A Comic Opera in 3 acts by John Frederick Lampe

We are thrilled to be joining forces with The Choir of St Paul's College (University of Sydney) for our first presentation of an Opera.

The Dragon of Wantley received an impressive 69 performance run in 1737; more than any opera by the celebrated Mr. Handel and holding the London stages in thrall for 45 years! Is this an opera about a dragon and an inebriated knight? Or, is it mocking the excesses of rival Italian operas, in production across the street? Or, is it satirizing the first Prime Minister of England? In fact, this rambunctious satire contains all three, and the listener can decide which interpretation to enjoy.

Some of the finest early music singers in Australia join with the full force of The Muffat Orchestra in this exciting performance. Don’t miss this special opportunity to enjoy the brilliant music and hilarious plot of The Dragon of Wantley.

From 17th Consorts to String Quartets by Mendelssohn and his contemporaries, be swept away by the Muffat Quartet.

We are thrilled to be joining forces with The Choir of St Paul's College (University of Sydney) for our first presentation of an Opera.

We are pursuing our love of the string quartet with another program that juxtaposes the celestial consort pieces of the early Baroque with Classical and Romantic masterpieces. Immerse yourself in the trance-like calm of 4-part music by Scarlatti only to be swept away by the passion of Mendelssohn’s early string writing. To bridge the gap between these opposing forces we’re excited to present a programmatic work titled "Gli amanti rivali"(The Rival Lovers), by Carlo Monza whose gorgeous music is guaranteed to charm and delight. Join us for this special exploration of the old and new delivered by the refined and energetic playing of the Muffat String Quartet.

Alessandro Scarlatti (1660 – 1725) Sonata 1 a quattro senza cembalo in F Minor Carlo Ignazio Monza (1680 – 1739) Quartetto "Gli amanti rivali"(The Rival Lovers) in C Major Felix Mendelssohn (1809 – 1847) String Quartet in E-Flat Major "1823"