Presenting Organisations
With the lauded Sir Simon Rattle conducting the Orchestra in his last season with LSO, and his first appearance at QPAC, this is certainly the classical music event of the year and one not to be missed. The last time the LSO played at QPAC, their concert sold out in under 48 hours, and we expect to see the same demand for this return season.
John Kotzas – QPAC CEO
What a joyous moment it will be to see and hear one of the world’s greatest orchestras explore the acoustic potential of our newly transformed Concert Hall. The London Symphony Orchestra has a long history with the Opera House, having first played here when the building was still under construction in 1966. So we are honoured to welcome them back for this prestigious concert series as part of our 50th anniversary program, led by the great Sir Simon Rattle in his final Australian appearance with the orchestra.
Louise Herron – Sydney Opera House CEO
The LSO and the MSO are kindred spirits, established within a few years of each other at the turn of last century. We share many values and passions as well as the titles of the oldest symphony orchestra in London and Australia, respectively. We are thrilled to present the Victorian concerts of the national tour. This is a fantastic opportunity for Victorian audiences to revel in the majesty of one of the world’s finest orchestras under the baton of an exemplary conductor such as Maestro Rattle. We are extremely grateful to the Gandel Foundation, whose generous seed funding towards the MSO Forever Future Fund has made this visit possible. The MSO and our artistic family extend a heartfelt welcome to Sir Simon Rattle and the extraordinary players of the LSO.
Sophie Galaise – Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Director
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Government Stakeholders
It is incredibly exciting to once again welcome one of the world’s leading orchestras to Queensland. The London Symphony Orchestra was the official orchestra of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Ceremonies, so there is a fitting connection for Queensland as we prepare for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, when our arts and culture will be showcased on a global stage.
Leeanne Enoch MP – Queensland Minister for Communities and Housing, Minister for Digital Economy and Minister for the Arts
“I’m delighted the NSW Government is able to support three spectacular nights of the London Symphony Orchestra directed by Sir Simon Rattle in the renewed Concert Hall through its Blockbusters Funding initiative. This once-in-a-lifetime event will be one of the centrepieces in the Opera House’s program of events and experiences to celebrate its 50th anniversary, providing an unparalleled opportunity for NSW and Australian audiences to experience a world-leading orchestra led by one of the living greats in classical conducting.
Ben Franklin MLC – New South Wales Minister for the Arts
Victorian music lovers will rejoice at the opportunity to experience one of the world’s great orchestras under the baton of a once-in-a-generation conductor. Victoria is home to another of the world’s great orchestras: the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. They are to be applauded for their leading role in delivering this tour to Victorian audiences. This rare national tour brings another rich cultural experience to Melbourne, offering Victorians even more reasons to rekindle their love affair with Australia’s cultural capital.
Steve Dimopoulos MP – Victorian Minister for Creative Industries, Tourism, Sport and Major Events
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