SUPPORT FQ

You can play a part in FQ’s music-making and delivery of high quality education and industry development programs. We’d love to hear from you.

We may just be four musicians, but the Flinders Quartet family is far reaching as we continue our purpose of amplifying the role of the string quartet in 21st century Australia. From our ongoing residency at Footscray High School, our celebrated composer programs, our much loved and innovative subscription series, recordings, ongoing work as Artistic Patrons of Itet, John Noble’s quartet program, and mentors of Musica Viva’s Strike a Chord program, your support will help as many people as possible have access to great chamber music.

A little insight into FQ’s work with regional musicians through the John Noble Itet program

“The Australian public has been given a gift by this wonderful, youthful group of fine musicians and we are rightly proud of the position of the FQ in the Australian music scene and in particular, chamber music.”
— Anne Findlay, donor

Here’s a menu, take your pick!

 

CONTRIBUTE TO SPECIFIC PROJECTS:

 

Co-commissioning New Music
FQ Syndicate #8 - Robert McIntyre

[Space-limited] Be part of a FQ Syndicate to commission a new work alongside like-minded supporters. Having successfully raised funds for seven new works, FQ Syndicate #8 features composer Robert McIntyre’s new piece for string quartet/string orchestra, inspired by his passion for the environment and climate change. Robert will compose a piece for FQ and Resonance String Orchestra, premiering in Castlemaine in 2026 alongside a creation story by local First Nations artists. This work aims to spark dialogue on our relationship with the environment. For $500 or more, help us bring this brand-new work to life!

Composer Robert McIntyre (photo credit: Rudi Lorimer)

ALL-ROUND SUPPORT FOR FQ:

 

Support FQ Activities

Your donation will help us provide free concert tickets to public high school students, mentor regional, amateur, and advanced musicians through programs like Itet, Resonance String Orchestra, and Musica Viva Australia’s Strike a Chord. It will also support our subscription concerts, the development of Australian works and home-grown composers, and generally keep us running (we’re creatives, we know how to implement big ideas with small budgets!)

Photo credit: Greg Harm Tangible Media

 

Sustaining String:
Long-term Empowerment

By setting up a regular donation, you will provide consistent and reliable support that will allow us to make long-term plans and maximise impact through music - bringing music to schools, nurturing regional talent, and supporting Australian composers.

Photo credit: Greg Harm Tangible Media

 

Fifth String:
The Core of FQ’s Work

With an annual donation of $1,000 or more, you will play a vital role in shaping FQ’s future. Enjoy exclusive access to events with our Board and musicians, as well as unique opportunities to support the Artistic Director and musician chairs.

“I choose to support FQ on the strength of the work they do in mentoring young and upcoming musicians and emerging composers. This support is crucial to the future of chamber music and is an aspect of their work which is as important as performance and often goes unnoticed.”
— Linda Herd, Fifth String Member

 

Leave a Gift in Will:
Nurturing Tomorrow, Today

Bequests, no matter what size or type, are a powerful way to shape the future of chamber music for our next generations. We’ve partnered with Gathered Here, a free and easy online Will writing service. Take less than 10 minutes to make an incredible impact on supporting Australian chamber music.

“FQ is a valuable part of Australia’s musical culture, providing so much more than just fine performance with encouragement of young quartets and composers in development of the string quartet genre from which they draw their strength.”
— John Garran, Fifth String supporter

FLINDERS QUARTET INC. is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), and has TCC endorsement and DGR status.