AboutClaire Matthews, Author at The Creative Issue
Claire Matthews
I am an avid reader and storyteller, and have always had a love for words. Since scrawling out stories from an early age, I have dreamed of becoming a published author. When not writing, editing or journaling, I am a keen violinist, classical music lover, and a member of a youth orchestra. Whether I’m jamming to the beat or splashing paint on canvas or clicking the shutter and seeing the world through the viewfinder, I always keep my spark alive.Brisbane Music Festival’s Refreshing ‘Celestial Spirits’ Concert
April 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane Music Festival’s Celestial Spirits concert on Saturday presented an afternoon of exquisite chamber music and refreshing contemporary sounds.
Queensland Ballet Dancin’ in the rain at Riverstage
April 22, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Ballet fans and families flocked to Riverstage last Saturday for an evening of free entertainment (and rain!) in Queensland Ballet on the Lawn.
Katie Noonan launches AVÉ: Australian Vocal Ensemble
April 10, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Introducing AVÉ, a national first acapella quartet celebrating old and new classical music and stories. Read More
Deborah Cheetham AO makes debut with Opera Queensland
March 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Brisbane audiences were treated to an intimate and heartfelt recital with Indigenous soprano Deborah Cheetham AO in Opera Queensland’s studio series last weekend.
QSO’s Firebird Concert Ignites Vibrant Storytelling
March 27, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Firebird concert Friday March 19, presented a morning of instrumental splendour and fiery storytelling.
Indigenous Soprano Deborah Cheetham AO performs with Opera Queensland
March 18, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Yorta Yorta soprano Deborah Cheetham AO takes the stage in her Opera Queensland debut in the latest Studio Series concert, Songs my mother sang to me. Read More
Opera Queensland’s Lorelei: Ancient Myth Meets Modern Woman
March 13, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Opera Queensland’s Lorelei tells the story of an ancient myth, with a modern twist. Featuring three of Australia’s leading opera voices in a boundary-breaking mix of opera, musical theatre and cabaret, this is a show well worth seeing.
Queensland Ballet Celebrates 60th Anniversary Gala
March 9, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Ballet’s 60th Anniversary Gala on Friday night in the QPAC Playhouse was a joyous and momentous event for the company, celebrating their achievements over the last 60 years.
QSO Paints Lush Musical Landscapes
March 3, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Queensland Symphony Orchestra presented a concert of lush musical landscapes from rivers to mountains to skies on Sunday morning at QPAC.
Flowers, Birds, Fountains: Southern Cross Soloists take us to Spain
March 2, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Guitarist Slava Grigoryan, together with ensemble Southern Cross Soloists, transported audiences across the seas to Spain and France on Sunday afternoon.
QSO Favourites: Beethoven to Bolero
February 14, 2021 | Claire Matthews
QSO Favourites last Saturday was an evening of entertaining and sublime music, featuring the orchestra’s favourite pieces from Beethoven to Bolero.
Topology Sources Instruments for Regional Kids
February 11, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Call out for instruments! Do you have a spare violin or viola that is not being used to its full potential? You can help Topology and Texas State School start its first strings program! Read More
Souvenirs from Spain: Slava Grigoryan & Southern Cross Soloists
February 10, 2021 | Claire Matthews
Southern Cross Soloists, together with acclaimed classical guitarist Slava Grigoryan, will present an afternoon of musical delight in Souvenirs De Aranjuez.
Brisbane Music Festival Returns for 2021
February 8, 2021 | Claire Matthews
After a successful online series last year, the Brisbane Music Festival is returning to stages and spaces across Brisbane for 2021.