School of Music concerts and events

The University of Queensland School of Music is proud to present our Concert Series. In reflecting the School's role in the broader South-East Queensland community, we have designed a diverse and exciting program. With established international and national artists performing, as well as our own emerging student artists, this year is set to be a vibrant, creative, and energetic time at the UQ School of Music. We look forward to connecting with you, as you explore this concert series, listen to our streamed and recorded concerts, and visit us at the St Lucia campus or browse through our website

 

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Queensland Art Song Festival Concert

28 August 2025 1:00pm
Our 2025 Queensland Art Song Festival concert features students and staff from The University of Queensland School of Music, the Conservatorium of Music and the Queensland Art Song Festival.

Homegrown

4 September 2025 1:00pm
‘Homegrown’ is a poetic meditation on themes of belonging, motherhood and deep spiritual connection to place. Celebrating International Women’s Day, this performance features classical art song composed by Australian Women. Also featured is Melody Eötvös’ fairytale-inspired Second Piano Sonata.

Aunty Delmae, Robert Davidson and Sketch

11 September 2025 1:00pm
The members of Sketch work creatively with Aunty Delmae Barton, combining their diverse compositional approaches drawn from contemporary classical composition and deep listening approaches, inspired by birdsong, that are distinctive to Aunty Delmae.

UQ SignWaves

16 September 2025 11:00am
SignWaves, a collective of flautists from The University of Queensland, bring a diverse range of flute repertoire of varying ensemble sizes from solo flute to flute choir to delight a diversity of audiences.

Flight of Fancy

25 September 2025 1:00pm
Flight of Fancy takes audiences on a journey through nature, exploring the beauty and fragility of the world through the voices of the saxophone.

Shaun Brown and Simon Perry

9 October 2025 1:00pm
Join UQ’s Dr Shaun Brown (baritone) and Dr Simon Perry (piano) for a performance of Schubert’s posthumous song cycle, Schwanengesang.

Brisbane Chamber Choir

16 October 2025 1:00pm
Step back in time and bask in the magnificence of Vivaldi’s Venice as Brisbane Chamber Choir performs Beatus Vir and Magnificat by this Venetian master.

Pulse Chamber Ensemble

21 October 2025 11:00am
The Pulse Chamber Orchestra is an ensemble of selected School of Music string students directed by Doretta Balkizas and Patrick Murphy.

Prize Winners Concert

23 October 2025 1:00pm
The UQ School of Music throughout the year promotes excellence in performance and composition by inviting students to participate in a range of competitions.

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Chimera

23 October 2024 7:30pm8:30pm

Zekun Zhang progress review

23 October 2024 4:30pm5:30pm
Zekun Zhang explores historical piano methods and performance practices, offering new interpretive insights through artistic research and historical analysis.

S. Alex Ruthmann workshop

17 October 2024 2:00pm
Join S. Alex Ruthmann to explore music, technology, entrepreneurship and practical insights on building a successful research lab.

Literature review workshop for School of Music students

16 October 2024 4:00pm
Join SoM UQ librarian Felicity Berends for a practical session on tools and strategies to help you tackle it with confidence.

Mozart: Requiem

15 September 2024 2:00pm4:00pm
Experience Mozart’s awe-inspiring Requiem with Dane Lam, UQ Symphony Orchestra, UQ Choir, Brisbane Chorale and local high school students at QPAC’s Concert Hall. The concert also showcases UQ student Jeremy Sun performing Prokofiev’s exhilarating Third Piano Concerto, along with the world premiere of Tangling, Turning, Twisting, a choral piece composed by UQ student Ashlyn Keiler, winner of the Percy Brier Memorial Prize. Don’t miss this afternoon of unforgettable performances!

2024 School of Music Research Symposium - Music and Innovation

11 September 2024 9:00am5:00pm
The School warmly invites the public and UQ staff to attend our 2024 Research Symposium on the theme “Music and Innovation”. This year’s symposium features keynote speakers Professor Emery Schubert and Dr Eloise Doherty, alongside presentations, lightning talks and poster sessions by our staff and students.

Research Seminar series

28 August 2024 9:00am
Exploring how performers influence composers' creative practices, this research investigates artistic collaboration and generates original creative works.

Workshop of Presentation for School of Music HDRs

21 August 2024 4:00pm5:00pm
Workshop to rehearse presentations, enhance speaking skills and gather feedback for the School of Music Symposium.

David Rowland – writing abstracts workshop

26 June 2024 4:00pm5:00pm
Join David Rowland's workshop on abstract writing, tailored for School of Music HDRs, perfect for upcoming Research Symposium presentations.

Johanna Davie – PhD progress review

19 June 2024 12:00pm
PhD candidate Johanna Davie's thesis explores the impact of DIY recording on female singer-songwriters' creative practice and musical identity.

Renewal

21 May 2024 7:30pm
Join us for an evening of music as the UQ Wind Symphony presents Renewal, our first concert for 2024.

Yeeun Heo masterclass

13 May 2024 10:00am
Come behind the scenes with us and be inspired by cellist Yeeun Heo from the Esmé Quartet, as she shares her experience and expertise with talented young artists.

Samantha Owens and Anne Levitsky - musicology research seminar

8 May 2024 4:00pm
This seminar focuses on musicology research, including research proposals, project design, and literature reviews.

Clarinet and Saxophone Discovery Day

13 April 2024 9:00am4:30pm
Attend Discovery Day for high school musicians (AMEB Grade 6+) and enhance your skills with Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Brian Catchlove and renowned educator and saxophonist Emma Di Marco

Helena Burns

19 February 2024 11:00am12:00pm
Helena's 2-year research at UQ School of Music delves into contemporary viola vibrato, aiming to inspire others in their practice.

Double Reed Discovery Day

21 January 2024 10:00am
Unleash your passion for double reed instruments at our immersive Discovery Day!

Clarinet and Saxophone Discovery Day

13 August 2023 10:00am4:30pm
Ignite your passion for single reed instruments with our esteemed experts.

Brass Discovery Day

30 July 2023 10:00am4:30pm
Discover the magic of brass instruments with our renowned experts.

Double Reed Discovery Day

16 July 2023 10:00am4:30pm
Embark on a captivating journey into the world of double reed instruments with our esteemed experts.

Hannah Harley Progress Review presentation

31 May 2023 1:00pm
Attention Distribution in String Quartet Performance: The Impact of Quartet Expertise

Marike van Dijk Progress Review presentation

26 April 2023 12:30pm
Big band of the Future? Applying techniques of the New York School of composers to large jazz ensemble

Taana Rose Progress Review presentation

30 March 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
Creating opera utilising augmented reality and virtual reality technologies

Li Chen Progress Review presentation

28 March 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
The "Chinese Essence" embedded in Chinese and Western Piano Music

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