The Gerringong Music Club is welcoming back acclaimed violinist Anna da Silva Chen as they host a performance on Sunday 20 July with the Alma Moodie Quartet at Gerringong Town Hall.

Anna first graced the Gerringong Music Club stage at just 11 years old and has maintained a relationship with the South Coast community ever since.

Born in Sydney and raised in Wollongong, Anna has regularly performed for the Gerringong Music Club, even as recently as 2023, and was appointed as a permanent member of the Australian Chamber Orchestra earlier this year.

Gerringong Music Club musical director Imogen Stewart, has expressed how this concert is significant for Anna and the Gerringong Music Club.

"We are thrilled to welcome Anna back to Gerringong,” said Imogen.

“Having supported each other over the years, it’s wonderful to see her continuing to shine. This performance promises to be a highlight of our season”.

The Alma Moodie Quartet, named after the pioneering Queensland violinist Alma Moodie, features violinists Anna da Silva Chen and Kristian Winther, violist James Wannan, and cellist Miles Mullin-Chivers.

Together, they will perform works by Reger, Bartók, and Tchaikovsky, bringing an enthusiastic and contemporary approach to the classical string quartet repertoire.

The performance represents a full circle moment for Anna, returning to the community that recognised her talent from the beginning.

The concert offers audiences the opportunity to witness established musicians bringing fresh energy to classical work in an intimate venue setting.

The concert runs from 2pm to 3:30pm at Gerringong Town Hall, with doors opening at 1:30pm. Tickets are available online at gerringongmusicclub.com.au or at the door.

Entry is free for members, children and students, while visitors pay $30.