Jacob Lawrence and Friends by Asia TOPA

This single-day recital features Melbourne-born tenor Jacob Lawrence performing sacred music from the 17th century, including works by Dietrich Buxtehude, Marc-Antoine Charpentier, and Andreas Hammerschmidt. Presented as part of the Hanson Dyer Hall Concert Series at the University of Melbourne's Southbank campus, the program highlights historically informed performance practice with accompaniment by Early Music Studio staff and students led by Donald Nicolson, plus voice students directed by Stephen Grant. The event takes place on 19 May 2026 from 7:30pm to 9pm AEST and can be streamed live via the website. Wheelchair accessible venues ensure broad attendance, with overbooking noted for free events.