From Commissioning to Performance: A Glimpse into Mirabilis Collective's Musical Process

Embracing Musical Diversity

At Mirabilis Collective, diversity isn't just a word; it's our musical philosophy. From classical to contemporary, from folk to world music, we explore genres and styles that resonate with our mission. It's an exciting journey that uncovers hidden gems and brings fresh perspectives to our repertoire.

Commissioning New Works

One of the important aspects of our ensemble is our commitment to commissioning music by West Australian women composers and songwriters. It's more than a project; it's a passion. It's about supporting creativity, fostering talent, and giving a platform to voices that might otherwise go unheard.

The Thrill of a New Score

Opening a new score for the first time is a thrill, like turning the first page of a book you know you'll love. This was precisely the feeling when we opened Emily Gelineau's new work, "Her Time." It was a connection, an anticipation of the music yet to be explored and shared. The notes on the page were not just symbols; they were an invitation to a musical journey.

Creating Arrangements and the Joy of Collaboration

Creating arrangements is part of our process, a collaboration that involves understanding, translating, and adapting music for our ensemble. It's a challenge, but one that brings satisfaction and enhances our connection to the music.

For Concert One of our series Her Voice Resounds, we gave our arranger, Julia Nicholls, the challenge to arrange three pieces of contemporary music by Indigo Girls, Emily Wurramara and Kate Bush for chamber ensemble. Julia has beautifully captured the essence of these songs—and we all share in the satisfaction of performing something truly special.

Sharing Our Discoveries

Our work comes together on stage, where discoveries, commissions, and arrangements find their place. The audience connects with the music, and we, in turn, connect with them, sharing not only the notes but the stories behind them. It's a reminder of why we do what we do.

Join Us

We invite you to join us on this journey. Come to our concerts, listen to the music we've discovered and arranged, and share in the joy of creation and performance. Because at the end of the day, that's what Mirabilis Collective is all about: discovering, creating, and sharing music that resonates with all of us.