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
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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...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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.
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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 ...
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Pianist and scholar Dr Nicholas Kennedy won the Open Instrumental section of the Australian Concerto and Vocal Competition in 2023...
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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.
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Originally from Sydney, Carolyn Watson is Music Director at the La Porte Symphony Orchestra in Indiana and is the Director Of Orchestras at the University Of Illinois. She has been Principal Guest Conductor of the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra’s 2022-2023 Season and Music Director of the Interlochen Arts Academy Orches...
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Kevin hails from Downpatrick, County Down in the north-east of lreland. He took an interest in the Irish wooden flute and uilleann pipes after listening to early recordings of Planxty and the Bothy Band.
Kevin currently plays with Irish band Sasta and is regularly seen on the national festival circuit in Australia. ...
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