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  • 2026
  • Maestro 8: Scheherazade
Maestro 8: Scheherazade
  • Classical Music

qsomaeschehrazade26 Scheherazade Queensland Symphony Orchestra Classical Music Queensland Symphony Orchestra Scheherazade Maestro 8

16 - 17 Oct 2026
Concert Hall
  • Queensland Symphony Orchestra 2026 Season Subscription Tickets are available to purchase via their website.

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$104 - $145 *
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2 hours
including interval, subject to change without notice

Overview

An evening of storytelling – no words required.

Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, conjures ancient stories in sweeping detail. Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Concertmaster’s solo violin becomes the voice of Scheherazade herself, spinning her story through each movement. 

Grieg’s Piano Concerto offers a different kind of storytelling, performed by celebrated Australian pianist Piers Lane. With its unforgettable opening, sweeping melodies and folk-tinged charm, it remains one of the most beloved concertos in the repertoire.

Opening the concert is Release by Ella Macens, a rising voice in Australian music. Commissioned for the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s 50 Fanfares project, this atmospheric work is a meditation on bravery, stillness, and the courage to return to self.

Let the stories unfold.

Program

Ella Macens
Release
Grieg
Piano Concerto in A minor
Rimsky-Korsakov
Scheherazade

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Great discounts available for families of 4 (2 adults and 2 children).

Tickets must be purchased for the same performance and within the same transaction. Must select “Family” in your basket from the dropdown option.

Great discounts available for groups of 6+.

A-Reserve $117
B-Reserve $101
C-Reserve $83

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Great discounts available for school groups. 1 teacher free per 10 students. 

Admission $25 each
Additional Teachers/Adults $25 each

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Artists

  • Orchestra Queensland Symphony Orchestra
  • Conductor Otto Tausk
  • Soloist – Piano Piers Lane

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