Presented by Melbourne Conservatorium of Music

Together

The University of Melbourne Wind Symphony presents an exciting collaboration concert with the Royal Australian Air Force Band.

The ensembles will come together to perform Paul Dean's Symphony No.4, and Percy Grainger's The Power of Rome and the Christian Heart. The University's Wind Symphony will also perform Catherine Likhuta's Last Flight Out, and Philip Sparke's Euphonium Concerto No.1, featuring euphonium soloist James Blackford.

The concert will be conducted by Jackie Hartenberger and Squadron Leader Dan Phillips.

Dates & Times
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Duration: 1 hour 30 mins. Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.

Tickets

Tickets to this event are free, however booking is required.

Delivery Fees may also apply. A ticket limit of six is in place online to ensure fair ticket access for all. Want to bring a bigger party? Call our Box Office during business hours on (03) 9699 3333 to book.

Artists

The University of Melbourne Wind Symphony
Conductor: Jackie Hartenberger

Royal Australian Air Force Band
Conductor: Dan Phillips

Program

Catherine Likhuta
Last Flight Out (2025)

Philip Sparke
Euphonium Concerto No.1 (1992)

Paul Dean
Symphony No.4 (2025) 

Interval

Gustav Holst
First Suite in E-flat for Military Band (1909)

Percy Grainger
The Power of Rome and the Christian Heart (1953) 

Final piece by the Royal Australian Air Force Band conducted by Squadron Leader Dan Phillips.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access
Assistance Animals Welcome
Melbourne Recital Centre
31 Sturt St Southbank 3006
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