Conductor, Pianist, Expert on Bel Canto and its music, the man who helped to make Joan Sutherland a star – he was not only the man who brought her voice to be known all over the world La Stupenda. How did it all happen? How did he become not only her Svengali, but her husband?

John Amis talks to Richard Bonynge about his long relationship with Joan Sutherland but asks him about his connections with the voice, his work as a conductor, his time at Covent Garden, his career then and now. We will also coax from Mr. Bonynge his Desert ‘Isla’nd Discs. You’ll be able to ask Richard questions so come prepared to get to know him and what makes him tick.

Suggested Donation £45 for interview and buffet dinner, please email info@taitmemorialtrust.org for full details.

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Riddoch wines are helping to raise funds for the Tait. The premier red wine from the Coonawarra region, are hand crafted by Katnook Estate senior winemaker, Wayne Stehbens. Coonawarra is famed for its terra rossa soils which produce wines of intensity, distinction and finesse. These wines have cellared beautifully and are offered as an exclusive back vintage limited release to raise funds for the Tait Memorial Trust. Anyone can order, so please share the enclosed flyer with your friends, I’ve emailed it to the committee as well, so do forward it on. A case of 6 is £40 and £10 goes to the Tait. Click here for an order form

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The Tait Memorial Trust was formed in 1992 by Isla Baring OAM in memory of Sir Frank and Viola, Lady Tait and the Tait brothers who played such an important part in the establishment of theatre and the performing arts in Australia. The Trust offers awards/grants for postgraduate study, performance opportunities to young Australian musicians and performing artists and general help in the furtherance of their careers while resident in the UK.

To ensure its continuance the Trust arranges regular fund raising events and concerts, invariably featuring the talented young winners of the various awards, and relies a great deal on financial support from the business sector, private donors and other loyal supporters.

The Tait Trust is now in Australia! Tait Performing Arts Association Incorporated, No A0054444J will be able to take donation in Aussie dollars to help support Australian musicians during their studies in the UK.