The orchestra is one of 12 institutions to have been recognised for its contribution to the history and development of the state.

The Queensland Symphony Orchestra has last night been honoured as a Queensland Great. Announced annually on Queensland Day, the Queensland Greats Awards acknowledge the efforts and achievements of extraordinary Queenslanders for their contribution to the history and development of the state. As is traditional, the QSO will receive a commemorative plaque to be displayed with other Greats recipients at Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane. The Orchestra joins a shortlist of institutions that have been recognised over the award’s 17-year history, with only 82 individuals and 11 institutions having received the honour.

With internationally acclaimed Music Director Alondra de La Parra and Chief Executive David Pratt at the helm, the company is this year celebrating 70 years of making music for and across Queensland. In its time, the QSO has presented more than 180 live performances each year to more than 1.6 million people.

“The Queensland Symphony Orchestra is transforming into an orchestra for the 21st century – an orchestra that’s relevant, that connects with all people, across all geographies, cultures, backgrounds and ages, and an orchestra that the world...