

Schools: Open Rehearsal for Organ Symphony
Dates & Times
A behind-the-scenes look at the workings of an orchestra
Join WASO as we throw open the doors, inviting students to join the Orchestra at rehearsal. An optional pre-rehearsal welcome provides an overview of the works and the musicians’ experience preparing for a rehearsal and a performance. Students then join the rehearsal to watch the conductor work with the full Orchestra to put the finishing touches on a mainstage concert.
This rehearsal is for Organ Symphony.
Schedule for Open Rehearsals
9.30am pre-rehearsal welcome (optional)
10am - 11.30am rehearsal*
*Please note that rehearsals may finish +/- 15 minutes to the times outlined. Rehearsal repertoire will be selected by conductors from the concert program and rehearsal of specific works cannot be guaranteed.
About the Music
Aaron COPLAND Appalachian Spring
Holly HARRISON Concerto for Classical Accordion (World Premiere)
Camille SAINT-SAËNS Symphony No.3 Organ Symphony
Benjamin Northey conductor
James Crabb classical accordion
Join conductor Benjamin Northey and acclaimed classical accordionist James Crabb for a concert of bold contrasts and vibrant energy. Copland’s Appalachian Spring opens the night with a tender, hopeful portrait of American life. James Crabb’s incredible virtuosity and mesmerising musicianship are on full display in a dazzling new concerto by Holly Harrison. Saint-Saëns’ magnificent Organ Symphony soars as the finale.
Holly Harrison’s Concerto for Classical Accordion supported by Catherine Dunn on behalf of WASO in a co-commission by the Adelaide, Queensland, Tasmanian and West Australian Symphony Orchestras.
Attending an Open Rehearsal is free!
Bookings are essential as places are limited.
Booking Form
Questions?
Once you have submitted your Booking Form, our Education team will be in touch to confirm numbers, payment and further details.
If you have any questions, please contact Christina Diaz Schools & Education Manager via email or ph +61 8 9326 0022
Resources to supplement your WASO Schools Experience can be found on the Teacher Resources page.
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