La Vida Apasionada
Vov Dylan & Glenn Amer – In Concert
With Special Guest: Nicole Murray-Prior
Venue: Humph Hall
Due to unforeseen circumstances, John Martin cannot appear at this performance as originally advertised. Instead, Vov's long term performing partner Glenn Amer will be joining Vov and Nicole in this concert.
Additionally, Glenn will be performing music from his recently released album "The Great Piano Showman"!
Additionally, Glenn will be performing music from his recently released album "The Great Piano Showman"!
The concert will feature a wide-ranging selection of music — from classical highlights to jazz standards, Broadway melodies to continental café tunes — all performed with humour, relatability and an invitation for audiences to sing and dance-a-long to the performers.
A major feature of the event will be a speciial performance of “La Vida Apasionada”, the new suite by Margaret Brandman, which debuted at No. 1 on the ARIA Classical Charts in March 2025. This vibrant, rhythmic work showcases the trio in full flight.
Vov Dylan – The Violinist
Vov Dylan is a chart-topping violinist known for his versatility across classical, jazz, and crossover styles. With over 15 albums to his name and performances spanning concert halls, theatres, and broadcast media, he has become one of Australia’s most recognisable instrumental entertainers. Vov has premiered nearly 50 new Australian works since 2020, collaborating with leading composers including Elena Kats-Chernin, Margaret Brandman, and Ann Carr-Boyd.
Recognised for his musical talent from an early age, Vov made his television debut on ABC at just 11 years old. Since then, he has built an impressive career, appearing regularly on Australian stages, radio and television.
Described by The AU Arts Review as a “Superstar Violinist,” Vov has released multiple albums that have topped the ARIA Classical and Crossover charts. His 2022 album, Kismet: Vignettes for Violin and Piano, was Australia’s highest-selling classical album of 2022 and 2023, and his latest release, La Vida Apasionada (March 2025), also soared to the top of the ARIA charts on its first week of release.
Vov’s international touring experience includes performances to sold-out theatres across Australia, and Asia. A recent highlight saw him headlining to 15,000 people in Taiwan alongside Mary-Jess, the winner of X Factor China and the voice of Downton Abbey. He has appeared at iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House and has been nominated five years in a row for Australian Instrumental Entertainer of the Year.
Critics and audiences alike praise Vov for his charismatic stage presence, energy, and ability to connect with listeners. Fine Music FM described his concerts as “mischievous, charismatic, bubbling with energy…constantly surprising,” while others have compared his performances to those of André Rieu, noting his similar ability to entertain and engage with charm and humour. Visit his web site.
Glenn Amer, a unique entertainer, is the only artist in the history of recordings to have made acoustically recorded cylinders, pianola rolls and compact discs.
He was the youngest pianist to ever record pianola rolls, having made his first recordings for the Mastertouch Piano Roll Company when he was 17. Glenn has been working with singers since his first concert at the age of eleven. He cannot remember how many singers he has played for, but for many years was the exclusive accompanist to Rita Hunter CBE and Horst Hoffmann.
Glenn’s first love was opera and he has worked as a pianist and conductor with Opera Queensland, Pacific Opera and Opera Australia. In addition to everything above, Glenn is musical director for The Seven Sopranos and their debut album for ABC Classics shot to the top of the charts when it was released. Visit his web site.
"Amazing Talent!"
"My Third show!" - E Pickering
"Most Enjoyable! Congratulations" - H Burgess
"Australia's Andre Rieu" - J Mason
"Wonderful Music" - M D'Arcy
"Delightful Concert - Sheer Joy" - J Martin
"Outstanding!" - J Whaite
"Excellent Performance! We felt like we were in Europe again!" - T Zedack
"A Great Show! Thanks!" - J Kelly
"Super Concert! Looking forward to more!!!" - G & W Leech
"Great Violinist & Wonderful Show" -V Gardner
"Wonderful performance! Congratulations!" - A Knowles
"Excellent!" - R Dunstan
"Wonderful Concert" - C Loveti
"Wonderful - So Nostalgic!" -J Eaton
"A wonderful concert - great talent - will come again!" - N Horton
"Fantastic! So Much talent! You are all terrific!" - E Simpson
"Absolutely Fabulous!" - M Lettoof
"Fabulous and very talented and enjoyable group" - G Buchwald
"BRAVO!" - K Dallamico
