Hayllar Music Tours

27/10/2026

Booking closes soon for our Christmas & New Year in Europe tour this December.

Enjoy the festive magic of Berlin, Dresden, Prague and Vienna, with performances in iconic venues - Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Deutsche Oper Berlin, National Theatre Prague, State Opera Prague, Vienna State Opera and the Vienna Konzerthaus - alongside private guided tours of some of Europe's most spectacular art galleries and historic buildings.

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Enjoy the festive magic of Berlin, Dresden, Prague & Vienna over Christmas and New Year: with visits to operas and concerts in iconic venues, all enriched by informative talks by Graham Abbott; with private guided tours of art galleries and spectacular historic buildings; by the immersion into t

27/10/2026

The full program has now been announced for the Adelaide Festival in 2027.

Join us and attend eight exciting performances by an array of world-class artists, alongside private talks by expert music educator Graham Abbott and an In-Conversation with Adelaide Festival Artistic Director, Matthew Lutton OAM.

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Immerse yourself in the Adelaide Festival, a pre-eminent cultural event in Australia and one of the world's major celebrations of the arts, by attending eight exciting performances, private talks by expert music educator Graham Abbott and a private In-Conversation with Adelaide Festival Artistic Dir

24/10/2026

To celebrate six years of Hayllar Chamber Music Weekends, we return to Spicers Guesthouse in the Hunter Valley in 2027 for a glorious week of music.

Reuniting many of the distinguished musicians who have appeared across our previous 14 events, alongside an exciting selection of new artists, this special anniversary event will be led by co-Artistic Directors Graham Abbott and Daniel de Borah.

Set amid the Hunter Valley’s picturesque vineyards and rolling landscapes, it promises an intimate and memorable celebration of extraordinary music-making, outstanding food and w**e, and the pleasure of sharing these experiences with fellow music lovers.

To celebrate six years of Hayllar Chamber Music Weekends, we return to Spicers Guesthouse in the Hunter Valley in 2027 for a glorious week of music. Reuniting many of the distinguished musicians who have appeared across our previous 14 events, alongside an exciting selection of new artists, this spe

21/10/2026

Looking back on a glorious weekend in the Hunter Valley for our final Hayllar Chamber Music Weekend of 2026 - The Art of the Violin.

With enormous thanks to our five incredible musicians, our Artistic Director Graham Abbott, and to all of our wonderful guests for joining us.

See you for more in 2027!

17/10/2026

We are thrilled to announce the full artistic lineup for our Daintree Rainforest Festival of Music in 2027.

Joining Artistic Director and violinist Andrew Haveron are violinist Elise Båtnes, Concertmaster of the Oslo Philharmonic, and cellist Louisa Tuck, Principal Cello of the Oslo Philharmonic, both making their Australian performance debuts. Violists Tobias Breider and Richard Waters, together with pianist Konstantin Shamray, complete this exceptional lineup.

Escape to the ancient beauty of the Daintree Rainforest for an extraordinary classical music festival at the exquisite Silky Oaks Lodge. Hosted exclusively by Hayllar Music Tours, this intimate experience brings together a group of acclaimed musicians, led by Artistic Director Andrew Haveron, for in

24/09/2026

Experience an extraordinary weekend of chamber music as the acclaimed Seraphim Trio performs the complete cycle of Beethoven’s piano trios at Spicers Hidden Vale in Grandchester.

Enjoy intimate performances, insightful commentary and the pleasure of exceptional music in an idyllic country setting, complemented by fine dining, beautiful surroundings and the relaxed luxury of Spicers Hidden Vale.

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Experience an extraordinary weekend of chamber music as the acclaimed Seraphim Trio performs the complete cycle of Beethoven’s piano trios at Spicers Hidden Vale in Grandchester in this bicentenary year. Set amid the tranquil beauty of the Lockyer Valley, this exclusive musical retreat offers the ...

22/09/2026

Journey through three of Italy’s most captivating cities on an unforgettable exploration of opera, art and history.

Discover the vibrant character of Palermo, the extraordinary musical heritage of Naples and the timeless splendours of Rome, with superb performances in three magnificent opera houses: Teatro Massimo in Palermo, Teatro di San Carlo in Naples, and Teatro dell’Opera di Roma.

Alongside exceptional music, explore palaces, galleries, ancient sites and magnificent churches, savour exquisite Italian cuisine and enjoy carefully chosen experiences that reveal the rich cultural heritage of southern Italy.

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Journey through three of Italy’s most captivating cities on an unforgettable exploration of opera, art and history. Discover the vibrant character of Palermo, the extraordinary musical heritage of Naples and the timeless splendours of Rome, with superb performances in three magnificent opera house...

20/09/2026

Experience an extraordinary European summer of opera and classical music, travelling to three of the continent’s most celebrated festivals.

Enjoy two outstanding performances at the magnificent Bavarian State Opera in Munich, including a Festival Song Recital with Anna Netrebko, and Verdi’s Rigoletto, starring Ludovic Tézier, Xabier Anduaga and Rosa Feola.

Experience La traviata performed on the world-famous floating stage of Lake Constance at the Bregenz Festival, and four world-class concerts at the prestigious Verbier Festival.

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Experience an extraordinary European summer of opera and classical music, travelling to three of the continent’s most celebrated festivals. Begin at the Munich Opera Festival, enjoying outstanding performances in the magnificent Bavarian State Opera, before travelling to Austria for the spectacula...

15/09/2026

We are delighted to announce the full program for our Opera & Art in Northern Italy tour in 2027

Attend four performances in the historic and magnificent houses of Teatro alla Scala, Teatro Regio di Torino, Teatro Malibran and Arena di Verona, and enjoy the delights of art, architecture and history in Turin, Verona, Mantua, Venice and Milan.

Attend four performances in the historic and magnificent houses of Teatro alla Scala, Teatro Regio di Torino, Teatro Malibran and Arena di Verona, and enjoy the delights of art, architecture and history in Turin, Verona, Mantua, Venice and Milan. Take in the beautiful Italian countryside as we trave

24/03/2026

We are pleased to announce our Music in the Southern Highlands Festival for 2027.

Join Artistic Director Umberto Clerici for five days of exquisite music, food and w**e in the stunning setting of the Southern Highlands in NSW.

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Join Artistic Director Umberto Clerici for five days of exquisite music, food and w**e in the stunning setting of the Southern Highlands in NSW. Enjoy eight exclusive concerts as part of this Music in the Southern Highlands Festival, organised exclusively by Hayllar Music Tours, along with five nigh