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Romance and revolution

Passion and power ignites the night

Fearuring John Adams’ lively 'The Chairman Dances', Prokofiev’s 'Romeo and Juliet Suite', and Brahms’ moving first Symphony.

 

Sat 22 March, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre
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Territory Tour

Taking inspiring music across the Territory

Bringing incredible orchestral performances to Katherine, Tennant Creek, and Alice Springs. Join us as we champion Territory talent down the Track. 
8-13 April
Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs
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One Hit Wonders

Legendary hits that defined a moment

Celebrating single-hit sensations that rocked the world with a night of pure entertainment!  
Saturday 7 June, 6:30pm
Darwin Botanic Gardens
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Heaven and Earth

A musical journey through beautiful visions and earthly spirits

Featuring the premiere of an incredible a new collaboration between Rirratjingu songman Banula Marika, and DSO Composer in Residence Netanela Mizrahi. The concert culminates with Gustav Mahler's transcendent Symphony No. 4.
Sat 23 August, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre
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Palmerston Classics

Experience an enchanting evening of music

DSO brings the orchestra for a special evening of entertainment in Palmerston. Featuring spectacular orchestral music from Beethoven’s famous Fifth Symphony, Khachaturian’s ballet music for Spartacus, and beloved film music by John Williams.
Saturday 17 October, 7:30pm
Palmerston Recreation Centre
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Symphony of the Soul

A fitting farewell full of heart and soul 

In this concert DSO farewells Artistic Director/Chief Conductor Jonathan Tooby, who himself has poured his soul into his work with our orchestra for 7 years. Experience his final curtain call with DSO in this special evening of stunning music. 
Saturday 6 December, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre

Education Programs

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Choose Your Own Adventure

Guide our musical journey through the tropics! 

Join us for an exciting new adventure, where you decide our path through the wild and wonderful world of the Top End in the Wet Season
Sat 20 September, 9:30am & 11am
CDU Theatre
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Palmerston Family Proms

A magical morning of music for all ages

Get up close with the full orchestra, listen to each instrument, and discover the different sounds that make up the symphony.
Sat 18 October, 10am
Palmerston Recreation Centre