2026 Festival Program

AFCM Concert Conversations begin each morning with Artistic Director Jack Liebeck in conversation with guest Festival artists, sharing stories and insights from their musical journeys. Each session is followed by a 45-minute performance, with tea and coffee served.

Tickets start from $30 for patrons under 30 years of age and $89 for AFCM Friends.

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• Included in Gold and Gold Plus Subscriptions 
• Available for selection in Silver & Silver Plus Subscriptions 

In this playful and interactive concert, classical instruments become storytellers, painting pictures of animals, plants and imaginary landscapes through sound. A fluttering flute might turn into a bird, a cello into a growling bear, or a violin into a silly bull.

Designed especially for families and young listeners, this concert invites children to listen, imagine and discover how music can create whole worlds without a single word being spoken.

A joyful introduction to classical music that sparks curiosity, creativity and wonder - for kids and grown-ups alike.

Tickets start from $10 for children under 15, and $32 for AFCM Friends.

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

• Included in Gold and Gold Plus Subscriptions 
• Available for selection in Silver & Silver Plus Subscriptions 

What does it really mean to age well? Dr Eddy Strivens introduces the work of the HART (Healthy Ageing Research Team), examining the science behind longevity, brain health and quality of life. This insightful session explores practical, evidence-based approaches to staying active, engaged and healthy at every stage of life.

Tickets start from $30 for patrons under 30 years of age and $41 for AFCM Friends.

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SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

• Included in Gold Plus Subscriptions Only
• Available for selection in Silver & Silver Plus Subscriptions 

As we bid farewell for now, come and celebrate the final get together of AFCM 2026 in a programme featuring Dvorak, Ravel and Rodgers and Hammerstein.  See you next year!!

Tickets start from $30 for patrons under 30 years of age and $95 for AFCM Friends.

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

• Included in Gold and Gold Plus Subscriptions 
• Available for selection in Silver & Silver Plus Subscriptions