BANK Art Museum Moree has launched its inaugural concert program, presented under the vision of newly-appointed Director Rosie Dennis.
The series starts this Sunday, March 23, with Unnamed Road, a collaboration between Jon Rose and Erik Griswold.
Combining violins and prepared piano, the performance is inspired by Australia’s diverse landscapes.
Unnamed Road is a first musical meeting between two Australian innovators, featuring Jon Rose’s tenor and regular violins and Erik Griswold’s prepared piano.
Despite the traditional species classifications, these are both string instruments, and both musicians have spent decades exploring, interfering with, and seriously altering the possibilities of their accepted sonic worlds.
Rose is an Australian violinist, cellist, composer and multimedia artist.
His work is centred in the experimental music known as free improvisation, where he has created large environmental multimedia works, built experimental musical instruments and improvised violin concertos with accompanying orchestras.
He has been described by Tony Mitchell as “undoubtedly the most exploratory, imaginative and iconoclastic violin player who has lived in Australia”.
Griswold is a composer and pianist working in contemporary classical, improvised and experimental forms.
Particular interests include prepared piano, percussion, environmental music and music of Sichuan province.
Originally from San Diego, and now residing in Brisbane, he composes for adventurous musicians, performs as a soloist and in Clocked Out, and collaborates with musicians, artists, dancers and poets.
On Friday, May 9, world-renowned pianist Simon Tedeschi will play an intimate solo concert on BAMM’s baby grand piano.
Known for his “masterful technique” and “emotionally powerful performances,” Tedeschi’s first concert in Moree is bound to be a highlight of the year.
Repertoire will include Schubert, Debussy, Chopin, Gershwin, and more.
Charismatic percussion virtuoso Claire Edwardes will perform a mesmerising solo marimba recital in the gallery on Saturday, June 14.
Described by The Age as “an invigorating musical life force”, Edwardes takes the audience on a unique sonic adventure, masterfully showcasing the caramel tones and woody percussiveness of the marimba.
Known as the “sorceress of percussion”, Edwardes showcases the marimba in a combination of compositions and new commissions, written exclusively for her.
Uncle Roger Knox, a proud Gomeroi Songman and Elder, born in Moree, is joined by beloved Australian musician and songwriter Toby Martin for an entertaining evening of song and storytelling under the stars on Friday, July 4.
Be moved and entranced by powerful tales and melodies, and preview some songs from Uncle Roger’s forthcoming studio album Buluunarbi and The Old North Star, due to be released later this year.
On Saturday, August 2, Didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton and renowned violinist Véronique Serret merge traditional songlines with modern storytelling in a captivating collaboration.
Featuring the poetic works of Barton’s mother, Aunty Delmae Barton, their performance delivers a message of peace and love, carried by the spirit of the eagle.
Following their sold-out performances at the Sydney Festival, as well as in Canberra and Brisbane, Barton and Serret invites audience members to immerse themselves in their extraordinary soundscape.
Inspired by the Australian landscape and a deep connection to place, the duo blends Serret’s evocative violin with Barton’s dynamic didgeridoo and guitar, enhanced by soaring vocals,
atmospheric loops, and electronic effects.
Together, they craft a distinctive musical journey that brings the unique beauty of Australia to life.
About BAMM
Bank Art Museum Moree is deeply connected to the local community.
Born from a grassroots initiative, BAMM was established to celebrate art and preserve the rich history and culture of the Kamilaroi people.
From the outset, BAMM has been guided by a commitment to reconciliation, believing that cultural engagement has the power to unite people from all walks of life.
Our programs reflect the vibrant spirit and diversity of the north-west slopes and plains, making BAMM a hub for learning and cultural exchange.
To read more about the year ahead at BAMM, go to www.bamm.org.au
