BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250106T014304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T161159Z UID:60901-1739386800-1739392200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-new-beginnings-2/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/new-beginnings-squre-v2.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250203T001511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T113214Z UID:61630-1739475000-1739480400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | KNEECAP DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-kneecap/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/kneecap-square-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241202T031650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T160628Z UID:60438-1739901600-1739907000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Jane Cafarella DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/jane-cafarella/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/jane-cafarella-sq-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250106T014520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T161156Z UID:60903-1739991600-1739997000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-new-beginnings-3/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/new-beginnings-squre-v2.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250221T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250221T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250121T235526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T163205Z UID:61399-1740166200-1740171600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Live: Hot Club Swing & Amie Brûlée DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/hot-club-swing-amie-brulee/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Live,Important Dates,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/udwcV2RW-e1738021755508.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250109T010836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T160554Z UID:61027-1740506400-1740513600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Megan Brown & Lucy Sussex DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/megan-brown-lucy-sussex/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/square-promo-megan-brown.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250108T015354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113129Z UID:60976-1740591000-1740594600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 1\, Special Event | Dancers on the Sea by Gabrielle Samson DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-atauro-timor-leste/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/square-promo-dancers-on-the-sea.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250106T014730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T113222Z UID:60905-1740596400-1740601800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | The Path of Peace: Three Ways to a Simpler Life DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-26-feb-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/square-promo-path-to-peace.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250108T035746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T121648Z UID:61006-1741197600-1741201200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:A BMI Fundraising Public Talk | The world in 2025 and beyond with Professor Geoffrey Blainey AC DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-world-in-2025-geoffrey-blainey/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/geoffrey-blainey-book-cover-before-i-forget-promo-square.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T054914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T113211Z UID:61868-1741201200-1741206600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | The Path of Peace: Three Ways to a Simpler Life DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-5-mar-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/square-promo-path-to-peace.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241107T052354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113149Z UID:59773-1741800600-1741804200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 1 | Ballarat's Changing Scene - Ballarat's Growth: Infrastructure Pressures DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-ballarats-growth/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/square-promo-individuals-infrastructure.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T055148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T113209Z UID:61870-1741806000-1741811400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | The Path of Peace: Three Ways to a Simpler Life DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-12-mar-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/square-promo-path-to-peace.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250211T042522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T061217Z UID:61914-1741894200-1741899600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | The Movie Teller DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-the-movie-teller/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sqaure-promo-bfs-update3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241219T033900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113146Z UID:60810-1742405400-1742409000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 1 | Ballarat's Changing Scene - Change in Ballarat's Car Industry DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarats-car-industry/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Ballarats-car-industry.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T224700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T074547Z UID:61877-1742410800-1742416200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Calm Amidst Chaos: How to Deal with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-19-mar-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/square-promo4-final.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250323T220000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250131T042444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T091428Z UID:61594-1742410800-1742767200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Broadway to Ballarat: The Haunted Theatre DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/broadway-to-ballarat-the-haunted-theatre/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Music,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/broadway-to-ballarat-promo-square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Reuben Morgan":MAILTO:reuben.i.morgan@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250213T025304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T051403Z UID:62065-1742839200-1742844600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Charlotte McConaghy DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/charlotte-mcconaghy/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/charlotte-sq-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250326T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250326T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241219T034349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113143Z UID:60812-1743010200-1743013800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 1 | Ballarat's Changing Scene - Changes to the Canadian Corridor DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/canadian-corridor/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/square-promo-individuals-canadian.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250326T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250326T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T231615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T074545Z UID:61884-1743015600-1743021000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Calm Amidst Chaos: How to Deal with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-26-mar-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/square-promo4-final.