TIGS is delighted to be supporting the upcoming Symphony & Cocktails bushfire appeal concert ‘Rachmaninov in Red Square’. The event is being held at the Wollongong Town Hall on 29 February and 1 March and is raising money for families impacted by the recent bushfires. All funds raised will be directed to our local region via the Mayoral Bushfire Relief Funds at Shoalhaven City Council, Wollondilly Shire Council and Wingecarribee Shire Council.

Former TIGS student, Jennifer Condon, is organising the event with assistance from former Head of the Arts, Renae Pinazza. Jennifer currently works internationally as a freelance symphony and opera conductor and will lead the 70-piece symphony orchestra. Many of those involved are connected to TIGS as current or former staff, tutors or Alumni.

Jennifer Condon – Conductor

Renae Pinazza – Violin

Adrian Whitehall – Principal Double Bass

Claire Hollander – Principal Trumpet

Rita Woolhouse –  Principal Cello

Mia Whitehall – Viola

Miffy Ryan – Viola

Mariah Edwards – Viola

Liana Bonaccorso – Violin

Des Canning – Tuba

Suzanne Cowan – Principal Flute

Emma Black – Viola

The event will also feature well known Australian concert pianist and composer, Ambre Hammond. While in Wollongong for rehearsals, Ambre will also be performing at the School during our upcoming TIGS Parents Evening.

To read more about the performers and their connection to TIGS, please see the Rachmaninov in Red Square – TIGS Team flyer. Tickets can be booked via the Wollongong Town Hall website.