Magic and monumentality — The Australian World Orchestra celebrates Mahler

The Australian World Orchestra presented Gustav Mahler's 4th and 5th symphonies in Sydney. Under the direction of Alexander Briger, the “Australia's true national orchestra” impressed with a dense, energetic interpretation. Particularly impressive: Sarah Traubel's soprano solo in “Das Himmlische Leben”. The audience thanked with long applause and standing ovations — an evening that confirmed the special position of this orchestra in the musical life of Australia.

Sarah Traubels Sopran-Solo „Das himmlische Leben“ war das Highlight der ersten Hälfte beim Mahlerfest am 4. September im Konzertsaal der Oper in Sydney. Credit: Daniel Boud

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Dirigent Alexander Briger leitete sein Orchester durch Mahlers Werke mit viel Ausdruck, Energie und ohne Partitur. Credit: Daniel Boud