Queensland Youth Symphony

Empire of Sound

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Purchase 4 tickets for $100*! When tickets are in your basket select “Family 4” from the drop-down option. 

Concert Hall, QPAC


31 May 2025, 7pm
$52.50

A transaction fee of $7.50 applies.

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2 hours

(including interval, subject to change without notice)

Empire of Sound

A tale of two Williams …

Buckle up and prepare for an intergalactic adventure as your pilot, Simon Hewett, takes the helm of the Millennium Falcon – also known as the Queensland Youth Symphony (QYS). This thrilling musical journey will traverse galaxies near and far, beginning with Liebermann’s dramatic and romantically charged Flute Concerto, performed by QYS principal flautist Nathan Smith.

Next, they set course for the cinematic brilliance of John WilliamsThe Empire Strikes Back Symphonic Suite, a suite as iconic as the saga itself. With its soaring themes and galactic grandeur, it promises to transport you straight into the heart of the Star Wars universe.

Finally, their journey ends with William Walton’s Symphony No. 2, a piece so evocative it seems the English composer might have visited Tatooine, Hoth, and the Dagobah System decades before George Lucas introduced us to “a galaxy far, far away.

Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, a lover of symphonic masterpieces, or simply seeking an unforgettable musical adventure, this concert promises to be a stellar experience.

Program

Lieberman – Flute Concerto
Walton Symphony No. 2
Williams The Empire Strikes Back Symphonic Suite

Important Information

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here .

Presented by Queensland Youth Symphony