QSO Favourites

QSO Favourites – a cinematic journey through the beloved classics, presented by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Douglas Boyd. Hand‑picked by our 2025 audience vote, this feel‑good concert film takes you from the graceful elegance of Tchaikovsky’s **Waltz of the Flowers** to the triumphant, adrenaline‑charged **Dam Busters March** by Eric Coates. Hear the lyrical countryside wanderlust of Beethoven’s **Symphony No. 6, Pastoral, 1st movement**, and explore the friendship‑laden depths of Elgar’s complete **Enigma Variations**. In a special solo moment, 2025 Young Instrumentalist Prize winner **Patrick Phillips** returns to the stage as the cello soloist, delivering the passionate finale of his own **Cello Concerto, 4th movement**. A highlight of the program, this solo showcases Phillips’ expressive voice and the orchestra’s vibrant synergy. The film also features **Jessica Wells – Uplift**, adding a fresh voice to the classic repertoire. Under Boyd’s spirited direction, every piece feels both familiar and revitalized, offering a crowd‑pleasing experience that will delight longtime fans and newcomers alike. Join the audience who helped shape this unforgettable, celebratory celebration of orchestral music.