2007 Songs Without Words Tour

Photography: © Monty Coles

Karin Schaupp & Genevieve Lacey

The 2007 Songs Without Words Tour will see internationally acclaimed soloists Karin Schaupp and Genevieve Lacey dazzle and delight audiences across the country this July and August. The poetic elegance of Schaupp paired with the ARIA award winning virtuosity of Lacey makes for an unforgettable concert experience, as they present the rather unique combination of recorder and guitar in a diverse programme. Exploring unexpected repertoire from the Baroque to the present day, sonatas to folksongs, the duo share a strong bond both musically and personally.

The pair first performed together at the 2004 Barossa Festival in South Australia and released their first album Songs Without Words through ABC Classics in May 2006. Whilst promoting the album, the duo performed to rapturous audiences in 2006, and will again share their breathtaking talent on this new tour.

Genevieve Lacey

Genevieve Lacey is acclaimed internationally as a recorder virtuoso. She performs repertoire spanning ten centuries, collaborating on projects as diverse as her medieval duo with Poul Høxbro and her contemporary role in Elision/John Rodgers'/Justine Cooper's video opera Tulp. Genevieve has recorded multiple CDs including Il flauto dolce, her first release with ABC Classics, which won the 2001 ARIA Award for Best Classical Recording. Genevieve performs as a concerto soloist, touring both nationally and internationally with The English Concert, Academy of Ancient Music, Australian Chamber Orchestra, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, including a performance at the 2001 Proms at Royal Albert Hall.

Karin Schaupp

Karin Schaupp is one of the most outstanding young guitarists on the international scene. While still in her teens she won prestigious international prizes, and today tours regularly throughout Europe, Australia, Asia and the US, performing as a recitalist, soloist and festival guest, and making countless TV and radio appearances. Karin is held in great esteem by her peers worldwide and her unique stage presence and magical, passionate playing have inspired several composers to write works especially for her. Recent highlights include performances with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and featured performances at World Expo Japan and the Goodwill Games opening ceremony. Karin has released five highly acclaimed solo albums and is a founding member of the ARIA award winning Saffire | The Australian Guitar Quartet.

A program of constant listening delights with immaculate performances
Canberra Times

Sublime
Herald Sun

A program of constant listening delights with immaculate performances
Canberra Times

Bubbling personalities...wizard talents
Courier Mail

...A delightful and heart-warming concert
The Mercury