Viking has confirmed the continuation of its partnership with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra (Brandenburg) for a second year in 2025. Through this sponsorship, Viking supports the orchestra’s bold and innovative vision as Australia’s leading Baroque ensemble, recognised worldwide for its excellence in classical music.
In 2025, the partnership will offer even greater opportunities for travel advisors and Viking guests to experience the Brandenburg’s distinctive performances. Highlights include VIP opening night celebrations, exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, and special musical experiences in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.
Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Managing Director and Co-Founder Bruce Applebaum commented “The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra has been constant in its pursuit of excellence in interpretation and exploration of Baroque and classical works from original scores. Similarly, Viking has been consistently voted a ‘world’s best’ in travel. Based on our mutual respect for excellence, we are very excited to continue our partnership with Viking as a major sponsor in 2025! We look forward to welcoming even more Viking guests to our concert series this season.”
“I am pleased to announce our continued partnership with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, an important cultural partner for Viking. We take pride in fostering the development of Baroque talent and supporting the growth of the next generation of Brandenburg artists,” said Michelle Black, ANZ Managing Director Viking.
“The culturally immersive performances of the Brandenburg are a perfect fit for our travel partners and guests, and we look forward to introducing more of them to the arts community in 2025.”
The 2025 partnership officially commenced with a special performance at City Recital Hall for Viking’s World Cruise guests visiting Sydney on the Viking Sky last week. Throughout the year, Viking will co-sponsor six concert series in Melbourne, Sydney, and, for the first time, Brisbane, where Viking will host a group of travel advisors for an exclusive preview and behind-the-scenes tour of Circa & The Art of Fugue. This remarkable multi-artform collaboration featuring Brisbane’s premier acrobatic ensemble, Circa, will premiere at QPAC on 5 August 2025.
The Brandenburg’s 2025 season begins with a bold and fearless performance by male soprano Samuel Mariño, which opens on 13 February 2025 at Melbourne Recital Centre and on 18 February at City Recital Hall in Sydney.
