Western Sydney Philharmonic is making its mark with the launch of the WestPhil Chamber Orchestra and a new partnership with Western Sydney University, signalling a bold step forward for music, mentorship, and culture in the region.

The October 5 concert at WSU’s Sir Ian & Nancy Turbott Auditorium marks the debut of the Chamber Orchestra — an ensemble of emerging professional musicians supported by scholarships and mentored by top-tier talent.

The announcement coincides with WestPhil’s ambitious 2026 season, promising experimental programming and international guest artists including violinist Amalia Hall, pianist Konstantin Shamray, and tenor Kyle Stegall.

WestPhil’s unique three-tiered model — featuring soloists, a chamber orchestra, and a feeder program for school-aged musicians — creates a full-circle training pipeline, building opportunities for local talent in one of Australia’s most culturally diverse regions.

Peter Clark, Artistic Director of the WestPhil Chamber Orchestra, joined us to share the vision behind this next chapter — and why Western Sydney is ready to take centre stage.

View the full program and learn more at www.westphil.org.au.