Mirabilis Collective Videos
Rollercoaster Ride is a song written and arranged by Julia Nicholls in June 2017 for Clarion Quartet.
The PDF sheet music is available here: julianicholls.gumroad.com/l/OPhG
Please credit Julia Nicholls & Clarion Quartet if you perform it, and while this PDF is available for free, you have the option to pay if you want. All support is appreciated!
Many thanks to Deke Sharon at the 2017 Sydney A Cappella Festival for filming this video.
The Ties That Bind" showcased women's diverse musical contributions throughout history in an interdisciplinary concert experience led by Artistic Director Stephanie Nicholls. Featuring compositions by Valerie Coleman, First Nations Yorta Yorta songwriter Madi Colville-Walker, and West Australian composer Carmel Dean, alongside genres like lieder, folk, and electro-pop, the concert highlighted the vast range of women's musical expression.
Performed by the intergenerational Mirabilis Collective chamber ensemble, with creative arrangements by Stephanie and Julia Nicholls, the project brought a unique perspective to these works. Sarah McNeill, along with Elisabeth Parry and Julia Nicholls, crafted engaging narratives to deepen the audience's connection to the music. "The Ties That Bind" honoured women's experiences and the vital role of community in supporting artistic creation.
The Ties That Bind Highlight reel features Umoja by Valerie Coleman, Yinyarr Mulana Winyarr by First Nations Yorta Yorta woman Madi Colville-Walker, Constant Craving by k.d. lang, “Elegy” from Renaesence by West Australian composer Carmel Dean, “Spring Tide” from Coastal Kaleidoscope by Alyssa Morris and Hold the Girl by Rina Sawayama.
Musicians
Lucinda Nicholls - soprano
Tresna Stampalia - flute
Anneke van der Laan - cello
Julia Nicholls - violin
Irina Buevska-Cowell - piano
Stephanie Nicholls - oboe
Performed at Wesley Uniting Church, Perth, Monday, 11 December 2023 | Videography by Tallulah ChongEmily Gelineau's Her Time, premiered by Mirabilis Collective on the eve of International Women's Day 2023, is a groundbreaking work demonstrating artistic innovation, technical mastery, and profound cultural impact.
Inspired by Lang Leav's poetry, Gelineau's unique compositional voice transforms the image of a flickering candle into a cascading vocal motif. Woven through the chamber ensemble, this motif embodies the work's thematic core: a woman's opportunity, resilience, and the power of choice. Her nuanced use of form conveys a complex narrative, showcasing a deep understanding of how structure amplifies meaning.
Her Time resonates powerfully with contemporary audiences. Its premiere, timed with International Women's Day, amplified themes of female empowerment and the urgency of seizing opportunities. In an era of ongoing gender disparity, this work speaks to vital social issues, demonstrating music's ability to shape cultural conversations.
Mirabilis Collective's performance elevated Gelineau's vision. This ensemble, dedicated to championing women in music, brought sensitivity and technical skill to the score. Their precise execution of the cascading motif and emotive interpretation highlighted both the composer's intent and chamber music's capacity for nuanced, intimate expression.
Her Time explores universal themes of choice and legacy with an intimacy unique to the genre. This work embodies the power of female voices forging their paths, pushing boundaries, and resonating beyond the concert hall.
Performed at Wigmore Studio, University of Western Australia, Sunday, 20 August 2023 | Videography by Jessica RussellWest Australian composer Emily Gelineau talks about the process and influences for her work Her Time based on a poem by Lang Leav for Mirabilis Collective's creative development "Hear Me, Hear My Name".
Tuesday 7 March, 2023 | Videography by Georgie IversHighlights from two works taken from the industry presentation of Mirabilis Collective's creative development 'Hear Me, Hear My Name' — music written or inspired by women named Emily.
“Paradise Is No Journey” from The Gorgeous Nothings — Ingrid Stölzel (born 1971) with text by Emily Dickinson (1830 - 1886)
“Scherzo” from Piano Trio in B minor Op.16 — Emelie Mayer (1812-1883)
Musicians
Lucinda Nicholls - soprano
Tresna Stampalia - flute
Stephanie Nicholls - oboe
Anneke van der Laan - cello
Caroline Badnall - piano
Performed at Ross Memorial Church, West Perth, Tuesday, 7 March 2023, the eve of International Women's Day. | Videography by Georgie IversThis video reel captures diverse audience reactions to Mirabilis Collective's Hear Me, Hear My Name concert in August 2023. Testimonials highlight the power of the performance, the appeal of innovative chamber music, and the project's success in engaging listeners with new sounds and perspectives. The video demonstrates how the project fosters a vibrant community around contemporary chamber music, showcasing the genre's capacity for fresh, dynamic, and socially relevant work.
Performed at Wigmore Studio, University of Western Australia, Sunday, 20 August 2023 | Videography by Jessica Russell