Events

Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Hymn of Praise

27 Sep 2026 Celebrate the boldness and energy of youth when Associate Conductor Dr Sarah Penicka-Smith leads the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra in Mendelssohn’s Lobgesang (Hymn of Praise), alongside a trio of exuberant Australian works.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Organ Symphony

07 Nov 2026 World-renowned didgeridoo virtuoso and proud Kalkadunga man William Barton joins the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra to perform the majestic Earth Cry.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Spirit of Christmas 2026

13 Dec 2026 Celebrate the festive season with joyful music as Peter Ellis leads the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra and Choir in filling The Concourse with holiday cheer.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Fate

20 Feb 2027 Experience Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony, a musical journey from its powerful opening fanfare to a triumphant finale. The program also features Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto, performed by acclaimed pianist Konstantin Shamray.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Sea and Stars

16 May 2027 Chart a course for adventure on a voyage through choral and orchestral music from Beethoven to today. Sail from the thrilling musical storytelling of Australian composer Melody 'Eötvös’s Hic Svnt Dracones (Here Be Dragons) to Beethoven’s rollicking cantata 'Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage'.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Highland Cathedral

24 Jul 2027 Lose yourself in the breathtaking vistas and rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands with Professor Dr Nicholas Milton AM and the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra in this stunning program inspired by Scotland.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Opera Gala

14 Aug 2027 Passion. Drama. Romance. You’ll experience it all at the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra’s lavish 'Opera Gala', an unforgettable concert celebrating the music, emotion and grandeur of the operatic stage.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Rosie the Clown Joins the Orchestra

19 Sep 2027 A touching and humorous musical journey filled with wonder, heart and beautiful sounds for the young and young at heart.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Pines of Rome

25 Sep 2027 Take a trip to Italy with Professor Dr Nicholas Milton AM and the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra in this vibrant concert of musical postcards. Then, internationally acclaimed Australian trumpet virtuoso Dominic Longhurst joins the WSO to perform Alexander Arutiunian’s powerhouse 'Trumpet Concerto'.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Firebird for Families

06 Nov 2027 Experience the magic of Stravinsky’s 'The Firebird' in a delightful concert for the young and young at heart.

The Concourse – Pat Reilly Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067

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