About
Zachary Allen’s love for music began at the age of six, when he and his brother, growing up in a world filled with LEGO, were encouraged to learn piano. Although initially reluctant, music soon became integral to their lives, leading them to take up the trumpet. His first performance was a bold attempt at “Greensleeves,” which went well except for the last note… In time, he and his brother began playing duets for friends and neighbours and joined the Tasmanian Youth Orchestra’s Wind Ensemble, eventually becoming co-principal trumpet in the flagship orchestra. It was here that his passion for music flourished as he performed iconic orchestral excerpts.
At 12, Zachary was awarded the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra’s Aviva Scholarship, allowing him to study with Principal Trumpet Yoram Levy. By this point, he had saved enough prize money from Eisteddfod wins to purchase his own Bach Stradivarius trumpet. At 16, he successfully auditioned for his first national youth orchestra, a milestone that significantly advanced his musical development.
Currently, Zachary is pursuing a double degree in music and physics at the University of Tasmania. Inspired and driven by music, he dreams of performing as a soloist and becoming a principal trumpet in a leading orchestra.
Australian Youth Orchestra
