as he was when I sing them! " "Cole Porter is actually my favourite composer of all time” says mezzo soprano Kerrie Anne Greenland. “His lyrics are timeless, sophisticated and witty and I feel very privileged to have the opportunity to sing some of his best work." The Cole Porter Celebration will be a wonderful union of musical theatre and choral music when these extraordinary young graduates from WAPPA and the Sydney Conservatorium join the much feted Festival Chorus and Orchestra to belt out classics such as Begin the Beguine, Night & Day, Blow Gabriel Blow, Anything Goes and I Get a Kick Out of You. “Cole Porter's songs are a record of time of decadence and exuberance. His songs are urbane, witty and at times, darn right rude!” Conductor Brett Weymark. Tickets - $45-$90 (plus booking fees) www.sydneyphilharmonia.com.au or 02 9251 3115 www.sydneyoperahouse.com or 02 9250 7777 Promotional tickets are available for both performances: Contact Lisa Parragi 02 9251 2024 or email lisa@sydneyphilharmonia.com.au for more details.