About
Hailing from Toowoomba, Oliver is a multi-instrumentalist and composer. After starting Violin at age 8, Oliver volunteered when his school needed a Double Bass player, despite not knowing the instrument. He then began busking with his Violin and ‘Splashes’—a tuxedo-wearing lamb—raising money for his own bass.
In 2018 – when online tutoring was considered ‘unconventional’ – Oliver began Skype Violin lessons with Rob Dowdell (Cairns), successfully achieving his Grade 8 with High Distinction in 2020. With a side quest on Viola in 2021, he completed his Grade 8 with High Distinction that same year. Although Oliver has remained predominantly self-taught on Bass, he began occasional school-based lessons with Dr. Bernardo Alviz mid 2023 – 2024.
Oliver has performed with the Australian Doctor’s Orchestra, North Queensland Chamber Orchestra, and Southern Downs String Ensemble. Believing in a diverse music profile, Oliver has performed solo recitals, worked with chamber ensembles, freelance gigs, and in Music Theatre. He has served as Music Director and Concertmaster, co-founded community concerts, and been commissioned for studio recordings. Oliver is experienced in Music Production and won QCGU’s 2023 ScoreIT film scoring competition.
Oliver has been part of AYO Programs since 2024 and is thrilled to attend Summer Season 2025. He will commence his Bachelor of Music at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University in 2025.
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