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Expanding your
knowledge of music & culture

Join Andy as she explores the world of Classical music with interactive classes in her home, while enjoying a cup of coffee and a piece of homemade cake.

WHO WE ARE

Coffee, Cake & Culture

Andy Bromberger started her musical career as a professional clarinettist teaching and playing in numerous orchestras as well as performing in her own successful quintet, Enigma Five.

For over ten years she has been the force behind ‘Coffee, Cake and Culture’, where she presents lectures in intimate private groups, demystifying classical music, looking at its historical, political and societal background over coffee and homemade cakes.

She also gives regular lectures at the Art Gallery of NSW and WEA, as well as a series of radio programs on Sydney’s Eastside radio and is a tour leader for national and international tours with Renaissance Tours.

FEATURED COURSES

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Covid's Countdown Concerts

Series 13

In response to the 2021 lockdown, I decided to give a weekly Zoom talk based on the ABC Classic FM annual top 100 countdown. The topic was . . .

Opera

Series 12

Opera was invented in 1598 in Florence. Since then, it has been one of the major Classical musical forms inspiring composers to write spectacular music . . .

Each Era Examined

Series 11

Each era in music has certain characteristics which make it unique. These are often due to the social and political nature of the period, advancement in technologies . . .

Covid's Countdown Concerts

Series 13

In response to the 2021 lockdown, I decided to give a weekly Zoom talk based on the ABC Classic FM annual top 100 
countdown .  . .

Opera

Series 12

Opera was invented in 1598 in Florence. Since then, it has been one of the major Classical musical forms inspiring composers to write spectacular music . . .

Each Era Examined

Series 11

Each era in music has certain characteristics which make it unique. These are often due to the social and political nature of the period, advancement in technologies . . .

RECIPES

Andy’s Cakes

Andy Bromberger started her musical career as a professional clarinettist teaching and playing in numerous orchestras as well as performing in her own

MUSINGS

Get To Know Me

Andy Bromberger started her musical career as a professional clarinettist teaching and playing in numerous orchestras as well as performing in her own

January 1, 2021

Coffee Cake & Culture 2020

As we start 2020 I thought it would be good to reflect on the year that was and the year that will be…

May 23, 2016

Courtship of Music and Painting

Yesterday I gave a talk at the Art Gallery of NSW entitled ‘the Courtship of Music and Art’. It is always…

Class Sizes

Usually between 4 and 10 people

Can begin when a group is arranged

Location

19 Black Street, Vaucluse

NSW, Australia 2032

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I find the classes interesting and well-researched and I enjoy Andy’s relaxed style of presentation. I especially like the link to world events and other artists of all types.

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PODCASTS

The Podcast

Classical music lovers know what they like and what they don’t like, but often they don’t know why? After Andy Bromberger’s successful face to face classes where she demystifies Classical music, she has now made ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

 

Andy takes you on a musical journey of discovery from how melodies have changed over time to the complexities of equal temperament. As an added bonus, each episode involves a sweet treat, cake or biscuit to indulge in, with recipes which are displayed at the bottom of each podcast series. From novice to expert, listeners will enjoy ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

PODCASTS

The Podcast

Classical music lovers know what they like and what they don’t like, but often they don’t know why? After Andy Bromberger’s successful face to face classes where she demystifies Classical music, she has now made ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

 

Andy takes you on a musical journey of discovery from how melodies have changed over time to the complexities of equal temperament. As an added bonus, each episode involves a sweet treat, cake or biscuit to indulge in, with recipes which are displayed at the bottom of each podcast series. From novice to expert, listeners will enjoy ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

PODCASTS

The Podcast

Classical music lovers know what they like and what they don’t like, but often they don’t know why? After Andy Bromberger’s successful face to face classes where she demystifies Classical music, she has now made ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

 

Andy takes you on a musical journey of discovery from how melodies have changed over time to the complexities of equal temperament. As an added bonus, each episode involves a sweet treat, cake or biscuit to indulge in, with recipes which are displayed at the bottom of each podcast series. From novice to expert, listeners will enjoy ‘Coffee Cake and Culture – the Podcast’.

Expanding Your

Knowledge of Music & Culture

Join Andy as she explores the world of Classical music with interactive classes in her home, while enjoying a cup of coffee and a piece of homemade cake.

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