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Southern Cross Soloists Hush

1 Mar 2026, 3pm
Concert Hall

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1 hour 10 minutes
no interval, subject to change without notice

In a world that hums with distraction, chamber music offers a rare invitation to pause, to look inwards. Karin Schaupp, “one of the world’s top classical guitarists” (The Australian), joins the Southern Cross Soloists (SXS) for a journey from dazzling light to calming night.

The program opens with electrifying dance tunes by Marin Marais and Isaac Albeniz. The program then transitions to night through famous songs by Schubert and Fauré, finding peace in music performed at the speed of the performers’ breath and heartbeat. As the sun prepares to set outside, Max Richter tucks the audience into bed, finding peace amid the hubbub. 

Program

Petra Salsjo Hacienda Heart for solo guitar (World Premiere)
Marin Marais Les Folies d’Espagne arr. for full ensemble  
Three night songs:

  • Franz Schubert Nacht und Träume D. 827  
  • Henry Purcell O solitude Z. 406
  • Gabriel Fauré Après un rêve Op. 7 No. 1

Aaron Wyatt Under the Canopy for string quartet
Isaac Albeniz Asturias (Leyenda) arr. full ensemble
Richard Reed Parry Music for Heart and Breath for viola and guitar
Max Richter Dream 3 from Sleep arr. for full ensemble 

Program subject to change.

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Artists

  • Chamber Ensemble Southern Cross Soloists
  • Soloist – Guitar Karin Schaupp

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