PEARL ANNIVERSARY

Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra - 30 Years of Music

Bringing musical enrichment to the community,

providing a professional attitude towards innovative and enjoyable concerts.

Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra

ABOUT US

Established in 1996, the WPO was founded by local amateur musicians after receiving backing from Woollahra Municipal Council.

The orchestra comprises up to 50 regular members who come from all walks of life, are of all ages, and includes amateurs, students and professionals and performs four public programs per year with a rehearsal period of 8 weeks during school term.

We are proud to have our home in Woollahra at the magnificent

Saint Columba Church

The Home of Uniting Heart and Soul

We have two wonderful patrons; the celebrated composer,

Elena Katz-Chernin

who is a local resident and has been a great supporter of the orchestra,

and the distinguished pianist

Rachel Valler OAM,

who has also supported the Orchestra for many years.

Previous patrons of the WPO were Margaret Whitlam OA and Peter Sculthorpe.

The Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra is set up as an incorporated association

under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 (NSW).

Our Patrons

Saint Columba Church, The Home of Uniting Heart and Soul

The Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra appreciates the long-term support of the

Saint Columba Church

The Home of Uniting Heart and Soul

as the official home of the WPO.

Corners Ocean & Forth Streets,

Woollahra NSW 2025

Elena Kats-Chernin

The Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra is honoured to have a very distinguished Australian, Elena Katz-Chernin as our patron. Elena Kats-Chernin is one of Australia's most celebrated composers and the WPO has frequently performed her works and recently commissioned a new work from her, DANCE OF THE TIME FAIRY which we premiered in 2024.

"I am delighted to be associated with the Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra as Patron, and look forward to supporting this dedicated group of musicians in our community". EKC