Nestled just beyond Dural on School Road, the Uniting Church in Galston may look modest from the street, but step inside and you’ll discover a surprisingly sophisticated hub for the arts — one that has become a cornerstone of the Galston Concert series.
The sanctuary is washed in colour from a breathtaking stained-glass window, framing a stage dominated by a 6’ C7 Yamaha grand piano and a meticulously restored 1887 English Heritage Organ built by Forster and Andrews. With its impressive pipe organ, concert-grade piano, cutting-edge sound studio and high-definition video screens, the venue has evolved far beyond its traditional role as a place of worship. Today, it stands as one of the Hills District’s most intimate and inspiring performance spaces.
The final 2025 Galston Concert will take place on Sunday, 2 November at 2pm, offering audiences a rare opportunity to hear both the grand piano and historic organ in full flight, accompanied by standout violin performances.
The program features two remarkable young talents: Tim Li, a Conservatorium student and multi-instrumentalist, and Sean Weatherly, a violinist with an L.Mus.A. who also happens to be an exceptional organist. Both musicians have previously taken to the Sydney Town Hall Organ for the celebrated Young Organists Day concerts, and are expected to deliver an electrifying afternoon of virtuosity.
For classical music lovers, the Galston Concert series is a reminder that world-class performances aren’t confined to the city — the Hills is quietly cultivating its own vibrant cultural scene.
Organisers say there is much more to come. Music enthusiasts are encouraged to keep an eye out for updates as plans take shape for the 2026 Galston Concert Series, which promises to showcase even more extraordinary emerging talent.
