Tim Rosen’s musical career was shaped by both his Nanna and his mother, who were both musicians. Through multiple years of training and practice, his skills evolved, making him the musician he is today. Tim is now an ICT Systems Engineer, in charge of various projects, whilst still having the time to play his bassoon on the weekends.
“The moment I played in the school band, there was no going back.”
Tim enrolled into the Adelaide Youth Sinfonia, during his time in high school, allowing him to become attuned to the world of music.
Marking his commencement in university, Tim got accepted into the Adelaide Youth Orchestras as a scholarship recipient. For him, this was very impactful, as it would allow him to unleash his full potential as a young aspiring musician.
One notable moment that stuck was when he was a principal bassoonist, playing Symphony no. 5 by Tchaikovsky as one of his first concert pieces.
“Playing this repertoire solidified my love for late romantic music that I have taken well into my adult life.”
He feels eternally grateful for his time spent at AdYO, not only gaining musical skills, but also building meaningful connections. This gave him the confidence to pursue greater things in the future.
“Playing in ADYO meant that I met some incredible musicians that has led to numerous networking opportunities later in my musical career.”
He spent his time and dedication, fine-tuning his musical ability, while he also participated in the Australian Youth Orchestras’ National Music Camp. His effort eventually paid off, securing his place within the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, playing there as a casual musician.
Tim finished his musical training at the Adelaide Youth Orchestras in 2015. He is now a donor to AdYO, through the ‘Take Your Seat’ program, supporting the Symphonic Winds principal bassoon chair.
Looking back, he found that learning music equipped him for the real world. Finding that many of the skills in music were transferable and mapped onto the improvisational demands of his career. He now currently is working as an ICT Systems Engineer, where he was able to apply the listening and collaboration skills that he honed as a musician. Overall, underscoring that musical education can go beyond the scope of performance and offers skills that are intrinsically valuable for lifelong learning.
“It helped me develop active listening skills which I use in everyday life. Playing with another instrument is not dissimilar to working together on a project with a colleague. Both require consideration and compromise in all things, or it’ll be a spectacular failure.”
He also believes his involvement in AdYO has helped instil a sense of discipline and a success-driven mindset.
“Listening and collaborating, being part of something far greater than yourself, being BAD at something and wanting to desperately improve. All incredibly admirable and ambitious traits in the professional world and I wouldn’t have that without music”
Tim has also brought light to the idea that performing music is one of the most powerful ways to give back to the world.
“Appreciation for art and culture, an understanding that everyone has a voice that’s part of something greater.”
He continues to weave music into his life while concentrating on his career. On weekends, he plays the bassoon and stays connected with most of his musical colleagues, cherishing the experiences he’s gained and is still accumulating.
“I’ve continued that passion being a founding member of Adelaide Wind Orchestra (with many ADYO alumni) and even professional gigs over the years.”
Article by Annika Acosta
