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Classical Music, Orchestral
Live Review

Review: The Great Symphony (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

Viola takes centre stage, and Schubert’s 'Great' is just that.

July 22, 2019
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: The Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition Finals

Four worthy pianists joined the Queensland Symphony Orchestra in the finals of the competition in Brisbane.

July 15, 2019
Classical Music, Orchestral
features

Backstage with Nils Mönkemeyer

The German violist talks about Bartók’s Viola Concerto, written in the final weeks of the composer’s life, inspired by the destruction of Hungary during WWII, and a fearsome challenge for musicians.

July 9, 2019
Dance
Live Review

Review: Spartacus (Bolshoi Ballet)

The ballet is now an old warhorse, but Igor Tsvirko was dazzling as Spartacus on opening night.

June 28, 2019
Classical Music, Orchestral
Live Review

Review: Soulful Journeys (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

A passionate rendition of Dvořák’s Cello Concerto headlines an impressive program.

June 10, 2019
Classical Music
features

John O’Conor on the “necessary evil” of piano competitions

The esteemed Irish pianist and educator is the Jury Chair of the Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition in Queensland. He offers words of advice to young musicians.

May 29, 2019
Classical Music, Orchestral
Live Review

Review: Dreamscapes (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

Berlioz’s fantastic dreams brought to life by conductor’s personal touch.

April 15, 2019
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Romeo and Juliet (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

Conductor Diego Matheuz provides confident leadership in this consistently entertaining concert.

March 18, 2019
Classical Music
news

Cellist Ho-Se Kim has won the 2019 QSO Young Instrumentalist Prize

He receives a $5000 cash prize and the chance to perform with the orchestra.

March 8, 2019
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Heavenly (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

QSO's first concert for 2019, with pianist Paul Lewis, lives up to its name.

February 17, 2019
Classical Music
news

Alondra de la Parra named Mexico’s Woman of the Year

QSO's Music Director has been recognised for her contribution to culture and Mexico's international reputation.

December 6, 2018
Classical Music, Orchestral
news

Queensland Symphony Orchestra tops Australian content rating

Despite notable ups and downs, Ian Whitney’s annual report into the number of Australian works performed by the major orchestras sees little improvement year on year.

November 23, 2018
Dance
news

Queensland Ballet announces its 2019 season

Liam Scarlett premieres a full-length Dangerous Liaisons, Bespoke creates contemporary dance for the digital ages, while several favourites return.

September 25, 2018

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