


Led by guest conductor Jaime Martín, Queensland Symphony Orchestra presents an evening of sonic wonder.
At its centre is Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloé, a sweeping ballet score of shimmering harmonies and luminous orchestration. Featuring full choir with Voices of Birralee and an expansive percussion section, this musical fresco of colour and light is often called his magnum opus.
Equally striking is James MacMillan’s Veni, Veni, Emmanuel, performed by soloist Claire Edwardes. This one movement work pulses with a heartbeat that underpins the entire piece, as MacMillan weaves a soundscape of marimba, congas, gongs and more. At once abstract and deeply expressive, the concerto draws on the Advent message to shape its musical journey. A percussion showcase of astonishing scale.
2hr. Incl 1 Interval.
Concerts, Classical
17th July, 2026
18th July, 2026

QPAC is dedicated to being welcoming, accessible and inclusive for the widest possible audience. Your visit to QPAC may involve some stairs. Each theatre has lifts which assist patrons with mobility difficulties to access all foyers.
BY TRAIN: Stop at South Brisbane Station, opposite QPAC in Grey Street.
BY BUS: Stop at Cultural Centre, Melbourne Street
BY CITYCAT: Stop at the South Bank ferry stop, which is only a short walk along the river from QPAC.
BY TAXI: The taxi area is located on the Grey Street side of QPAC. Free taxi phones are located in the Melbourne Street foyer, Cremorne Theatre lobby and near the Playhouse cloakroom.
BY CAR: There are a number of paid carparks available in the vicinity. We advise reviewing the Queensland Performing Arts Centre Visit Guide, for full details.
Conductor: Jaime Martín
Percussion: Claire Edwardes
Choir: Voices of Birralee
PROGRAM
James Macmillan: Percussion Concerto Veni, Veni, Emmanuel
Ravel: Daphnis and Chloé
Queensland Symphony Orchestra: Ravel & MacMillan runs for 2hr. Incl 1 Interval.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra: Ravel & MacMillan is at South Brisbane's Concert Hall | Queensland Performing Arts Centre, which is located at Corner of Grey and Melbourne Street, South Brisbane, 4101.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra: Ravel & MacMillan tickets start at $109.
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