THE JULIET LETTER
The Crossing Machine Presents a night of music based on the Elvis Costello & The Brodsky Quartet album
In 1993, Elvis Costello in conjunction with The Brodsky Quartet penned The Juliet Letters. A song cycle with string quartet and voice. Against all predictions, the live-recorded classically leaning album, comprised of imaginary letters to Juliet Capulet climbed the charts worldwide. For one show only, The Crossing Machine will breathe new life into the album, in a stage production at The Brunswick Ballroom.
The Crossing Machine is an establishing Melbourne based string quartet, bringing together some of the most in demand string players in the country. Collectively, they have worked with Alice Cooper, Roger Daltrey, Elton John, Jimmy Barnes, Peter Frampton, Barry Humphries, Billy Thorpe, Guy Sebastian, Kate Ceberano and Circus Oz. For this show The Crossing Machine will be joined by Adam Starr, versatile and enigmatic singer from the band Frock.
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Not my scene , found it very monotonous
This was so true to the original. Excellent musicians and performers
Excellent performance. Sound acoustics outstanding
Great venue. Good rendition of the Juliet Letters. However we arrived at 6:30 believing that was when the show started. Had to fill in 2 hours and this made it a late night as we had to travel back to Anglesea after the show.
Musically rewarding; Delivered with feeling, presence and skill. It is rare when the lyrics in a recital are clear and understandable, and where each instrument in the group complements the others so well.
Talented musicians ,
Sublime singer that brought to life the legend that is Elvis Costello!