The Cat Empire With The Sydney Symphony Orchestra

5 - 7 September 2024

In the Concert Hall

Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Classical Music

The legendary Australian band bring their beloved tunes and new sounds to a musically immersive orchestral experience with the Sydney Symphony.

The Cat Empire with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra

In this special concert at the Sydney Opera House, The Cat Empire joins forces with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in this electrifying collaboration. Together they will perform some exciting new material as well as The Cat Empire classics re-invented for the orchestral world, drawing on the vibrant worlds of Afro-Cuban, Seychellois Kreol, Brazilian and flamenco music combined with the band’s unique sense of musical style.

Featuring world-class flamenco artists Richard Tedesco, Johnny Tedesco, Chantelle Cano, and a large choir, this immersive orchestral experience shows this iconic band like you have never heard them before. 

Presented by Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Artists

Nicholas Buc conductor
The Cat Empire
Sydney Children's Choir
Arte Kanela flamenco
Richard Tedesco guitar
Johnny Tedesco cajón and dance
Chantelle Cano dance
Roscoe James Irwin arranger

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