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As Patron of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, I am proud to extend
a very warm welcome to everyone able to attend the 2009 Festival and share
in the delight of what has become the largest and most significant festival
of chamber music in Australia. The Festival is now a highlight of the national
music calendar and its location in balmy, tropical Townsville, at a time when
most of the rest of the country is experiencing the chill of winter, is an
added attraction.
This year's Festival boasts a stunningly diverse programme, showcasing the
talents of an exceptional array of national and international artists. It combines
and juxtaposes classical works with more modern musical composition and
offers new and innovative collaborations to present what promises to be a
most beguiling blend of beautiful music.
Inviting, exciting and challenging: the repertoire of the 19th Australian Festival
of Chamber Music offers something for all music lovers.
I thank the Festival's Artistic Director, its Board and Management and all
associated with presenting this splendid event for the commitment and
inspiration they have brought to its organisation and on behalf of all Queenslanders,
wish music lovers from all around Australia a most enjoyable Festival.
Her excellency ms Penelope Wensley ao
Governor of Queensland
from the Governor of Queensland
Messa eg