Pat Jaffe and Callum Mintzis With Band at St John’s

The premiere of a new work for large ensemble from emerging Melbourne composers Callum Mintzis and Patrick Jaffe . This collaborative composition has been written specifically for some of Australia’s finest improvising musicians was held on Saturday 26th June 2021 at the stunning acoustic space of St John’s Anglican Church, Camberwell.

A large ensemble work, scored for string quintet, brass quartet, piano and organ, the piece celebrates moments of beauty and stillness in the natural world.

The debut performance of ‘A Sanctuary of Quietude ‘ featured the following ensemble:

Niran Dasika Trumpet

Ashley Ballat – Trumpet

Callum Mintzis – Trombone

Kiran Samuel – Bass Trombone

Willard Zhong – Violin

Amy You – Violin

Katrina Filshie – Viola

Oscar Woinarski – Cello

Helen Svoboda – Double Bass

Ned Wright-Smith – Organ

Patrick Jaffe – Piano

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