Whiskey Bar Series 2027
From Humanitix · Last checked 2 Nov. That's our last look, not a live ticket check.
Event details may change. Confirm times, availability and prices with the organiser before attending.
The lowdown
Harking back to the days of the speakeasy bars, this gem of a venue is the setting for four very special, intimate Ensemble Q Australia concerts in 2027.
Enter the room through a Narnia-inspired wardrobe and dissolve yourself in an evening of good company and incredible music played just for you by some of the finest musicians in Australia. Bring friends or make new ones, everyone is welcome.
Our Whiskey Bar Series has become one of Ensemble Q's fastest selling events, with many concerts selling out before everyone has had the opportunity to book.
YOU ASKED. WE LISTENED.
In 2027 we're keeping everything you love about the series - just 40 guests, exceptional chamber music, and the intimacy of the Whiskey Bar - but adding a second performance each evening.
Choose 5.30pm or 7.30pm, enjoy dinner after or before the performance.
Tuesday 9 February
Roger Benedict & friends
Sydney based, UK born soloist, principal violist, conductor and pedagogue, Roger Benedict is a recent addition to Ensemble Q and quickly became a much-loved member of the group. For this program we celebrate Beethoven's 200th anniversary with a glorious, handpicked program by Roger.
Program
Vieuxtemps Capriccio for solo viola
Beethoven Eyeglass Duo
Elena Kats Chernin 3 Interludes for solo viola
Beethoven String Quartet No 10 in E flat major Op 74 (Harp)
Mark O'Connor Appalachian waltz
Tuesday 13 April Helena Rathbone & friends
After their rip roaring Kodaly duo in 2026, ACO superstar Helena Rathbone and Trish Dean have become firm friends and duo partners and are planning another incredible night for violin & cello duo, with a friend or two to make it even more special.
Program to be announced
Tuesday 21 September
Joshua Batty & friends
Joshua Batty is a phenomenal solo flautist, formerly principal flute with the Sydney Symphony and now touring the world regularly. And keen as mustard to join Ensemble Q. We're delighted to shine the spotlight on him at the Whiskey Bar, in a special program of his choice.
Program to be announced
Tuesday 2 November The Goldberg Variations
Adam Chalabi, Benjamin Roskams and Trish Dean join for this masterpiece by Bach, arranged for string trio by Sitkovetsky. The last time we performed this we were told it was a "life-changing moment" by not just one audience member. Now is your moment.
Where to rock up
Electric Avenue & Mrs J. Rabbits, 23 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia, Brisbane
