Never has our performance been so reliant upon one person. You. “Our people have invested a lifetime to bring you a truly inspiring orchestra. Together we can rise to meet this challenge

With a history dating back to 1947 and As Queensland’s largest professional after becoming a fully independent performing arts company, we are seizing corporation, QSO has never been so reliant a bright new future in a new home in Will you repay their on your support as we embark on raising Queensland’s arts precinct at South Bank. Greg Wanchap Queensland Symphony Orchestra Chairman $4 million by the end of 2011. I hope you We will be co-locating with the ABC. This will support us by making a donation to our new home will enable the Orchestra to fundraising campaign. create more innovative performances and collaborations to better promote Queensland You name it, we do it, educating children, on the world stage. dedication with your mentoring aspiring performers, touring regional centres, performing with state, The Federal and State Government have national and international ballet and opera made a significant contribution to the cost companies, rock, pop and country artists, of our new home and now it is up to us to festivals, radio broadcasts, cd recordings… raise $4 million to make it the best creative support?” and on top of all that, we also present our centre it can be for a diverse and vibrant annual program of symphony performances. Queensland community. With the impending sale and re- I urge you to read more about the Orchestra development of the Orchestra’s home in the following pages and pledge your gift since 1977 in the ABC owned West End to invest in a creative and dynamic premises, we must relocate to a new home Queensland Symphony Orchestra, the at the end of 2011. orchestra of the future!

Greg Wanchap, Queensland Symphony Orchestra Chairman

Queensland’s orchestral history dates back to 1871, when The 45-member Queensland Symphony Orchestra took to

1871 violinist R.T. Jefferies arrived in Brisbane with a passion for 1947 the stage for the first time on 26 March 1947, performing for sharing the exhilaration of live symphonic music. 2500 music enthusiasts at the Brisbane City Hall. HISTORY OF QSO HISTORY Where would we be without this iconic Help us achieve our Queensland asset? vision... It is unthinkable, but can you imagine society “In the heart devoid of creativity and innovation? Imagine Our raison d’etre is simple. To touch the if your children and their children were of the State, hearts and minds of Queenslanders through robbed of the opportunity to experience the magic of music. To create unforgettable the exhilarating power and intensity of their QSO is the moments that capture the imagination, first live symphony orchestra, as you did liberate and nurture the soul. years ago. heartbeat… To embrace the passion and enthusiasm of Without a new home, Queensland Symphony youth, bring together families and connect Orchestra cannot accomplish its compelling the lifeblood of communities. vision and the Queensland cultural landscape creativity and To promote Queensland’s diverse cultural will be inconceivably empty. identity on the world stage. Without Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Only strength and unity can deliver this the state and national opera and ballet rhythm of life.” companies, arts festivals and international Maestro , Conductor Laureate vision. With your help, Queensland Symphony Orchestra will make it happen. acts become critically disabled and the education and development of future ...and meet our challenge. generations will suffer.

Queensland Symphony Orchestra was Queensland’s flagship performing

1950 arts company during the 1950s and 1960s under inaugural Chief Conductor John Farnsworth Hall and his successor Rudolf Pekárek. You understand the importance of our challenge We look to you for support as you understand that music connects minds and opens doors. It promotes community conversation and well-being. As the state’s only full-time professional symphony orchestra and largest performing arts company, Queensland Symphony Orchestra reaches hundreds of thousands of Queenslanders each year. Through diverse concert programs, festivals and special event performances, we connect with over 30,000 people through regional touring, more than 500,000 through radio broadcasting and many more by supporting state and national opera and ballet companies. Queensland Symphony Orchestra presents over 100 live performances each year to more than 100,000 people.

