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“Celia Craig… a talented musician… with a great vision for classical music… this innovative approach of using 21st-century technology to enhance our cultural heritage…”
– Hon. Anne Levy, AO, former Minister for the Arts, SA, Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur
“..a brilliant musician of international standing with powerful connections to the music industry in UK and Europe…Cella’s musical virtuosity combines unexpectedly with seemingly endless drive and inventiveness seeking new ways of presenting music and collaborating with diverse musicians… to create a significant and memorable series of inspiring artistic events …”
– Carl Vine, AO, composer and former Artistic Director, Musica Viva Australia
“… flawless and sensitive solos from Celia Craig’s solemn cor anglais … from opposite ends of the Royal Albert Hall platform, conducted by John Adams …”
– S and H Prom Review
“this thoughtful and extremely well played programme … most fine Trio …so intimate and personal that listening was like eavesdropping on musicians playing for themselves…”
– Brett Allen Bayes, Limelight Dec 2022
“Celia Craig was the ideal oboist … she began with silken smoothness… and with the sweetest poise…”
– Graham Strahle, INDaily
“The musical utterances were genuinely person to person – so close that every twitch of energy and expression could be felt in a physical way….”
– Graham Strahle, 5MBSFM
“Classical music is for everyone, not just those in a concert hall. This project’s ambition to increase access and awareness for what music can bring to everyone is an exciting venture. Classical music must increase its opportunities to be relevant if it is to be valued by society..”
Mark Wigglesworth, Chief Conductor, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra
“Celia shows a special flair …for choosing not only the repertoire but (perhaps especially) the musicians with whom she plays. She has a knack for finding those colleagues who not only are technically perfect –something we take for granted nowadays- but who, like herself can reach down to the essence of the music they are playing….”
Anthony Steel, AM, former Director, Adelaide Festival
“Classical Music has been defined in a very narrow band. I believe that live music should be fun and engaging for all. Celia proposes a new brand awareness which could shape-shift the audience…have been ever delighted by her bubbly joy and enthusiasm which to say the least is infectious…”
Margaret Lehmann, AM
“Her energy and commitment to developing, commissioning, and performing new works makes her a composers’ dream- she is the type of person all living composers desire to work with, as we know that our music is in the safest of hands”
Anne Cawrse, composer
“… thoughtful and extremely well played programme … so intimate and personal that listening was like eavesdropping on musicians playing for themselves…”
Brett Allen-Bayes, Limelight
“The musical utterances were genuinely person to person – so close that every twitch of energy and expression could be felt in a physical way….”
Graham Strahle, 5MBSFM
“Celia is a rare talent who fortunately chose to live and work in Adelaide. As Australia’s UNESCO City of Music we need to nurture, celebrate and support her”
– The Hon. Steven Marshall, MP, former Premier of South-Australia
“ … not only a passionate and inspiring person …a world class asset for South Australia and Australia in performance and in the development of a generation of inspiring young musicians …”
– Norman Gillespie, Chair, Pinchgut Opera.
“Classical Music has been defined in a very narrow band. I believe that live music should be fun and engaging for all. Celia proposes a new brand awareness which could shape-shift the audience…”
-Margaret Lehmann AM
“Celia shows a special flair for choosing not only repertoire but (perhaps especially) the musicians with whom she plays. She has a knack for finding those colleagues who not only are technically perfect – something that we take almost for granted nowadays – but who like herself can reach down to the essence of the music they are playing….”
– Anthony Steel, AM, former Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival, World Expo, Singapore Arts Festival
“Her energy and commitment to developing, commissioning, and performing new works makes her a composers’ dream- she is the type of person all living composers desire to work with, as we know that our music is in the safest of hands”
– Anne Cawrse, composer
“I would like to salute Celia Craig’s incredible artistic enterprise, Artaria: like no other musical company … to spotlight the beautiful scenery and heritage of South Australia and spread … musical joy around the world… we are fortunate to have this unusual artist in our midst. A great ambassador for her own instrument, the oboe, her enthusiasm and knowledge spread much further … My many years of work with Celia have made me realise she always has exciting ideas: Linking to all the senses is incredibly important at keeping people’s mental health alive…What comes across from everything that Celia does, is the sense that music can give us metal and physical energy too. I think we could be linking to something of great importance, health-wise…”
Dame Judith Weir, DBE, FRSE, Master of the Kings Music
“an outstanding music career… founding her own record label, showcasing her leadership and dedication to the music industry. In addition to her musical achievements… a much-needed music impresario and an advocate… international ambassador for synesthesia artistry … passion for music education … commitment to promoting wider public appreciation of neurodivergent experiences through classical music … innovative approach and proven track record … a significant impact on both local and international stages… a rare talent who fortunately chose to live and work in Adelaide. As Australia’s only UNESCO City of Music, we need to nurture, celebrate and support her.”
Steven Marshall, 46th Premier of South Australia
“Celia Craig… is an enthusiastic and talented musician who has a great vision for classical music … She deserves unconditional support for this innovative approach of using twenty first century technology to enhance our cultural heritage”
Hon. Anne Levy, AO, former Minister for the Arts, Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur
“ … not only a passionate and inspiring person … but a world class asset for South Australia and Australia in performance and in the development of a generation of inspiring young musicians …”
Norman Gillespie, Chair, Pinchgut Opera
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