Philharmonic South West Orchestra is a volunteer orchestra welcoming and open to the South West community.
Scholarship
Philharmonic South West Orchestra is proud to offer a musical scholarship program to enthusiastic new, budding or existing musicians of the South West. This musical scholarship program fosters a fresh and vibrant collaboration with the local community while ensuring the orchestra’s future sustainability.
Based on orchestral vacancies, scholarships are available for a range of instruments across all sections of the orchestra including brass, percussion, wind and strings. As part of the program students receive 16 weeks of complimentary private tuition from a senior musician in a supportive and encouraging environment, with the aim to join the orchestra in their allocated instrument.
While not essential, it is preferred that a student has had some prior experience reading music or playing an instrument (even if it was many years ago)! Scholars are welcome to bring their own instrument or temporarily borrow one from our instrument library. By nurturing emerging talent this program aims to enrich the orchestra by creating a diverse membership of musical skills.
If you are interested in our robust Scholarship Program contact us today!
PSW Sinfonietta
The PSW Sinfonietta Orchestra is our talented junior string ensemble, featuring violin, viola, cello and double bass students from around South West WA. It offers an ideal way for young school age players to deepen their musical skills while making music with their friends.
Every Thursday during the school term, approximately 30 budding musicians gather at Bunbury Catholic College at 4:00 PM to rehearse under the guidance of their skilled conductor. The repertoire is as diverse as it is exciting, spanning classical masterpieces, lively fiddle tunes, and contemporary works. Regular performances at concerts, schools, Eisteddfods, fairs, and community events provide ample opportunities for the young musicians to showcase their talents.
Beyond musical growth, the orchestra fosters teamwork, discipline, leadership, and self-esteem, creating a nurturing environment where students can flourish both personally and artistically. It’s an excellent stepping stone to other orchestras and musical pursuits, enriching the cultural fabric of the community and the lives of its young members.
If you are interested in become a member, apply here! For more information contact us at gidday@pswo.com.au
PSW Sinfonietta
The Tartan Tempests are the South West’s premiere Scottish Fiddling group and was formed by Anne Speer in ______ as an answer to the growing number of adult students in the South West who were interested in learning violin, viola and cello.
The group of around 12 musicians focus on the toe tapping dance tunes of Scotland. These are lively and playable and quickly mastered by players from beginner level to around AMEB Grade 3. As their performance skills develop, more advanced players can progress to the Philharmonic South West Orchestra.
The friendly, social group has proved popular with audiences and performs at concerts, community events, shopping centres and festivals.
Currently Tartan Tempests meets twice a month on a Sunday from 11.30 to 1.00pm at the Eaton Bowling Club.
If you are interested in become a member, apply here! For more information contact us at gidday@pswo.com.au
Thinking about joining? Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just dusting off your instrument, you’ll find a warm welcome here. We offer a supportive environment, plenty of performance opportunities, and a chance to be part of something bigger than yourself—right here in the South West.
