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Troye Sivan and Smirnoff are doing stuff

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Troye Sivan, the GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation and pop culture icon, has just added a fresh and exciting title to his résumé – Smirnoff’s new ‘Chief Vibes OFFicer’ (CVO). Yes, you read that right. Troye is officially taking the reins as the global curator of “immaculate vibes,” kicking off a multi-year partnership with the world’s No.1 vodka brand, bringing fun, connection, and vibrant energy to fans across the globe. A Partnership That’s Pure Vibes The announcement couldn’t have come at a better time. Troye, who just wrapped his electrifying Sweat tour alongside Charli XCX, is preparing to hit the road again for the Australia and New Zealand leg of his global solo tour in support of his critically acclaimed 2023 album Something to Give Each Other. And now, amidst all this, Sivan is stepping confidently into his role for Smirnoff, amplifying the call to “Go OFF.” Smirnoff’s Go OFF campaign champions the idea of ditching the daily grind and making time for the good stuff—spontaneous nights out, belly-laugh-induced shenanigans, and unforgettable moments shared with friends. “Go OFF” is about togetherness, fun, and individuality, qualities that Sivan embodies effortlessly. “For me, Smirnoff has always been omnipresent—whether it’s at house parties, backstage at shows, or nights out with friends. I see the brand all around the world, and whenever I do, it feels like something I want to be part of,” said Troye. “’Go OFF’ is all about getting people together and being ourselves—something I’ve really embraced in this part of my life and something I’m excited… Read More

Australian Brandenburg Orchestra announces 2023 season 

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In 2023, the famed Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, a baroque orchestra that tours Australia, will put on six live concert series performed at Sydney’s City Recital Hall and Melbourne Recital Centre. The ambitious season reimagines diverse musical and cultural traditions and will see the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and Brandenburg Choir perform alongside celebrated Australian and international guest artists including Canadian-American cellist Elinor Frey, French Baroque violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte and Swiss-Iranian Baroque violinist Leila Schayegh who will all make their Australian debut.  Expect a truly global repertoire that will transport and transfix you. The production will open with Spanish Steps featuring leading Canadian-American cellist Elinor Freyin her Australian debut. Transporting audiences to the Spanish Steps in Rome, the concert’s rich program explores Italian composers and their affinity with Spain in an era of cultural enlightenment. Alongside the full orchestra led by Paul Dyer on the harpsichord, guest performer Frey will reveal her astounding artistry in seldom performed works by Boccherini and Sammartini.  Following that, Vivaldi will be given new life in Vivaldi Unplugged, promising to be one of next year’s most evocative experiences, the concert series will highlight Brandenburg’s celebrated concertmaster Shaun Lee-Chen’s consummate command of the violin and feature stage direction by Yaron Lifschitz, the Artistic Director of leading Australian performance company Circa.  And yes, there’s so much more. Download the brochure now. Book tickets here.