The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra has named six young musicians to its 2026–27 Brandenburg Mentorship Program, continuing the ensemble’s investment in developing the next generation of historically informed performers in Australia.

Chosen after what the orchestra described as a highly competitive selection process, the mentees will undertake a two-year program offering rehearsal access, coaching, side-by-side performance opportunities and close mentoring with Brandenburg musicians.

The 2026–27 cohort is: Alexis Chin (WA, theorbo), Alice Dawson-Damer (NSW, baroque flute), Justice Karol (VIC, harpsichord), Ben Roe (NSW, baroque oboe), Patrick Shannon (VIC, baroque viola) and Rory Smith (QLD, baroque cello).

Patrick Shannon, Rory Smith, Alice Dawson-Damer, Ben Roe, Justice Karol and Alexis Chin. Photo © Laura Manariti

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