FIFTH STRING DONOR PROGRAM

Members of our Fifth String program play an invaluable role in our ability to thrive. They are a vital part of the FQ community, contributing a profound appreciation of exceptional chamber music and a deep commitment to the work we do. 

Through their annual tax-deductible contribution of $1,000 or more, Fifth String members provide the stability and sustainability we need to flourish. This cherished relationship allows FQ to pursue uncompromised creative excellence and plan strategically for the future.

SUPPORT AN FQ CHAIR

As a Fifth String member, you may like to consider supporting a Flinders Quartet chair in full or in part. Full support is valued at $15,000 per annum. 

CURRENT CHAIR SUPPORTERS:

First Violin
Ian Dickson AM and Reg Holloway

Second Violin
Krystyna Campbell-Pretty AM

Viola
Peter and Leila Doyle (half chair)
half chair available

Cello
Kaye Birks 


We would love for you to join our Fifth String program so we can share VIP events, newsletters, and exclusive insights into the FQ creative process. Fifth String members are the first to hear from Zoe, with priority notification when new blog posts are released.

HEARTFELT THANKS TO OUR CURRENT FIFTH STRING DONORS

FQ FOUNDING PATRON

  • Julian Burnside AO KC

PLATINUM PATRONS  $20,000+

  • Peter Kingsbury

  • Kaye Birks*

  • Peter Doyle*

  • Michael Aquilina, in loving memory of Maxine and Peter Rand and the Rand family

  • Ian Dickson AM and Reg Holloway*

GOLD PATRONS  $10,000+

  • Carrillo Gantner AC and Ziyin Gantner

  • Krystyna Campbell-Pretty AM*

  • Andrew Domasevicius and Aida Tuciute

  • Linda Herd

  • Nelson Estrella and Philip Rounsevell

  • Ulrike Klein AO

  • Anthony Adair and Karen McLeod Adair

  • Anonymous [1]

SILVER PATRONS  $5,000+

  • Igor Zambelli

  • Esther and Brian Benjamin

  • Gai & David Taylor

  • Maureen Wheeler AO

  • Doug Hooley

  • Sarah Brenan, in memory of John Brenan

PATRONS CIRCLE $1,000+

  • Calvin Crisp

  • Di Bresciani OAM and YMF Australia

  • Dr Bruce and Mrs Leona Sterling

  • Dr Garry Joslin and Prof Dimity Reed AM

  • Elise Callander

  • Faye Goldsmith

  • Freda and Simon Thornton

  • Helen Brack

  • Jan McDonald

  • John and Sue Warburton

  • John Smyth

  • Julie Kantor AO

  • Kim Williams AM

  • Kingsley Gee

  • Patricia and Vaughan Speck

  • Robert Heathcote

  • Robyn Hollands and Craig Phillips

  • Sam and Elizabeth Golding

  • Sharon Nathani and Michael Cowen (Resonance Fund)

  • The Lesley McMullin Foundation

  • Elida Brereton

  • Jackie Smith and Wayne Bugg

  • Peter Paul

  • Mary Vallentine AO

  • Lyn Williams AC

  • Glenda Lasslett and Terence McCaughan

  • Helen Huang

  • Jaynee Russell-Clarke

  • Anonymous [2]

* Ongoing supporter of FQ musician ‘chair’