Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne tickets
About Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne
A GLIMPSE OF THE SUBLIME
Join The Latvian Radio Choir and Genevieve Lacey as they look to the skies for dancing planets and soaring birds in the music of Pēteris Vasks. Get lost in the sheer beauty of Arvo Pärt’s Magnificat and listen to the world’s first singers in Hollis Taylor’s Bird on Byrd. Then experience an uplifting new commission from iconic Latvian composer, Ēriks Ešenvalds, setting the words of multi-award-winning Australian author and poet, Alexis Wright.
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Start date
7th November, 2026
End date
7th November, 2026
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
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 Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne
'(Lacey plays with) wit, sensuality, and mind-boggling flamboyance.’ — Guardian
‘This chorus’s expertise in music pushes voices to extremes, from ethereal high tones to uncannily sustained bass drone.’ — New York Times
ARTISTS:
Latvian Radio Choir
Artistic Director: Kaspars Putniņš
Recorders: Genevieve Lacey
PROGRAM:
Caroline SHAW And the Swallow
VAN EYCK Engels Nachtegaeltje
PÄRT Magnificat and Nunc dimittis
MENDELSSOHN Psalm XXII ‘Mein Gott, warum hast du mich verlassen’
Hollis TAYLOR and Jon ROSE Bird on Byrd*
PALESTRINA Diminutions on Pulchra es anima mea
VASKS Our Mothers' Names
Ēriks EŠENVALDS Ceremony of Swans*
*Commissioned by Musica Viva Australia. World premiere performances.
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne at?
Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne is at Southbank's Elisabeth Murdoch Hall | Melbourne Recital Centre, which is located at 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, 3006.
How much are tickets for Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne?
Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne tickets start at $85.
How do you get tickets for Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne?
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How long is Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne on for?
Tickets for Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne are available through 7 November 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey presented by Musica Viva Australia | Melbourne accessible?
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.