SUPPORT FQ

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.

Here’s a menu, take your pick!

CONTRIBUTE TO SPECIFIC PROJECTS:

Healing and Awakening

[Time-limited] Dedicated to addressing the importance of youth mental health through music, this project invites you to contribute to the development of a new piece inspired by Manny Arcaro - a talented young musician who tragically took his life. Composed by Lee Bradshaw and to be premiered by FQ with Australian Youth Orchestra musicians, this project also trains musicians to guide sensitive conversations with students. Help us share Manny’s story and use music to inspire and support others.

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!

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!)

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.

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.