Sensory Concerts®

for families with sensory and additional needs

Saturday 9th November 2024
11:00am to 11.45am.

Program

Bach/Gounod – Ave Maria

Handel – Lascia ch’io pianga (Rinaldo)

Mozart – Voi che sapete (Marriage of Figaro)

Rossini – La Danza

Mozart – Papageno/papagena duet (Magic Flute)

Offenbach – Barcarolle (Tales of Hoffmann)

Poulenc – Les chemins de l’amour

Loewe/Lerner – I could have danced all night (My Fair Lady)

Rodgers/Hammerstein – Do Re Mi (Sound of Music)
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Sensory Concerts® is the brainchild of Grace Kim: a concert pianist and a mother with a fierce determination to make quality music accessible to all, without fear of social judgement.

This concert provides a live high-quality concert opportunity for families with sensory and additional needs, commonly associated with Autism, ADHD, Tourette Syndrome, and physical and intellectual disabilities. The music is designed to calm the senses and contains evidence-based sensory-friendly musical elements with various sensory-friendly seating options, retreat space, freedom of movement, and onsite therapist support.

Performed by acclaimed musicians, patrons can experience “Opera House” standard performances up close and personal at the Manly Art Gallery and Museum. The concerts are designed to satisfy both first-timers and seasoned concertgoers alike.

We are excited to bring you this exceptional program presented by creative director Grace Kim, joined by cellist Teije Hylkema (Principal Cello, Opera Australia Orchestra) and soprano Anna Fraser (performer with Pinchgut Opera and Sydney Chamber Opera).
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