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Welcome to the website of the Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra The Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra (WPO) is a community run ensemble, established in 1996. Our mission: to bring musical enrichment to the community, providing a professional attitude towards innovative and enjoyable concerts.With around 50 playing members, we perform a regular program of four concerts a year and often feature nationally and internationally acclaimed guest soloists, as well as local musicians. The Orchestra also has a strong program of chamber groups and smaller ensembles. The WPO is supported by Woollahra Municipal Council.
BREAKING NEWS! The WPO is introducing a second concert per program! see below for dates.
Download our subscription brochure to find out what the WPO has on offer for you for 2012. You can find out about our 2012 season and find our subscription brochure HERE.
Special Announcement "The Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra deeply regrets the passing of Margaret Whitlam OA, who served as our patron over many years. She was an outstanding Australian, a loyal personality, a great lover of music and tremendous supporter of the Orchestra. She will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with her family".
Rehearsals: Orchestra rehearsals are held on Monday nights in Woollahra. See the Join Us page for more information.
Next concert: "Legends" Conducted by Anthony Clarke and featuring soloist BiLi Clarke (violin). "Night at the Opera" Sunday 17th June 2012, 2:30pm Sunday 24th June 2012, 2:30pm
"Rare Gems" Sunday 25th November 2012, 2:30pm Sunday 2nd December 2012, 2:30pm |
Upcoming Concerts
17/06/12 - Legends
A journey of legends, from dramatic portrayal of the world's greatest prophet (R. Strauss' Zarathustra) and ending with the titillating tale of naughty boy with a wonderful heart (Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite) More...
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