Who can watch the masterclasses?

All members of the public, teachers, students and audience members are welcome to attend the masterclass. You must register your attendance though, as there is limited capacity in the venue. Once all tickets are registered, the event will show as sold out.

Who gets to play in the masterclasses?

There will be three to four students per masterclass who will have the opportunity to play and be instructed by the visiting artist. These students will be initially selected by Ensemble Q artists through teacher recommendation and a video submission. The masterclass artist will then review and select the final students who will perform for them on the night. If you believe you're the one, please send a link to an unlisted YouTube video that shows you at your best, along with a letter of recommendation from your teacher. The address to send the link and recommendation is info@ensembleqaustralia.com.

What exactly is a masterclass?

Masterclasses have shaped students' playing through generations worldwide - they're events that go on CVs, they're challenging to the max and they're the unforgettable moments in a student's life.In these times of connectivity and instant information, it's easy to forget that there are many young star struck students out there who would do anything to be given a glimpse of a master player's playing, teaching and of course personal acknowledgment of their own playing. The element of a public masterclass - offering learning for active and passive students as well as keenly watching audience members - is a rich experience for all involved. In each masterclass, three students from across a range of ages will be given the opportunity to perform for the master musician, who will then talk about where the student is succeeding, and where improvements may help their playing. They will share tips and techniques, gently guiding the young musician and audience to see how sometimes even simple adjustments make massive changes. Each student will work with the artist for a minimum of 20 minutes.

Ensemble Q Masterclass Series

Name: Ensemble Q Masterclass Series
Start: 2027-02-08T19:00:00+1000
End: 2027-09-20T20:30:00+1000
Location: Thomas Dixon Centre

Mon, 8 Feb, 7pm - Mon, 20 Sep, 8:30pm 2027 AEST

Thomas Dixon Centre

West End QLD, Australia

Ensemble Q

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Ensemble Q is proud to present a brand new series of four public masterclasses by some of our extraordinary visiting artists.

Witness a handpicked selection of Queensland's most talented students being guided by masters of their instrument, live in the beautiful Studio 4 at Queensland Ballet's Thomas Dixon Centre in West End.

Entry is free but by registration only, please register your attendance below.

Supported by David Siddle, Christa Critchley, Charmaine Lawton, the Frazer Family Foundation and the Thomas Dixon Centre.

Roger Benedict - 7pm Monday 8 February

Roger Benedict is an extraordinary British-Australian violist and educator.

Former Principal Viola of London's Philharmonia Orchestra and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, he has performed internationally as a soloist and chamber musician, with several acclaimed recordings to his name. Currently Associate Professor and Head of Viola at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Roger is widely respected for his inspiring teaching and dedication to nurturing emerging musicians.

Helena Rathbone - 7pm Monday 12 April

Helena Rathbone has been Principal Violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra since joining the ensemble in 1995. Trained at London's Royal College of Music and Guildhall School of Music and Drama, she has performed with leading ensembles including the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. A passionate chamber musician, Helena regularly appears as soloist and guest leader with the ACO and is deeply committed to nurturing young musicians through its Emerging Artist program and her leadership of ACO Collective.

Andrew Haveron - 7pm Thursday 27 May

*please note, this masterclass is on a Thursday

Andrew Haveron is an internationally acclaimed violinist and Concertmaster of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra since 2013. Former Concertmaster of the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Philharmonia Orchestra, he was also first violinist of the renowned Brodsky Quartet for over a decade. A distinguished soloist and chamber musician, Andrew has performed with leading orchestras and artists worldwide, recorded extensively and received numerous accolades, including an honorary doctorate for his services to music.

Joshua Batty - 7pm Monday 20 September

Internationally renowned flautist Joshua Batty is former Principal Flute of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Ireland’s RTÉ Concert Orchestra. A graduate of London's Royal Academy of Music, he has performed as guest principal with over 30 leading orchestras worldwide and appeared internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. Passionate about expanding the flute repertoire, Joshua is commissioning major new works and is a dedicated educator, presenting masterclasses and courses throughout Australia and internationally.

FAQs

Who can watch the masterclasses?

All members of the public, teachers, students and audience members are welcome to attend the masterclass.
You must register your attendance though, as there is limited capacity in the venue.
Once all tickets are registered, the event will show as sold out.
Who gets to play in the masterclasses?

There will be three to four students per masterclass who will have the opportunity to play and be instructed by the visiting artist.
These students will be initially selected by Ensemble Q artists through teacher recommendation and a video submission. The masterclass artist will then review and select the final students who will perform for them on the night.
If you believe you're the one, please send a link to an unlisted YouTube video that shows you at your best, along with a letter of recommendation from your teacher. The address to send the link and recommendation is info@ensembleqaustralia.com.
What exactly is a masterclass?

Masterclasses have shaped students' playing through generations worldwide - they're events that go on CVs, they're challenging to the max and they're the unforgettable moments in a student's life.
In these times of connectivity and instant information, it's easy to forget that there are many young star struck students out there who would do anything to be given a glimpse of a master player's playing, teaching and of course personal acknowledgment of their own playing.
The element of a public masterclass - offering learning for active and passive students as well as keenly watching audience members - is a rich experience for all involved.

In each masterclass, three students from across a range of ages will be given the opportunity to perform for the master musician, who will then talk about where the student is succeeding, and where improvements may help their playing. They will share tips and techniques, gently guiding the young musician and audience to see how sometimes even simple adjustments make massive changes. Each student will work with the artist for a minimum of 20 minutes.

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Ensemble Q Australia

World-class artistry. Extraordinary experiences.

Hailed by Limelight as “Australia's top echelon of musicians”, Ensemble Q brings together some of the country's finest instrumentalists to create chamber music experiences that are as exhilarating as they are intimate.

Founded in Brisbane in 2017 by acclaimed musicians and Artistic Directors Paul and Trish Dean, Ensemble Q has become one of Australia's leading chamber ensembles, celebrated for its exceptional musicianship, adventurous programming and warm connection with audiences.

From the beautiful surrounds of The University of Queensland's GHD Auditorium to the intimacy of our sell-out Whiskey Bar concerts, immersive festivals and national tours, every Ensemble Q performance is an invitation to experience extraordinary music up close.

Alongside the great masterpieces of chamber music, Ensemble Q champions Australian composers and nurtures the next generation of musicians through its innovative education and mentorship programs.

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