Matthew Angus Bassoon
“From the opening moments , the sonorous bassoon playing from Matthew Angus set a brooding atmosphere”
Source: City News
His acclaimed solo and
chamber music performances
have led to him appearing
regularly with the major
Orchestras of Australia
“…. a range of ever changing meters, tempos and rhythm with suitable authority and attention to detail. Particular mention should be made of bassoon playing by Matthew Angus, which was of a high order”
Source: Whitehat 2016
Upcoming Performances
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The Team of Pianists Presents Music for Clainet Bassoon and Piano
Matthew performs in a delightful program of Trios for Bassoon, Clarinet and Piano. Featuring music by Glinka and Kreutzer this is an exciting musical journey across centuries, styles and cultures.
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The Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Presents Acis and Galatea
Matthew performs as part of a chamber orchestra for this 1739 version pastoral opera in two acts. Presented by the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic soloists and choir this stunning work is presented in Melbourne on Saturday 2 and Tuesday 5 May and in Ballarat on Sunday 3 May.
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The Star Chorale presents Brilliant Baroque
Melbourne’s Star Chorale is presenting a program of the Baroque era featuring music by Vivaldi, Purcell and Durante. Matthew is performing as part of a small ensemble supporting the choir in what promises to be a stunning evening of music on Sunday 9 May 2026
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Vivaldi Bassoon Concerti with the Crossing Machine String Quartet
Matthew joins the Crossing Machine String Quartet in an inspiring concert featuring the bassoon. As principal soloist Matthew will be performing Vivaldi Bassoon Concertos and more! Come and hear Matthew play on Saturday 20 June at Diamond Creek at 2 pm
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Bendigo Beethoven Festival
This stunning initiative by the Bendigo Symphony Orchestra will showcase all 9 Beethoven Symphonies over three days in Bendigo. Matthew joins the project as Principal Bassoon for the Showpiece Concert Beethoven 9 on Sunday 31 May at Ulumbra Theatre Bendigo
“The rhythmic foundation from
Matthew Angus (bassoon) ...glowed.
It was a stellar effort from all players”
Paul Selar, Australian Arts Review Photo; Paul Dodd Photography
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Chamber Music, Tuition and Masterclasses.
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