About Kammer

About KAMMER

The members of KAMMER all share a common musical heritage, bringing together years of study and professional experiences living and working in London and continental Europe. Concerts are presented in a relaxed and friendly manner, often with brief introductions about the music to be performed. The KAMMER combination of winds, strings and piano allows exciting programming possibilities.

KAMMER is dedicated to performing traditional European chamber music and exploring the way it has inspired composers throughout the world. The ensemble also has a strong interest in the original sound of Australian music and is committed to performing and commissioning works by Australian composers. KAMMER is proud to be part of the NEW MUSIC NETWORK.

As Ensemble-in-Residence at Wollongong Conservatorium of Music, KAMMER has a busy schedule of concerts, master-classes and workshops in the Illawarra area.

KAMMER is represented in the Musica Viva Australia 2006 – 2007 Countrywide and Export Directory.

KAMMER Origins

Launched as the “Bennelong Ensemble” in 1999 by professional musicians from Australia and Great Britain, the ensemble quickly established a reputation for excellence and innovation through performances at the British Music Information Centre, St.James’ Church, Piccadilly and as part of the “Fresh” series at the Purcell Room, on London’s South Bank

The ensemble went on to perform in a live broadcast for the BBC Radio 3 programme “In Tune”, They participated in the Jackson’s Lane “Music Past & Present” series in London and toured throughout the UK.
Their festival appearances have included Aldeburgh, Cheltenham, Grassington, Henley and Linari in Italy.
The Bennelong Ensemble opened the PricewaterhouseCoopers Celebrity Recital Series 2004 at Jersey Arts Centre to enthusiastic reviews, “...if there has been a more vivid example of the power of contemporary music performed at the Arts Centre I certainly can’t recall it.”(Jersey Evening Post)

Three of the founding members of the Bennelong Ensemble have since moved to Australia. They are: Lisa Osmialowski (Flute), John Lewis (Clarinet) and Alan Hicks (Piano). With two colleagues from London, Scott Taggart (Violin) and Christine Jackson (‘Cello) they form the heart which is KAMMER.