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.
“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.
TSO Managing Director Nicholas Heyward
