In this episode, host and conductor Matthew Coorey interviews renowned Australian composer Brett Dean. They discuss Dean's musical upbringing in Queensland, his time playing viola in the Berlin Philharmonic, and his transition to focusing on composition. Dean shares stories of working with conductors like Herbert von Karajan and details the genesis of some of his major works like the opera Hamlet. It provides fascinating insight into Dean's journey from youth orchestra musician to one of the world's leading composers.

In this episode, host and conductor Matthew Coorey interviews renowned Australian composer Brett Dean. They discuss Dean's musical upbringing in Queensland, his time playing viola in the Berlin Philharmonic, and his transition to focusing on composition. Dean shares stories of working with conductors like Herbert von Karajan and details the genesis of some of his major works like the opera Hamlet. It provides fascinating insight into Dean's journey from youth orchestra musician to one of the world's leading composers.

Welcome to Tempo. Proudly presented by Sydney Youth Orchestras.

Tempo speaks with some of the biggest names in orchestral music and explores their journey, from youth orchestra to the world stage.

Plus, it features questions from SYO musicians.

With your host and renowned Australian conductor and SYO Alumni Matthew Coorey.

For more information about SYO visit syo.com.au.

Welcome to Tempo. Proudly presented by Sydney Youth Orchestras.
Tempo speaks with some of the biggest names in orchestral music and explores their journey, from youth orchestra to the world stage.
Plus, it features questions from SYO musicians.
With your host and renowned Australian conductor and SYO Alumni Matthew Coorey.
For more information about SYO visit <a href="http://syo.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://syo.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1697605513371000&amp;usg=AOvVaw196tD4DXWO1nALjfbMpDe_">syo.com.au</a>.

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Composer Brett Dean and his journey to finding his uniquely Australian voice.

In this episode of Tempo, host and conductor Matthew Coorey interviews violinist and conductor Stanley Dodds about his earliest musical experiences, growing up in Adelaide, Australia. They discuss the influence that travelling as a teenager and attending a music school in Austria had on the role music would play in his life. Stan discusses his 30-year career with the Berlin Philharmonic, his love of contemporary music, stumbling into conducting at an Australia National Music Camp, and his conducting life with the Berlin Symphony Orchestra. 

In this episode of Tempo, host and conductor Matthew Coorey interviews violinist and conductor Stanley Dodds about his earliest musical experiences, growing up in Adelaide, Australia. They discuss the influence that travelling as a teenager and attending a music school in Austria had on the role music would play in his life. Stan discusses his 30-year career with the Berlin Philharmonic, his love of contemporary music, stumbling into conducting at an Australia National Music Camp, and his conducting life with the Berlin Symphony Orchestra.

Stanley Dodds and his international perspective on a life filled with music

In this episode of Tempo, host Matthew speaks with violinist Kirsty Hilton about her journey from Sydney Youth Orchestras to becoming Principal Second Violin of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Kirsty discusses her early musical training and experiences playing with ensembles like the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Berlin Philharmonic. She shares insights into adapting to different orchestral styles and the transition of returning to Australia after many years abroad. An inspiring conversation that offers a glimpse into the life of an international soloist and insights for young musicians.

In this episode of Tempo, host Matthew speaks with violinist Kirsty Hilton about her journey from Sydney Youth Orchestras to becoming Principal Second Violin of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Kirsty discusses her early musical training and experiences playing with ensembles like the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Berlin Philharmonic. She shares insights into adapting to different orchestral styles and the transition of returning to Australia after many years abroad. An inspiring conversation that offers a glimpse into the life of an international soloist and insights for young musicians.

From Sydney Youth Orchestras (SYO) to Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) – Kirsty Hilton

In this episode, Matthew Coorey interviews Alexander Briger about his career journey from playing fiddle in SBS youth orchestra to becoming one of Australia's leading conductors. They discuss the founding of the Australian World Orchestra, a shared love of Mahler and the challenges of organizing international tours during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, Matthew Coorey interviews Alexander Briger about his career journey from playing fiddle in SBS youth orchestra to becoming one of Australia's leading conductors. They discuss the founding of the Australian World Orchestra, a shared love of Mahler and the challenges of organizing international tours during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Composer Brett Dean and his journey to finding his uniquely Australian voice.

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