I(solace)ion (Juliana Kay & Exaudi) | 360° - Exaudi
Channel: Exaudi
Date: 2020-05-05

WORLD PREMIERE: I(solace)ion

When Exaudi was forced to move rehearsals online, we responded by writing and recording a piece about our experiences in isolation. 

Choir members contributed text and musical ideas via the Zoom chat box and break out rooms, and assistant conductor Juliana Kay compiled their ideas into this piece. Although we can’t sing together in person, we continue to find solace in isolation by making music in new ways.

Music and lyrics by Juliana Kay and the members of Exaudi youth choir
Percussion: Bridget Bourne
Mix and Video Production: Kade Neale

Exaudi is directed by Mark O’Leary OAM
Assistant conductor: Juliana Kay
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Exaudi was founded in 2007 by Claire Preston and Robert Stewart and quickly established itself as one of Melbourne's leading young choirs. Exaudi tours regularly, both in Australia and overseas, and performs frequently in and around Melbourne.

In 2013, Exaudi became part of Young Voices of Melbourne. It is conducted by Mark O'Leary and Juliana Kay.

Exaudi takes its name from the Latin word meaning "listen to us" or "understand us". The choir seeks to "fill the gap" between choristers' experiences in their community or school children's choirs and adult community choirs.