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.We Will Rise: Topology Announce Album of Resilience
May 31, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Innovative indie quintet Topology have announced their 16th album, We Will Rise, will be an anthem of resilience.
Katie Noonan on her New Album ‘The Sweetest Taboo’ and Iso-Life
May 26, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Five-time ARIA award-winning songwriter, Katie Noonan has released her 20th album The Sweetest Taboo during isolation.
Karin Schaupp Day in the Life
May 15, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Karin Schaupp is an internationally acclaimed classical guitarist, known for her unique stage presence and passionate performances.
Southern Cross Soloists’ Tania Frazer: Day in the Life
May 10, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Southern Cross Soloists are a chamber ensemble of Australia’s leading musicians known for their musical excellence.
QSO to Perform with Birds of Tokyo in 2021
April 29, 2020 | Claire Matthews
QSO and Birds of Tokyo will perform together in 2021 in a euphoric celebration for QSO, emerging from the dark tunnel of isolation into the sunshine.
Orava Quartet Day in the Life: Karol Kowalik
April 28, 2020 | Claire Matthews
The Orava Quartet is establishing their name in the Australian and international chamber music scene as passionate and engaging performers.
Day In the Life of Ensemble Q: Trish O’Brien & Paul Dean
April 24, 2020 | Claire Matthews
How are Brisbane’s classical musicians coping without concerts? We asked Ensemble Q to fill us in.
Topology Top Up Online Teaches Music from Home
April 22, 2020 | Claire Matthews
As leaders in musical creativity, composition and education, Topology have launched their Top Up Online program for schools and artists during COVID-19.
#MusicforMateship: Call for Musicians to Play your Part on Anzac Day
April 12, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Musicians across Australia and New Zealand are banding together to perform the Last Post on their driveways at 6am on Anzac Day, April 25, with #MusicforMateship.
The Australian Ballet launches free 2020 Digital Season
April 11, 2020 | Claire Matthews
The Australian Ballet has launched their free cinematic-quality digital season, bringing their performances to home viewers.
Day in the Life: Alastair Tomkins
April 11, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Creatives are being pushed to adapt and reinvent during COVID-19, including multi-skillset creative Alastair Tomkins.
You Can’t Stop the Music: QSO Online Performances
April 5, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Even COVID-19 can’t stop the Queensland Symphony Orchestra from making music, so tune in to their socials for QSO online performances by artists in their homes.
QSO-solation Playlist Keeps Music Flowing During Isolation
April 4, 2020 | Claire Matthews
From Mahler to Madonna, Bach to Buckley … The QSO-solation playlist is here! Artists from Queensland Symphony Orchestra have curated a playlist to keep spirits up and music flowing in these times of isolation.
Tune In, Tune Out with Camerata- Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra
March 29, 2020 | Claire Matthews
Camerata- Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra has launched 5@5, an online concert series to bring peace and comfort through low-key solo performances by artists in their backyards.