Early Music Society
of Queensland
The Early Music Society of Queensland Inc (EMSQ) is an enthusiastic community dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of music, instruments, and dance from the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and early Classical periods.
As well as hosting workshops and concerts, we have a music library and a collection of Renaissance and Baroque instruments available for hire to members. We also publish a regular newsletter filled with informative articles and updates about the early music scene.
What's On!
Introductory Recorder Ensemble Afternoon
Sunday 19 July 2026 1pm - 4pm
Bardon Hall
247b Simpsons Road, Bardon
Glories of Baroque Opera
Arioso Chamber Ensemble
June 14 - 3pm Brisbane
and June 21 - 3pm Noosaville
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Save the Date!
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Low Instrument Workshop
Sunday 4 October 2026 9am - 1pm
Details later
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Springboard Opera
The Descent of Orpheus by Charpentier
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The Grand on Ann
311 Ann Street, Brisbane City
Friday 10 July, 7pm
Saturday 11 July, 7pm
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10% discount for EMSQ members! Use code EMSQ10 at checkout
Tickets: https://www.springboardopera.com.au/the-descent-of-orpheus
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Music Library
EMSQ has an extensive music library from which members are welcome to borrow.
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Instruments for hire
We have a collection of Renaissance and Baroque instruments available for hire, including viols, violins and other stringed instruments, as well as crumhorns, cornettos and other wind instruments.​ A small number of second hand recorders are available for sale at very reasonable prices.
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