In the early 1970s the Queensland Symphony Orchestra The mid-1970s saw the formation of the Queensland Theatre Orchestra

1970 achieved great artistic success under American Chief Conductor 1975 (subsequently the 31-member Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra) and its subsequent appointment of home grown under the direction of Georg Tintner. The Queensland Philharmonic Chief Conductor Patrick Thomas in 1973. Orchestra toured to in 1991 and across South-East Asia in 1996. “The confidence and motivation an aspiring musician gains from Building the audiences working with a professional of tomorrow symphony orchestra is invaluable. Investment today helps deliver the audiences and artists of tomorrow. To live and breathe within the Queensland Symphony Orchestra embraces future generations and their cultural ensemble...experiencing that prosperity through unique education initiatives for all ages. big sound for the first time, and Toddler, primary and secondary school “These musicians really speak to children, programs kindle the passion for music that of course that first applause is lasts a lifetime. their enthusiasm and love of music comes spine tingling. Moments a young Tertiary level internships welcome aspiring musicians as part of the Orchestra and across in their playing….it’s inspirational. musician cherishes forever.” provide real opportunities to learn from the highest calibre conductors and artists The real beauty is they are also teaching Paul Dean, Clarinettist, Artistic Director of the Australian National Academy of Music through individual mentoring. The Orchestra works closely with the Queensland Department of Education and teamwork, self discipline, problem solving, Training to provide curriculum support and specialised professional development self esteem and are most of all having fun!” programs for teachers. Pam Lowry, Music Coordinator, South East Region (Gold Coast & Scenic Rim), Department of Education & Training

The Queensland Symphony Orchestra began to receive international acclaim in the

1980 1980s when the newly appointed Chief Conductor, , later also the Chief Conductor of the Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra, involved the orchestra in international recording projects. “Melba recordings is thrilled with its growing collaboration with Queensland Symphony Orchestra, their breathtaking recorded performances A united organisation and the unprecedented helping others succeed Music does not just happen. Across the entire organisation it takes passionate and international critical acclaim dedicated individuals to lead the way, to instill a sense of involvement and to connect with which they have with others. The Orchestra welcomes talented musicians been received. They are and arts professionals to be part of a collective team dedicated to the continued an important step towards pursuit of artistic excellence. Through the foresight of diligent promoting as a management and passionately driven musical forces, the Orchestra has contributed to the culturally sophisticated nation. professional development of countless home grown and international artists. A great orchestra deserves The Orchestra has also forged strong commercial partnerships with some of the a great home.“ world’s leading artists across all musical genres and has earned national and Maria Vandamme, Founder and Artistic Director of Melba Recordings, international critical acclaim for many of CEO, Melba Foundation its recordings.

Appointment of Maestro Muhai Tang as Chief Conductor, Amalgamation of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and the

1990 and the orchestra’s first tour abroad to . 2001 Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra to create Australia’s third-largest symphony orchestra named The Queensland Orchestra. You can be A unique opportunity instrumental in our Nothing invigorates the senses more than a live orchestra in full flight. The Orchestra’s future new home in the heart of South Bank’s In 2009, the Australian Bureau of Statistics cultural precinct represents a coming of named Queensland as Australia’s fastest age both for the Orchestra and for the growing state or territory. With interstate State of Queensland. and international migration to Queensland The building has an ideal location providing forecast to continue at exponential rates, it excellent access. Visitors will enjoy a live has never been more important to invest in performance by their state orchestra in the state’s cultural vibrancy. beautiful surrounds. Queensland Symphony Orchestra is a family The purpose-built rehearsal and performance of creative minds dedicated to empowering studio will accommodate 490 audience and the state’s cultural networks and future orchestra musicians. The Orchestra will also generations by taking the lead, harnessing have practice rooms, a recording studio and innovation and collaboration. administration suites, making it a hub of Queensland Symphony Orchestra is proud to creative activity. claim many of Australia’s finest musicians as The new building will provide greater our own. Through challenging and dynamic opportunity for community organisations to musical programs, the orchestra has showcase their activities as the Orchestra evolved as Queensland’s peak performing will continue to open its studio as a venue for arts company. community orchestras, ensembles and choirs. Achieving the building campaign challenge Members of the community will have of $4 million will enable us to relocate to a unprecedented access to the Orchestra new state-of-the-art home and secure as they are welcomed to be part of an our future. open rehearsal, master class or artist- The table illustrates how a small number of in-conversation forum. Just as you visit large gifts are critical to success, but it also the library or museum, a new range of shows that gifts at all levels make a very recreational opportunities will open up for significant difference. families, tourists and the broad community to engage with the Orchestra.

