Genesis

Event Details
The WollCon Chamber Choir performs its inaugural concert at the Wollongong Art Gallery.
Genesis is a tasting of classical and classically-inspired music from across the centuries.

This journey begins with the choral greats of the Baroque period and meanders through the contemporary choral works of today, demonstrating how modernity and antiquity are inescapably intertwined.

Under the direction of Hayden Barrington, the new WollCon Chamber Choir seeks to strengthen vocal excellence in the Illawarra, blending tone and expression and highlighting the talented choristers of our community.

CONCERT DETAILS

Sunday 24th September, 2pm, Wollongong Art Gallery
Hayden Barrington | Director
David Vance | Piano

TICKETS

General – $25  Student/Concession – $20

Hayden Barrington directing the wollcon chamber choir
PROGRAM

Das Wort sie Sollen lassen stahn, BWV 80 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Nach dir Herr verlanget mich, BWV150 – Johann Sebastian Bach
My Heart is Inditing, HWV261: II. King’s daughters – George Frideric Handel
My Heart is Inditing, HWV261: III. Upon thy right hand – George Frideric Handel
Ubi Caritas – Ola Gjeilo
Ecce Novum – Ola Gjeilo
Ave Generosa – Ola Gjeilo
Days of Beauty – Ola Gjeilo
O Nata Lux – Morten Lauridsen
My Lord has Come – Will Todd
Locus Iste – Anton Bruckner
Locus Iste – Paul Mealor
The King Shall Rejoice, HWV260: II. Exceeding Glad shall He be  – George Frideric Handel

Sue is an accomplished and seasoned manager with a wealth of experience in government administration and community service delivery. With a strong background in strategic planning, organisational development, community engagement, project planning, and building strategic partnerships, Sue has consistently demonstrated her leadership and expertise and brings a wealth of knowledge to the board. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business focusing on Local Government and Creative Industries from the University of Wollongong, reflecting her commitment to public service and innovative leadership. Sue’s extensive career and dedication to community and social service make her a valuable asset, offering both strategic insight and practical experience to drive meaningful impact.

Anne has been a member of the Wollcon Board since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts from UNSW. She is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law and an accredited Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. She has taught family law and other subjects at Wollongong University.

For a number of years she has been a subscriber to the Australian Chamber Orchestra which regularly performs in Wollongong . She has been passionate about music and in particular music education to children and adults.

Jake has worked in the disability sector for 24 years- 17 of these with Interchange and 7 years as their CEO. Jake is passionate about inclusion and equality for both people with disability and their carers.

He holds an MBA, Bachelor of Commerce, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, as well as completing Diploma’s in Case Management, Community Services Coordination and the AICD Company Directors Course.

Jake is also a committee member on the International Short Breaks Association Board and has been a Director on the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music Board since 2022.

Wayne is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors as well as being a qualified company secretary and accountant with over 35 years experience in banking and finance. He performed for nine of those years as Chief Executive of IMB Ltd, and the preceding seven years as Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer, also with IMB. Wayne’s primary expertise is in the areas of governance, management, accounting, risk management and banking and finance. He has spent his whole life living in the Illawarra and is passionate about ensuring the Illawarra can provide the best possible opportunities and lifestyle for its residents. In 2024 Wayne was awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for services to the community.

Dr Terumi Narushima is a senior lecturer and Music Discipline Leader at the University of Wollongong. She is a composer, performer and sound designer specialising in microtonal tuning systems. Her works include Tritriadic Chimes, a sound installation for LA MicroFest, Hidden Sidetracks, a composition for custom-made instruments premiered by Ensemble Offspring at Sydney Opera House, and a project to build microtonal flutes using 3D printing. She has worked on theatre collaborations which have been presented nationally and internationally, including Yasukichi Murakami: Through a Distant Lens, Lost in Shanghai, and The Story of Chi. She performs with microtonal ensemble Clocks and Clouds, and her book Microtonality and the Tuning Systems of Erv Wilson is published by Routledge.

Nicky is the CEO of Community Industry Group. She has degrees in Dementia Care, Community & Environment and Marketing, and a Grad Dip in Project Management. She is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and an Honorary Fellow of UOW. In addition to Chairing the WollCon Board, she is Deputy Chair of the Regional Development Australia Illawarra Shoalhaven Board and an Independent Non-Executive Director of Warrigal, a large not-for-profit specialising in the provision of services for older people.

Her corporate governance and strategy experience extends through a 20+ year career on boards in the corporate, government and NFP sectors.