Inventi Ensemble will visit Ararat Gallery TAMA for an instalment of Ararat Rural City Council’s Music in the Gallery series.

Inventi Ensemble will present 1001 Nights, a one-hour performance inspired by an ancient collection of Middle Eastern folk tales also known as One Thousand and One Nights, weaving together stories of adventure, romance, humour, courage, faraway places and mythical creatures.

The program draws on the imagination and storytelling tradition of the tales, bringing together music that evokes shifting moods and worlds.

The afternoon concert will be in the gallery, offering audiences an opportunity to experience live classical music surrounded by the gallery’s collection and exhibitions.

Council chief executive Tim Harrison said the council’s public venues played an important role in expanding the range of experiences available to local residents.

“Our public venues are committed to bringing new experiences to our residents, whether that is live music, theatre, visual arts, learning opportunities, or community events,” he said.

“Music in the Gallery offers something distinct. It brings high-quality performance into a relaxed and accessible setting, while also giving people another reason to spend time in one of our important cultural spaces.

“Inventi Ensemble has developed a thoughtful program that will appeal to regular classical music audiences and people who are simply looking to enjoy something different on a Sunday afternoon.”

Inventi Ensemble is led by artistic directors Ben Opie and Melissa Doecke.

The Music in the Gallery performance will be at Ararat Gallery TAMA on Sunday, September 20, with a pop-up bar in the gallery foyer open from 3.30pm and the house open at 3.45pm, while the performance will be from 4pm to 5pm with no interval.

Tickets are $79 full price and $66 concession. People can book tickets and find further information at www.araratgallerytama.com.au/event/music-in-the-gallery-inventi.

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