Our run began in Canberra on the 8th of August, then on to Wollongong, Sydney and finished up in Newcastle of the 12th. Audiences were strong in all four cities and comedian Drew Forsythe was the perfect addition to the Song Company. Those who attended will corroborate that Drew had audiences in stitches with his seemingly endless array of comedic expressions. Playing 13 different characters and using only a handful of simple props, Drew expertly flitted between characters never once skipping a beat as he switched hats and expressions several times within one conversation.
Period musicians Tommie Andersson and Laura Vaughan played beautifully and our very own Roland Peelman directed the group from behind the harpsichord giving us a taste of yet another one of his many virtuosic talents!
We had some fabulous reviews and feedback. Here’s what people were saying…
For its musical sophistication, imagination and fun, this is one of the best concerts in Sydney this year. Peter McCallum, SMH
We are long-time subscribers of the Song Company, so we know that we can only expect concerts that are creative, sophisticated, educative and exciting. The presentation of this madrigal-like commedia d’elle arte piece pushed all the boundaries of those adjectives. Further the production was funny and witty, with word plays and multiple layers of idea, character and language adding to the musicality. Jan Larson, Subscriber
I’ve always enjoyed listening to baroque music – it smoothes my crumpled soul. Hearing it together with Drew Forsythe’s antics and plot summaries increased the enjoyment by an order of magnitude. Oliver Johnson
