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2026 Australian Festival of Chamber Music

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When

24th July 2026

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Where

The Cairns Institute, JCU Cairns Nguma-bada Campus

Cost

Free

Audience

Alumni; Public and Community

Contact

Alex Salvador | alex.salvador@jcu.edu.au

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Join us for a very special Australian Festival of Chamber Music concert at the JCU Cairns Nguma-bada campus on Friday 24 July 2026. This exclusive event for JCU alumni and their guests marks the first time the internationally acclaimed festival has been held in Cairns.

Performing for this special event is the Orpheus Quintet, a dynamic young five-piece wind ensemble based in Sydney that is quickly building a reputation for vibrant performances, musical precision, and an infectious passion for collaboration. The ensemble presents regular concerts in Sydney and enjoys performing for audiences across Australia.

Event details:

  • Friday 24 July 2026
  • Light lunch and refreshments: 12:30pm – 1:15pm
  • Concert: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
  • The Cairns Institute, JCU Cairns Nguma-bada Campus

Guests are also warmly invited to stay on campus afterwards and take part in JCU Open Day activities, including campus tours.