Engaging with students across Tasmania's North West

Earlier this month, TSO musicians spent a packed week on the road in the North West, connecting with young people, educators and community musicians.

Supported by our education team – Kim Waldock and Jack Machin – our musicians engaged with nearly 3,000 students through 24 school performances and eight community ensemble visits.

‘By basing ourselves just outside of Burnie, we were able to traverse the northwestern coast line visiting Stanley, Forth, Burnie, Ulverstone, Somerset, Hillcrest, Devonport and Latrobe, says Kim.

By day, the TSO’s Science and Sound shows allowed school students to explore the relationship between music and physics in a fun, interactive setting. In the evenings, TSO musicians worked side-by-side with local ensembles, sharing encouragement, coaching and musical insight.

The week long residency was supported by Variety Tasmania, with CEO Mohammad Aldergham (pictured below left with TSO team members) describing it as a valuable experience for young people across the region.

'As a Community Partner of the TSO, we're proud to support the orchestra in bringing this valuable educational experience to children on the North West Coast – many of whom may not have had the opportunity to experience a program like Science and Sound,' Mohammad says.