Camerata farewells Executive Director

After over three years with Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra in the role of Executive Director, Michael Sterzinger has recently accepted the position of Chief Executive of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Michael will begin that role in November 2024. Since joining Camerata in May 2021, Michael has provided exceptional leadership, building an effective team to support Camerata’s creative ambitions and imagination. Michael has been a vital part of Camerata, leading growth and … [Read more...]

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra has an exciting opportunity to join Camerata in the full-time role Marketing Coordinator to support marketing and development activities! Find out more and about how to apply: https://www.seek.com.au/job/78324191 Applications close Monday, 9 September 2024 at 12 noon. We look forward to hearing from you! … [Read more...]

Start your career with Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra! Camerata’s history is steeped in offering opportunities to emerging string players, and this was formalised into its emerging artists program (Upbeat) that began in 2017. Camerata’s Upbeat Program is designed to foster the next generation of Queensland-based musicians and provides a number of performance and rehearsal opportunities over twelve months to support career pathways for promising graduating or recently graduated … [Read more...]

Just announced: Camerata releases a new album, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, available across all digital outlets! Tchaikovsky’s famous Serenade is heart-rending and yet leaves us feeling uplifted, moved, and joyous. Camerata interprets his deeply emotional work with our trademark joy and passion, playing with vibrant intensity and sensitivity, the group’s tight and seamless artistic unity bringing this romantic music to life. This release comes off the back of the Camerata's acclaimed … [Read more...]

Camerata is delighted to be the recipient of the Queensland State Luminary Award at the APRA Art Music Awards last night! Each year, the Art Music Awards, co-presented by APRA AMCOS and the Australian Music Centre (AMC), celebrate outstanding artists and works in Australian art music and sound art. Last night, Camerata was presented with the State Luminary Award, which recognises individuals and organisations who have made significant contributions to the music community in their local state … [Read more...]

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra invites expressions of interest for positions on our board. Camerata’s mission is to empower artists, inspire audiences, and enrich communities through music, in a joyful celebration of music and its power to resonate and connect. As we approach our 40th year in 2027 and our fifth decade, we are seeking experienced arts individuals to contribute to Camerata’s leadership and governance. Our board strives to be representative of diverse human experiences. … [Read more...]

Just announced: Camerata is a finalist for the 2024 Art Music Awards for Excellence in a Regional Area! The APRA AMCOS and the Australian Music Centre (AMC) Art Music Awards is an annual celebration of the national art music community, recognising excellence among creators, performers, and community leaders in contemporary classical, jazz, experimental music and sound art. We are honoured to be a finalist in this year's awards. Camerata has been touring regional Queensland for 15 years, … [Read more...]

Spirit of the Banana Shire, live from Theodore, composed by Camerata’s Emerging Composer-in-Residence Alexandra Mison is now available for streaming!  “Spirit of the Banana Shire [is] a wonderful piece of music and I love to think that it was inspired by a visit to Theodore and Biloela!” Meredith Barrett, audience member.  This year’s tour commission, Spirit of the Banana Shire, written by Camerata’s 2024 Emerging Composer-in-Residence, Alexandra Mison, has just been released across all … [Read more...]

 “I was particularly drawn to apply for the Upbeat program because I’ve always admired Camerata’s versatility and the way that they perform in both classical and contemporary spaces and work alongside many other Queensland and Australian artists.”   Meet Claire Litwinowicz, one of our 2024 Upbeat artists!  Claire grew up in Brisbane and immediately fell in love with the violin, when she heard it for the very first time at a demonstration for her state primary school’s music program. She started … [Read more...]

“I love playing with Camerata! It’s been very special to get to play in this orchestra. Everyone at Camerata approaches everything they do with such enthusiasm and generosity! I’ve loved the recent tour, getting to play with lots of local musicians in the regional communities… and performing with Tenzin Choegyal earlier in the year also stands out as a highlight. There is so much joy and care in this ensemble, and it is so wonderful to be welcomed into making music together.”   Meet Ella Beard, … [Read more...]