Interactive Preview: Second World War Memorial Concert

Join us for a special preview of the Second World War Memorial, a powerful commemorative concert marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War.

This is the sixth in a series of seven war requiems by acclaimed Director Chris Latham OAM, musical artist-in-residence at the Australian War Memorial. It brings to life the voices of those who served—both abroad and on the home front—through recovered wartime compositions and contemporary interpretations.

What to expect:

• An overview of the work by Chris Latham, including insights into the creative process, historical influences, and the role of music in remembrance.
• Preview recordings of commissioned works by Elena Kats-Chernin OA, Graeme Koehne AM, Cyrus Meurant and Karen Tanaka, as well as period works responding to the war by Australian and international composers.
• An opportunity to give feedback that will assist with the fine tuning and calibration of the final concert.
• The preview will run over 90 minutes with time for questions and comments at the end.

Be among the first to experience and help shape this extraordinary work before its official premiere in Canberra on 15 August 2025.

This event is free for Shrine Friends and Volunteers using your 2025 discount code.