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  • A commemorative gathering with a choir performing in front of the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, and an audience seated on chairs in the forecourt.
  • A chorus of singers all wearing black, standing on the steps of the Shrine of Remembrance performing a concert.
8 Nov

Commemoration in Concert

  • Free
  • Music

Experience an unforgettable evening of music and reflection at the Shrine of Remembrance in the lead up to Remembrance Day.

Featuring the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Chorus and the Footscray Yarraville City Band, this special twilight concert honours Remembrance Day through stirring performances of wartime classics and songs of reflection.

Start your evening with a moving Last Post Service at 4.45pm, before the music begins at 5pm. Bring your family, take a seat outdoors, and experience commemoration in a powerful new way.

Free seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the Shrine's social media for updates, including weather conditions that may affect this event.

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Date Times
Sun 8 Nov
  • 4.45pm - 5.45pm 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Location

Second World War Memorial Forecourt
Shrine of Remembrance
Birdwood Ave
Melbourne 3001

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Price and bookings

This is a free event

Booking not required

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9661 8100
  • email address: reception@shrine.org.au
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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