Classical Music in Perth
From Schubert to Star Wars, Mozart to Metallica and Bach to Bowie, WA’s orchestras and classical ensembles offer diverse programs year-round, delighting both young and old in traditional and unexpected settings state-wide. The West Australian Symphony Orchestra is WA’s largest and busiest performing arts organisation comprising a resident company of full-time, professional musicians, Perth Symphony Orchestra challenges traditional ideas of classical performance, whilst the WA Charity Orchestra is made up of more than 200 volunteers who aim to change lives through music.
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WA also boasts a talented choral music scene, featuring a selection of high quality choirs including the St George’s Cathedral Consort, Voyces and the Giovanni Consort. Emerging artists and composers are trained at one of two top institutions, the WA Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and the UWA Conservatorium of Music. These institutions present an array of concerts and performances each year, and represent the up-and-coming talent the state has to offer.
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Z.E.N. Trio
Fiery passion, heart-wrenching emotion: three intensely expressive musicians come together for a rare and unforgettable performance for Musica Viva Australia.
- Venue:Perth Concert Hall
- Dates:Aug 15
- Time(s):7.30pm
Details
- Music:Chamber Music,Classical
- Produced By:Musica Viva
- Hosted By:Musica Viva
- Event Venue:Perth Concert Hall
Description

Bembina Ensemble Presents Egyptian Nights: Astor's Alchemy
- https://www.juliawatsonviolin.com/bembina
- https://www.trybooking.com/events/928713/sessions/3277643/sections
Fiery tango of Piazzolla meets Egyptian Maquam in this melting pot of musical cultures.
- Dates:Aug 14
- Time(s):6.00pm & 8.00pm
- Venue:Kidogo Arthouse
Details
- Music:Chamber Music,Classical,World,Other Music,Latin
- Type:Community
- Hosted By:Bembina Ensemble
- Ticket Price:$45 general, $30 under 30 years
Description

Peter & the Wolf - WA Youth Orchestra
- [email protected]
- (08) 9328 9859
- https://wayo.com.au/concerts/current-season/
- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/336201867837
WA Youth Orchestra brings Prokofiev's timeless classic to life - a tale which entertains and provides a fascinating introduction to music and the instruments of the orchestra.
- Dates:Sat 13 & Sun 14 August
- Time(s):Sat & Sun - 10am & 11:30am
- Venue:Judith Cottier Theatre, Perth College
Details
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Type:Community,Kids
- Accessibility:Wheelchair Access
- Hosted By:WA Youth Orchestras
- Ticket Price:$15
Description

Britten’s War Requiem
- [email protected]
- 0893260000
- https://www.waso.com.au
- https://tickets.waso.com.au/12207?_ga=2.3862389.436368542.1639962625-204742774.1639962625
Most successful Brittisch modern-time composer Benjamin Britten's one of the most performed piece on WASO performed by conductor Asher Fisch.
- Dates:Aug 19 - 20
- Time(s):7.30pm Fri 19 Aug, 7.30pm Sat 20 Aug
- Venue:Perth Concert Hall
Details
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Hosted By:WASO
- Ticket Price:$30- $98
- Event Venue:Perth Concert Hall
- Produced By:West Australian Symphony Orchestra
Description

Warana Prize and the Moldau
- [email protected]
- 08 9370 6443
- http://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/
- https://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/performances-and-events/bookings
Paul Wright, the Internationally-renowned Head of Strings leads the WAAPA Symphony Orchestra performing the masterworks "The Moldau and The High Castle" by Czech composer Bedrich Smetana.
- Dates:Aug 20
- Time(s):7.30pm
- Venue:The Ballroom - Government House
Details
- Music:Classical
- Hosted By:WAAPA
- Ticket Price:$23 - $30
- Produced By:Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Description

Sublime String Quintets
Chimera Ensemble presents string quintets by Onslow and Dvorak
- Dates:August 21
- Time(s):2.30pm - 4pm
- Venue:St Mary’s Anglican Church, 9 Ridge St, South Perth.
Details
- Music:Chamber Music,Classical
- Accessibility:Wheelchair accessible, unisex disabled toilet and baby change facilities available. 4 ACROD bays at the main entrance to the Church, free street parking within 2 -3 minute walk from the venue, and paid parking on Angelo St.
- Hosted By:Chimera Ensemble
- Ticket Price:Adult - $38; Concession - $28; Student (10 years +) - $20; Child (under 10) - free.
- Type:Seniors
Description

Dangerous Liaisons
- [email protected]
- 08 9370 6443
- http://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/
- https://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/performances-and-events/bookings
WAAPA’s elite Indian Ocean Ensemble collaborate with The ‘Phone Co. and the Seven Seas Ensemble, bringing a unique new sounds and dynamic fusion.
- Dates:Aug 25
- Time(s):7.30pm
- Venue:Richard Gill Auditorium
Details
- Music:Chamber Music,Classical
- Hosted By:WAAPA
- Ticket Price:$23 - $30
- Produced By:Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Description

