Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet presented by Musica Viva Australia Tickets
About Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet
Fresh from transformative performances that captivated audiences in Adelaide and Perth Festivals, Musica Viva Australia and Melbourne Recital Centre proudly present Jess Hitchcock and Penny Quartet as a highlight of NAIDOC week – an experience designed to connect us to something deeper.
Together, Jess and the Pennies present an evening of music that creates space for reflection and renewal through the collaborative vision of 11 Australian composers, each commissioned to reimagine one of Jess's songs for voice and string quartet.
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Start date
7th July, 2025
End date
7th July, 2025
Venue
Elisabeth Murdoch Hall | Melbourne Recital Centre
Accessibility
Lift access is available to all foyer levels of the building and all backstage areas (except the Orchestra Pit). Escalator access is also available between Ground Level and foyer Level 1. The hearing loop is available in stalls only.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAM: Arts Precinct, Sturt St, Stop 17 is on the Route 1 service and is conveniently located at the Centre’s doorstep. This is a platform tram stop providing level access to low floor trams, passenger shelter and protection from traffic. Alternatively you can alight at Stop 16, in front of the National Gallery of Victoria. Melbourne Recital Centre is a short walk down Southbank Boulevard (approximately 200 metres). This stop is serviced by routes 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67, 72.
BY TRAIN: The nearest station is Flinders Street, located approximately 10 minutes walk from the Centre.
BY BUS: The route 605 bus operates along Southbank Boulevard. Disembark at Victorian College of the Arts/Southbank Boulevard. Services towards City (Queen St) stop directly outside of Melbourne Recital Centre.
BY CAR: Limited on-street parking is available around Southbank or you can choose from a variety of conveniently located car parks when attending events at the Centre.
More information about Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet
ARTISTS
Vocals: Jess Hitchcock
PENNY QUARTET
Violin: Glenn Christensen
Violin: Madeleine Jevons
Viola: Anthony Chataway
Cello: Jack Ward
PROGRAM
Original songs by Jess Hitchcock in newly-commissioned arrangements:
Fight for Me (2019) arr. Christine Pan
Leader of the Pack (2019) arr. Ben Robinson
Running in the Dark (2019) arr. Matt Laing
By the Sea (2019) arr. May Lyon
Together (2019) arr. James Mountain
Days Are Long (2023) arr. Iain Grandage
Soak to My Bones (2023) arr. Harry Sdraulig
On My Own (2023) arr. Holly Harrison
Homeward Bound (2023) arr. Isaac Hayward
Unbreakable (2023) arr. Alex Turley
Collide (2020) arr. Nicole Murphy
Plan and Elevation: The Grounds of Dumbarton Oaks (for string quartet) - Caroline Shaw
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet at?
Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet is at Melbourne's Elisabeth Murdoch Hall | Melbourne Recital Centre, which is located at 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, Melbourne, 3006.
How much are tickets for Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet?
Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet tickets start at $54.
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