QSO Academy

QSO Academy

The QSO Academy Program lays the groundwork for aspiring pre-professional musicians to step into an orchestral career through intense preparation and training including masterclasses and lessons with globally renowned artists, mentorship from Queensland Symphony Orchestra musicians, and the opportunity to play in chamber and orchestral performances, including mainstage, opera and ballet productions and regional programs.

This Program will further develop the technical skills already present from high-level tertiary study, as well as provide insights into career management and preparation for auditions – helping to develop sustainable and rewarding careers.

QSO recognises its essential role in developing the next generation of instrumentalists, especially where the participants can grow into the future permanent musicians of an orchestra.

2024 QSO Academy program

National Applications for 2024 are now closed

Thank you to all applicants.

#2023 Program:

The Pilot Program is running from 3 July - 22 December 2023. The seven inaugural QSO Academy Musicians are Isabella Geeves (trumpet), Kevin Hsu (violin) and William Elvin (percussion and timpani ) from Queensland; Ella Beard (viola) from South Australia, Daniel Chiou (cello) and Samuel Nock (double bass) from Victoria, and Runa Murase (violin) from Western Australia.

#Where you can see them

The Ring Cycle

Presented in association with Opera Australia.

1-21 December 2023

The Ring Cycle
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The Nutcracker

Presented in association with Queensland Ballet.

1 to 20 Dec 2023

The Nutcracker
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Aida

Presented by Opera Australia & Opera Queensland.

6–20 December 2023

Aida
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#In partnership with

Griffith University Queensland Conservatorium

 Griffith University Queensland Conservatorium

Queensland Symphony Orchestra respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which the Orchestra works, plays, and creates music, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.