What is Brisbane’s great untold story? Simon Hewett, Queensland Youth Orchestras’ Director of Music, reveals all.
If his professional title didn’t give it away, this episode of Dream Boldly unpacks the city’s relationship with music.
Simon reveals to host Adam Brunes Queensland’s best-kept secret — Brisbane’s reputation as a global leader in orchestral training and music education.
After spending 20 years with some of Europe’s leading opera and ballet companies, Simon returned home to help build Greater Brisbane's potential as a dominant force in the Pacific region. Learn more about Simon’s unique experience and plans for the future of music, plus his call for the city to step into the spotlight.
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What is Dream Boldly?
Have you ever wondered what future Brisbane might look like? You’ve come to the right place.
Bringing you thought-provoking conversations, unpacking big ideas and sharing aspirations for the future, welcome to Dream Boldly, with host and Aruga agency co-founder Adam Brunes.
Our speakers are leaders — some of the best and brightest minds driving Greater Brisbane forward — sharing moving stories you haven’t yet heard and answering questions you never knew you had.
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Produced by the Committee for Brisbane, in partnership with Aruga.
Recorded and Produced by The Podcast Boss on Turrbal and Jagera country in Meanjin/Brisbane.