Eleanor Brimblecombe - Grey Fantail

NOMINATION: Work of the Year - Chamber

NOMINATION: Work of the Year - Chamber

Chamber music is defined as works for between 1 and 12 players, with or without vocal parts, and with or without electronics A work is defined as a single complete musical composition, or expression. This includes music with movements or sub-works (i.e. song cycles), installations, and real-time compositions (improvised music).

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Nominee

Eleanor Brimblecombe

Title of the work

Grey Fantail

Performer

Sydney Symphony Orchestra 2024 Fellows

Performance Date

12/7/2024

Venue

Sydney Conservatorium of Music

Nominator Statement
'Grey Fantail' is another of Eleanor's works that bring Australian Wildlife calls to the stage. With striking and virtuosic motifs from the call of a Grey Fantail (captured by Eleanor during fieldwork), the work expanded through minimalist techniques. Eleanor writes: "Grey Fantails followed me through my travels, like the fervent security guards of the forest, capturing my attention and forcing me to listen to their interrogations. Their stubborn yet whimsical character is the driving force for this composition."

The work is unique, creative, highly rhythmic, and ear-grabbing. It shows off both the virtuosity of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows, as well as the Grey Fantail, with respect and care to the musicians, both human and avian. This work, as well as Eleanor's fresh and engaging approach and care towards Australian calls in music, should be commended.

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