Thought Is Surrounded By a Halo

Led by Artistic Director Katie Noonan, the Australian Vocal Ensemble combines heavenly vocals in a chamber setting, intertwining Australian compositions with new arrangements of Bach, Handel and Tomás Luis de Victoria. The program will feature new works based on the poetry of iconic QLD poets Gwen Harwood and David Malouf, creating a beautiful tension between ties to more traditional vocal music and modern Australian classical.

AVÉ, established in 2021, showcases Australia's rich, diverse narratives by exploring and celebrating stories from the oldest living culture, seamlessly intertwined with the contemporary sounds of Australia's finest living composers. The ensemble is a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation, acknowledging the origins of a capella chamber music singing while championing 21st-century Australian vocal works and composers. With a commitment to commissioning, creating, and collaborating, AVÉ has undertaken cross-art form collaborations with dance, film, and a spectrum of musical genres. Their approach to programming is refreshingly unique, placing contemporary voices at the forefront and reimagining classical works.