TSO posts small surplus for 2013

The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has continued to wow audiences across Tasmania and nationally,
delivering a wide range of world class performances with broad appeal, while still achieving a small surplus for
the year ending 31 December 2013.

TSO Managing Director Nicholas Heyward said last year was not an easy one for the Tasmanian economy in
general and was delighted the TSO ended 2013 with a surplus of $995 – not a huge sum, but a good result
nonetheless.

“We gave a total of 72 performances in 2013 and played to audiences throughout the state, with full concert
seasons in Hobart and Launceston, and single concerts in Burnie, Smithton, Port Sorell, Latrobe, George Town
and New Norfolk,” Mr Heyward said.

“Additionally, the TSO Chorus toured regional Tasmania, giving concerts in Westbury and Swansea.

“Among the highlights of 2013 was Fantasia, which was the TSO’s contribution to Dark Mofo as well as Shadow
Dreams – a collaboration between the TSO, the Terrapin Puppet Theatre and Ten Days.”

Mr Heyward said additional to its core activity of performing its “classical” orchestral repertoire, the TSO
appeared with Australian singer-songwriter Sarah Blasko and American music legend George Benson in 2013.

“The TSO aims to be a relevant force in the lives of all Tasmanians so we are pleased that Tasmanians of all
ages and from all walks of life were able to hear the orchestra in 2013,” he said.

“Our project with the Hush Music Foundation – an organisation which produces music to be played in children’s
hospitals and wards throughout the country – The Magic Island, was also an amazing achievement.

“I am particularly pleased that the orchestra was able to extend its reach in the community, not just with the Hush
CD and concert, but also through initiatives, such as AccessTix program, which offers free concert tickets to
disadvantaged Tasmanians, whether through physical and/or intellectual impairment, economic disadvantage,
social isolation or mental illness.”

Mr Heyward said when the TSO was not giving concerts, the orchestra was busy in the recording studio and
2013 saw the release of than nine CDs – a bumper crop for the orchestra.

“In this way, the TSO is heard not only in Tasmania, but throughout Australia and around the world,” he said.

The TSO is a major employer in the arts in Tasmania, with nearly 200 permanent and casual employees,
including orchestral players, administrative personnel, technical crew, box office staff and front-of-house casuals.

Full details of the activities of the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra in 2013, including comprehensive financial
statements, are in the 2013 Annual Report, available for download at tso.com.au
SO Managing Director Nicholas Heyward