Cinematic
- [email protected]
- 0893260000
- https://www.waso.com.au
- https://tickets.waso.com.au/12192?_ga=2.263972425.436368542.1639962625-204742774.1639962625
Join WASO for epic soundtracks of the silver screen with conductor Benjamin Northey and violinist Baiba Skride violin.
- Dates:Aug 26- 27
- Time(s):7.30pm Fri 26 Aug, 7.30pm Sat 27 Aug
- Venue:Perth Concert Hall
Details
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Hosted By:WASO
- Ticket Price:$30- $98
- Event Venue:Perth Concert Hall
- Produced By:West Australian Symphony Orchestra
Description

Babies Proms with the Philharmonic Orchestra
- [email protected]
- (03) 9328 9859
- https://wayo.com.au/concerts/current-season/
- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/babies-proms-with-the-philharmonic-presented-by-st-john-of-god-health-care-tickets-362837244967
The Babies Proms offer children aged 2 - 8 the wonderful opportunity to experience live music with a full 70-piece symphony orchestra
- Dates:Aug 27, 28
- Time(s):10am & 11:30am
- Venue:Judith Cottier Theatre, Perth College
Details
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Type:Community,Kids,Youth
- Accessibility:Wheelchair access
- Hosted By:WA Youth Orchestras
- Ticket Price:$15
Description

Let Us Dance
HIP Company's acclaimed 2021 production returns. 'Let Us Dance' is an exciting, immersive performance that reimagines the Baroque dance suite with a contemporary twist.
- Dates:Aug 27
- Time(s):7:30pm-9:00pm (drinks from 7pm)
- Venue:Government House Ballroom
Details
- Other:History
- Event Venue:Government House, Western Australia
- Music:Opera,Chamber Music,Classical
- Performing Arts:Dance
- Accessibility:Wheelchair access
- Hosted By:HIP Company
- Ticket Price:Adult $60, Concession $50, Child under 18 $25.
Description

Opera Under The Stars | 30th Anniversary Gala Broome
OPERA UNDER THE STARS is celebrating 30 years of stunning opera performances, under the twinkling Broome sky in Western Australia’s North West on Saturday 27th August.
- Time(s):Doors 5.30pm. Show 8pm
- Venue:Mangrove Hotel
- Dates:Aug 27
Details
- Music:Opera,Classical
Description

2022 Maksim Oceania Tour Perth
- [email protected]
- 0433232403
- https://perthconcerthall.com.au/events/event/maksim-mrvica-2022
- https://perthconcerthall.com.au/events/event/maksim-mrvica-2022
This September, '2022 Maksim Oceania Tour’ will be touring five metro cities - Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland.
- Dates:Sep 7
- Time(s):19:30
- Venue:Perth Concert Hall
Details
- Music:Classical,World,Other Music
- Performing Arts:Other
- Hosted By:Harmonie International
- Ticket Price:79
- Event Venue:Perth Concert Hall
Description

Australian Chamber Orchestra's - ACO Collective concert
- [email protected]
- 08 9758 7316
- https://artsmargaretriver.com/australian-chamber-orchestas/
- https://artsmr20.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/75275
ACO Collective combines Australia’s most talented emerging string players with the professional musicians of the Australian Chamber Orchestra to create a high-energy 11-piece string orchestra.
- Dates:Sep 16
- Time(s):Doors and bar: 6.30pm | Performance: 7.30pm
- Venue:Margaret River HEART
Details
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Accessibility:Wheelchair accessible. Please contact Arts Margaret River to book.
- Hosted By:Arts Margaret River
- Ticket Price:VIP $65, VIP member $56, Adult $52, Member $45, Youth $25, Family $120
Description

UWA Music presents On the Scales
UWA Symphony Orchestra present a celebration of oft overlooked juggernauts of the romantic era
- Dates:Sep 16
- Time(s):7pm
- Venue:Government House Ballroom
Details
- Event Venue:Government House, Western Australia
- Music:Orchestral,Classical
- Accessibility:Wheelchair access
- Hosted By:UWA Conservatorium of Music
- Ticket Price:$35 Standard, $25 Concessions, $20 Irwin Street Collector
Description

A Tale of Three Keyboards
- [email protected]
- 08 9370 6443
- http://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/
- https://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/performances-and-events/bookings
The students and the lecturers of WAAPA will take you to a journey through time with historical and contemporary keyboards.
- Dates:Sep 18
- Time(s):3.00 pm
- Venue:Richard Gill Auditorium
Details
- Event Venue:Richard Gill Auditorium
- Music:Classical,Jazz
- Hosted By:WAAPA
- Ticket Price:$25 - $32
- Produced By:Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)