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Suzanne Kompass

Suzanne Kompass is a versatile performer across all genres of music... More

Hannah Kim

Hannah Kim is a first-year violin student at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, studying under Ms Janet Davies, and is a recipient of the Ted and Susan Meller Memorial Scholarship Fund. She previously attended Ravenswood School for Girls on a full music scholarship under the tutelage of Mrs. Elisabeth Mitchelmore. Ha... More

Bridget Wegner

Bridget was the recipient of a BRO Encouragement Award in 2021. Bridget writes... The Barrier Reef Orchestra was my first experience playing in a symphony orchestra and I have always looked forward to rehearsals every week since joining in 2020. It’s an amazing environment to meet like minded people who are passionate ... More

Chinsia Burns

Chinsia writes... I would just like to say a huge thankyou to Stephen, Sally, and the entire Barrier Reef Orchestra community. I cannot express how grateful I am for having won this award and how much it has contributed towards my music career path. Making such a big move away from home to pursue my passion is definit... More

Ally Quin

Ally writes... Thank you to everyone at the Barrier Reef Orchestra, for the Encouragement Award, and also for the incredible skills I’ve learnt and fantastic people I’ve met through this amazing opportunity. In terms of the award, I have purchased a pair of Shure in-ear monitors in order to progress my capability ... More

Sebastian Young-Florence

Sebastian Young-Florence plays trombone and tuba. In 2024 he completed Year 12 at Pimlico SHS, graduating with the 2024 Senior Musician of the Year award. He has recently returned from a trip to Seattle for the Pacific Honours Program. In 2022, Sebastian was a recipient of the Theodore Kuchar Scholarship for Excellence in ... More

Joshua Weston

Joshua Weston plays both piano and viola. He has recently completed Year 10 at The Cathedral School. In 2024, Joshua took on the role of leader for the viola section during rehearsals, demonstrating his dedication and proficiency on the instrument. More

Peter Morris

Professor Peter Morris is a distinguished conductor and educator whose career spans decades, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to the podium. Renowned for his insightful interpretations and dynamic leadership, he has conducted orchestras across Australia and internationally, earning acclaim for his ability to ... More

Nicholas Kennedy

Pianist and scholar Dr Nicholas Kennedy won the Open Instrumental section of the Australian Concerto and Vocal Competition in 2023... More

Joshua Dos Santos

Joshua Dos Santos is a Venezuelan-Portuguese conductor forging a vast international career. Dos Santos made his debut at 16 with Cavalleria Rusticana and has since conducted all major Venezuelan orchestras. More