The Australian Doctors Orchestra returns to Sydney to perform Dvorak's 9th symphony conducted by Nicholas Milton. Soloist Simon Tedeschi will perform Gershwin's piano concerto. All proceeds to aid the Batten foundation charity.

BDSRA Australia was founded in 1995 by parents of children affected by Batten disease. Batten disease is a family of severe, devastating neurodegenerative disorders that primarily affect children. Children with Batten disease are typically born healthy and develop normally before symptoms begin to appear. As the disease progresses, children typically suffer seizures, language decline, vision loss, cognitive and motor decline, dementia and early death.

BDSRA Australia is dedicated to improving the well-being of patients and families affected by Batten disease in Australia.

BDSRA Australia seeks to support Australian families affected by Batten disease; fund vital research in this therapeutic area; and advance awareness of Batten disease in Australia.

BDSRA Australia maintains a national register of patients affected by Batten disease. This enables us to keep in contact and provide families with information on key updates, useful resources, family events, e-news, live webinars, in addition to regular social media posts and direct communication with our Head of Research and Medical Affairs, and Family Support Coordinator, families can feel confident they have the support of a genuinely caring, knowledgeable and experienced team.

As we receive no direct funding from the Government, we rely on generous donations from the public and initiatives and partnerships such as this one with the Australian Doctors Orchestra to fund our services.  Your support can help turn HOPE into a CURE.