CSO Blog

Internationally acclaimed percussion soloist, chamber musician and artistic director Claire Edwardes, has been described by the press as a ‘sorceress of percussion’ performing with ‘spellbinding intensity’ and ‘graceful virtuosity’. Her award-winning performances combine a theatrical energy with charismatic and original interpretations bringing to life the varied array of music she performs. In 1999 Claire won the coveted ABC Symphony Australia […]

Earlier this month, the ANU School of Music appointed Dr Kim Cunio to the role of Head of School after Prof Ken Lampl stood down to concentrate on his film work and to take a leadership role in screen music and culture at the ANU. Kim studied with a number of Australia’s finest musicians including Australian composer Nigel Butterly, […]

Music by the River 2018 received the Community Event of the Year award as part of this year’s QPRC Australia Day awards and celebrations. This is the third year the CSO has played as part of Music by the River and the signature event has attracted music lovers from across the region. In addition to […]