Contribution Annual gift Total gift (over 3 years) Number required to challenge $250,000 $750,000 1 $750,000 $166,666 $500,000 1 $500,000 $83,333 $250,000 3 $750,000 $33,333 $100,000 8 $800,000 $16,666 $50,000 10 $500,000 $8,333 $25,000 16 $400,000 $3,333 $10,000 20 $200,000 Artists impression - designed by Richard Kirk Architect Pty Ltd $666 $2,000 50 $100,000 $4,000,000

Contact: Liesa Hogg T: 07 3833 5050 E: [email protected] 27 year old Michael Christie became the youngest person to ever The Queensland Orchestra welcomed Maestro

2002 hold the position as Chief Conductor of an Australia orchestra and 2008 to the position of Chief Conductor. went on to lead the orchestra on a successful tour of Japan in 2002. How your gift will be “I love the entire concert experience. recognised Our gratitude for the support of donors to The sheer energy of intense involvement the building campaign will be expressed in many ways as the campaign proceeds. exudes from the ensemble, it’s The Orchestra will recognise and celebrate the support you give us in a range of campaign publications and activities. captivating. QSO is part of How you can help As a donor, if you wish you will also be We urge you to consider making a gift to acknowledged on a donor honour board Queensland and it’s part of me!” the orchestra’s building campaign as soon displayed in the new building. as possible and practical. There are many In recognition of significant gifts to the Frederika Westerman, patron of the arts and Queensland Symphony Orchestra subscriber ways to make a gift. The following are building campaign, Queensland Symphony some suggestions for you to consider: Orchestra will dedicate rooms, in honour of • Make a single gift our benefactors, with your consent naturally. You may wish to honour family members or • Pledge a gift to be fulfilled over a friends by your gift. number of years As a supporter, you will be part of a vibrant, • Arrange a matching gift from your dynamic arts community, and you will also Private Ancillary Fund help to ensure that society continues to • Transfer shares, property or other value innovative performing arts. realisable assets If you would like to discuss any ideas for NB. All private gifts to the orchestra’s making a contribution, Executive Manager, building campaign are 100% tax deductible. Liesa Hogg will be pleased to arrange a meeting at your convenience. Contact: Liesa Hogg T: 07 3833 5050 E: [email protected]

2009 marked the beginning of a major transformation Queensland Symphony Orchestra embraces its

2009 and revitalisation for the orchestra as it was rebranded as 2012 future in a new purpose built home at South Bank. Queensland Symphony Orchestra. HISTORY OF QSO HISTORY Ground floor Third floor

Terrace QSO Admin

The main performance and rehearsal studio will be located on the ground floor together with a music library, instrument stores, musician “green room”, concertmaster, conductor and artist suites, four practice rooms, a small studio and loading dock. Foyer Instrument Storage The purpose-built studios will be used for rehearsal, performance, recording and radio broadcasts. The Studio main performance studio will accommodate 490 4 individual practice rooms audience and orchestra musicians. Members of the 3 Artist suites public, school students and a variety of artists will Music Library join the Orchestra in intimate performances and be involved in open rehearsals, master classes and QSO Offices special events. Green room The studio foyer will be used for event receptions Main studio Suncorp and cultural exhibitions. The Orchestra will also use Piazza QPAC the large terrace with spectacular river and city Griffith University Queensland aspect on the third floor for special events. Conservatorium Our staff will be located on the ground floor with Brisbane Convention & administration suites for business services located Exhibition Centre on the third floor.

The new home of QSO at South Bank “A great orchestra uplifts the sounds of the everyday, beckoning people to share the exaltation of great music” Johannes Fritzsch, Chief Conductor, Queensland Symphony Orchestra I vividly remember my first Queensland Symphony Orchestra performance in 1947, the spine tingling energy of the music enveloped me. My wish is that every Queenslander has the same profound experience to create joy in their every day life. This is the power of great music and the gift that only Queensland Symphony Orchestra can give. Please be part of this exciting new future for the orchestra and give to the building campaign.” Betty Nixon, 95, patron, cultural enthusiast, patriotic Queenslander Contact Liesa Hogg Executive Manager – Philanthropy & Building Campaign Queensland Symphony Orchestra GPO Box 9994 BRISBANE QLD 4001 T: 07 3833 5050 E: [email protected]