
Sunset Soirée Recital Series
Soak up the atmosphere and expect the unexpected as SXS re-imagines the live chamber music experience!
Supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

JOHNNIES &
MEHMETS
Johnnies (ANZACs) and Mehmets (Ottoman soldiers) symbolise the respect between nations who raised arms against each other at the historical Gallipoli Campaign. The relationship between Türkiye and Australia has been forged in the furnace of affliction, and now we celebrate, through music, what is an enduring connection. Reconciliation, sacrifice and peace are the perfect words to describe our mutual story. Join us as we delve into a thrilling programme, from the oriental soundscape of “1001 Nights in a Harem” by Fazil Say, through to traditional Turkish folk songs, and original works for violin and percussion by Australian composers Matthew Hindson and Gerard Brophy. Featuring violinist Margaret Blades (SXS, WASO, ASO), percussionist Dave Kemp (QSO, Camerata, Topology) and pianist Roger Cui (Queensland Ballet), this performance promises to be a unique musical celebration of friendship born from war, 110 years ago.
BRISBANE
Saturday 29th March 5pm​​​
*date change
STANTHORPE
Sunday 6th April 2pm
2025 CONCERTS
Stayin' Alive: Bee Gees Reimagined
Judith Wright Arts Centre + regional tour
Sat 28 June, 2025 - 5pm
Cello Fever
Judith Wright Arts Centre + regional tour
Sat 27 September, 2025 - 5pm
Poetry in Motion
Judith Wright Arts Centre + regional tour
Sat 22 November, 2025 - 5pm
Brisbane friends! Enjoy our recital with a drink from our wonderful partner, Birdhouse!

Brisbane performances of the SXS
Sunset Soirée Recital Series will
feature regional artists presented
by Flying Arts Alliance.
