Skip to main content

Argentina! A Celebration

8 July 2023

In the Utzon Room

Classical Music

Join in Argentina’s Independence Day celebration by sharing its music and dance at our most iconic landmark, with the best views of the harbour! 

A joyous and uplifting occasion you won’t forget!

History of Argentinian culture is only complete with its wonderfully diverse styles of music and dance. The rich contributions of indigenous music styles, combined with African beats, with Spanish and other European traditions and of course Tango, have created something very special, during the course of  last 300 years.

This makes for an infectious and exciting melting pot of sounds, that inspire its audience to engage and participate. After all, Argentinians are known for their sense of fun and are a people who really know how to party!

The artists will share a feast of songs and dance of Milonga, Tango, Candombe, a few surprises and of course, Piazzolla…!

This occasion is supported by the Consulate General of the Argentine Republic in Sydney.

Artists

Voice
Ayşe Göknur Shanal

Piano
David Miller

Guitar
Regan Awale

Tango master
Pedro Florentino Alvarez

Tango dancer
Belen Silva

Creative consultant
Gabriel Gonzalez

Presented by Ayşe Göknur Shanal

Other information

You may also like

Stephen Hough performs Mendelssohn

4 – 7 Jun 2025

Sir Stephen Hough is one of the world’s great pianists, captivating audiences with his sublime artistry.

  • Classical Music
Stephen Hough wears a pinstripe shirt as his eyes are closed playing the piano in front of the violin section of an orchestra

ChorusOz: A Sea Symphony

8 Jun 2025

ChorusOz gathers under the sails of the Sydney Opera House to sing Vaughan Williams’ mighty Sea Symphony.

  • Classical Music
An image of a wave crashing against a rocky shore

Colour, Sound, Lore

31 Jul 2025

Celebrate the homecoming of one of Australia's finest orchestras! Join the Australian Youth Orchestra, William Barton and Christian Li, for a spellbinding evening of Mendelssohn, Rimsky-Korsakov and Sculthorpe.

  • Classical Music

Checking availability