Fresh from a sell-out season in Europe, conductor Nicholas Milton brings An Evening with James Bond to Chatswood in February.
Artistic director and chief conductor of the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra (WSO), Nicholas Milton, is delighted to open the 2024 season with a gala concert: An Evening with James Bond. Dr Milton and one of the world’s greatest singers, Mary Carewe, performed this concert to sell-out audiences across Europe over the summer.
An Evening with James Bond is a celebration of themes from the iconic James Bond films from the 1960s to the 21st century.
Audiences will be immersed in this electrifying musical experience featuring classics like ‘Goldfinger,’ ‘Diamonds are forever,’ ‘Nobody does it better,’ and ‘Moonraker’ through to modern masterpieces, including Adele’s ‘Skyfall’ and Billie Eilish’s ‘No Time to Die’.
When announcing the opening concert, Dr Milton said: “An Evening with James Bond sets the tone for an exuberant and thrilling year.”
“The Willoughby Symphony Orchestra has never before devoted an entire concert to the incomparably thrilling music of the James Bond film franchise. We are partnering with one of the world’s greatest singers, Mary Carewe, to present a gala event that should not be missed by anyone who has ever enjoyed a James Bond film.
“Mary has recorded all of these songs with London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. When one hears her sing this music, it’s as if you are in the presence of the original artist, be it Shirley Bassey, Adele, Tina Turner or Billie Eilish. Mary has a unique ability to model her voice to these artists, and we’ll present with her the most beloved titles from the franchise,” Dr Milton explains.
Dr Milton says that this 2024 season presents a remarkable opportunity to experience the orchestra in varied exciting configurations, with a program designed to entertain and amaze the audience.
Join Dr Milton and the WSO on this unforgettable evening and prepare yourself for a night of ‘unbridled joy, extraordinary musical versatility and virtuosity from one of Australia’s most brilliant orchestras and a world-class singer’.
Where: The Concourse, Chatswood
When: 3 February at 7pm and
Sunday 4 February at 2pm
Prices: From $45 to $99
Bookings: 8075 8111
wsoc@willoughby.nsw.gov.au
concourse_boxoffice@centuryvenues.com.au