4th to 11th July

Emerging Australian artists engage with some of the world’s best chamber musicians as a source of inspiration, mentorship and skill development. Students will take part in an intense weeklong programme of masterclasses, coaching sessions and Emerging Artist Concerts. They also perform publicly at community events, work as production assistants and attend Festival rehearsals and concerts. Patrons are encouraged to support the students by attending the Winterschool Concerts which give our students the chance to perform studied works with the Festival programme. 

The Perc Tucker Gallery will play host to a Free Lunch Time concert series:

• Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th July, 1pm – Public Masterclass
• Thursday 10th, Friday 11th and Saturday 12th, 1pm – Emerging Artists Concert 

The Festival is delighted to have Dr. Ryan Daniel return as the Winterschool Director. Ryan is currently Planning Head of the School of Creative Arts at James Cook University. He has a Bachelor of Music First Class Honors, a University Medal, Masters and a PhD in Music. 

Alexander Ivashkin, Professor of Music and Head of Performance at the Goldsmiths College and Natalia Pavlutskaya will facilitate a two day workshop for local high school music students.

If you have any queries, please contact the Festival office on 07 4771 4144.