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250330T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250330T173000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241126T231156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T161603Z UID:60217-1743343200-1743355800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:70th Anniversary Minerva Social | Scottish Country Dancing DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/scottish-country-dancing-2025/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:external event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ballarat-scottish-square-promo-final.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat Country Scottish Dancing":MAILTO:heathermross2021@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250218T050634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T044951Z UID:62217-1743530400-1743535800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Mark Smith DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/mark-smith/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sq-promo-mark-smith.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241219T035224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113140Z UID:60820-1743615000-1743618600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 2 | Connections to War from a Ballarat Perspective: Dr Hardy DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/dr-hardy/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dr-hard-square-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T232440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T074541Z UID:61890-1743620400-1743625800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Calm Amidst Chaos: How to Deal with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-2-apr-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/square-promo4-final.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250404T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250404T220000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250403T233030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T040042Z UID:64276-1743793200-1743804000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:This is the Way the World Ends\, a Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/this-is-the-way-the-world-ends/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TWWE-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T230000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250217T004441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T042123Z UID:62137-1743881400-1743894000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Zak Plays Zach: The Ultimate Zach Bryan Tribute Show DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/zak-plays-zach/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ZPZ-Ballarat-Mechanics-Institute-Poster-April-2025-5-square-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250406T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250406T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250404T035555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T035937Z UID:64297-1743948000-1743958800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:This is the Way the World Ends\, a Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/this-is-the-way-the-world-ends-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TWWE-Square.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20241219T040512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T113137Z UID:60826-1744219800-1744223400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2025\, Season 2 | Connections to War from a Ballarat Perspective: War Grieving - Doctor's Perspective DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/war-grieving-doctors-perspective/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/square-promo-war-grieving-doctors.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250318T005938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T013240Z UID:62939-1744225200-1744228800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Ali Lowe & Vanessa McCausland DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ali-lowe-vanessa-mccausland/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/promo-ali-vanessa.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250409T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250210T232508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T074539Z UID:61891-1744225200-1744230600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Calm Amidst Chaos: How to Deal with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-9-apr-25/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/square-promo4-final.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T041417 CREATED:20250212T020827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T052500Z UID:61956-1744313400-1744318800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Red Rocket DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Guitar Quartet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August 30\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:30 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:30 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$33 – $36.30 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melbourne Guitar Quartet (MGQ) \n \n Expanding the sound world of the classical guitar \n \n Celebrating two decades at the forefront of Australian chamber music\, the Melbourne Guitar Quartet has established itself as one of the country’s most distinctive and dynamic ensembles. Renowned for their rich\, orchestral sound and innovative arrangements\, MGQ brings a fresh perspective to guitar performance through their use of the full Guitar Family of instruments — including classical bass\, baritone\, standard\, treble\, and octave guitars. \n \n Formed in 2005\, MGQ has captivated audiences across Australia with their vibrant stage presence\, technical precision\, and artistic vision. Their repertoire spans everything from reimagined classics to contemporary works\, often enhanced by subtle percussion textures. As one of only two quartets in the country dedicated to this idiom\, MGQ continues to redefine what’s possible within the guitar ensemble tradition. \n \n The group has released four critically acclaimed albums: Four Elements (2008) Toccata (2010)\, launched to a sold-out audience at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival In Colour (2014)\, a thematic exploration of Spanish and impressionistic repertoire Blood Oath (2020)\, featuring works by Arvo Pärt\, Robert Davidson\, Philip Glass\, and Pēteris Vasks. \n \n Their interpretations have drawn praise from leading composers and performers: “I rediscovered my music… under your fingers.”— Francis Kleynjans “Rhythmic vitality and a groove that would put many percussion ensembles to shame.”— Nigel Westlake “Exactly what the classical guitar world needs.”— Slava Grigoryan MGQ’s mission is simple: to bring the sound of the guitar quartet to new audiences\, through bold programming\, refined musicianship\, and a commitment to musical excellence. \n \n The Program \n \n Fratres – Arvo PartWinter in the Forgotten Valley – Nigel WestlakeMishima – Philip GlassOpals – Phillip Houghton \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This performance is part of a special fundraising effort to suport the Melbourne Guitar Quartet's upcoming international tour in 2026 \n \n The tour will include performances across the USA\, as well as featured appearances at the Seattle\, Liverpool\, and Sydney Guitar Festivals. All funds raised will go directly toward covering essential tour costs\, including international travel\, visa processing\, and accommodation expenses. \n \n The Musicians \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curent Members Dan McKay – Sophie Marcheff – Benjamin Dix – Rose Gonzalez \n \n MGQ proudly performs on Hannabach strings and gratefully acknowledges the support of Hannabach GmbH and Payton’s Music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets General Admission $36.30 | Group discount for a block of 4 or more tickets (ages 8 plus) $33 includes gst\, booking fee additional. Tickets not available from the Library Box Office. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-red-rocket/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sqaure-promo-bfs-red-rocket-2.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR