Overview
The Queensland Youth Orchestras’ (QYO) Finale concert is the crowning celebration of an extraordinary 60th anniversary year of music-making. Join them as they bring the 2026 season to a spectacular close with performances from all eight QYO ensembles, featuring over 540 of Queensland’s talented young musicians.
The concert will shine a spotlight on Junior String Ensembles 1 and 2, conducted by Chen Yang and Cherie Deacon; Wind Ensemble, led by David Law; Queensland Youth Orchestra 3, conducted by Rachel Howley; Big Band, directed by Bohdan Davidson; Queensland Youth Orchestra 2, conducted by David Deacon; Wind Symphony, led by Rob McWilliams; and the Queensland Youth Symphony, under the baton of Simon Hewett.
From the elegance of strings to the power of winds and the energy of jazz, this thrilling program celebrates the full scope of QYO’s vibrant musical community.
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