West Phil is thrilled to announce the final chapter of 2025’s flagship program for school-aged musicians, “The Advocates”.

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Alongside two celebrated and beloved chamber orchestra works by Mozart and Corelli, we present a movement of Shostakovich’s Fourth String Quartet - arranged especially for “The Advocates”. 2025 marks exactly fifty years since the death of Shostakovich, and this powerful and emotive arrangement will challenge and excite both musicians and audience! We also proudly present Australian composer Rachel Bruerville’s “Dancing on Tiptoes” - a heartfelt and touching piece, composed for the Hush Foundation.

Join us in September as together we celebrate a wonderful year of music-making in Western Sydney, with “The Advocates: Part 3”. Expect Excitement; Embrace the Highest Artistry; Be inspired to become a leading Musical Advocate.

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Leading this exciting project is WestPhil’s brilliant Artistic Director, Peter Clark, joined by Quartet 121 – winners of the prestigious 2025 Sydney Eisteddfod Orvieto Musica Festival Scholarship. Their artistry was recognised internationally during their residency at the celebrated Orvieto Musica Festival in Umbria, Italy.

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Across three days of intensive rehearsals, participants will work closely with Peter Clark and Quartet 121, culminating in a public performance at the Sir Ian & Nancy Turbott Auditorium, Western Sydney University.

The carefully curated program highlights both classical masterpieces and contemporary voices.

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This program not only challenges and inspires participants musically but also develops ensemble skills, artistic confidence, and advocacy for music in the community.