AUSTA SA
AUSTA SA
AUSTA SA provides a comprehensive range of professional learning opportunities for string teachers, including pedagogy workshops, ensemble repertoire reading days, student workshops, string showcase recitals, and a dedicated Cello Weekend for adult players. We also proudly support the broader string community through sponsorship of eisteddfods and awards for developing musicians.
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Bethany Nottage sapresident@austa.asn.au
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February
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AUSTA SA Term 1 PD – Baroque Violin Workshop (1:30-2:30pm) and String Ensemble Repertoire Reading (3-5pm) Meet other music teachers and play through new Australian compositions to find some great
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AUSTA SA Term 1 PD – Baroque Violin Workshop (1:30-2:30pm) and String Ensemble Repertoire Reading (3-5pm)
Meet other music teachers and play through new Australian compositions to find some great new repertoire for your string ensemble. Non-members welcome. AUSTA members free.
Join us afterwards for a drink at THE ASTOR (Corner Gilles and Pulteney Street, first round is on us.)
Registration essential https://www.trybooking.com/CYJDH
Time
23/02/2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM(GMT+10:30)
Location
190 South Terrace
May
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ABODA & AUSTA Strings Seminar – Prince Alfred College Presented in collaboration with ABODA SA, join Fiona Portway and Julian Ferraretto and a host of string specialists for a wonderful information
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ABODA & AUSTA Strings Seminar – Prince Alfred College
Presented in collaboration with ABODA SA, join Fiona Portway and Julian Ferraretto and a host of string specialists for a wonderful information sessions. FREE for AUSTA members! Just us for 6:30pm for a drink before the 7pm session starts.
Time
22/05/2025 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM(GMT+09:30)
Location
Prince Alfred College
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June
29jun1:30 PM4:00 PMAUSTA SA String ShowcaseA performance opportunity for all string players
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Sunday 29th June 1:30pm or 3pm concert The AUSTA SA String Showcase is a welcoming performance opportunity for any string player to share a solo piece and celebrate their musical progress
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Sunday 29th June 1:30pm or 3pm concert
The AUSTA SA String Showcase is a welcoming performance opportunity for any string player to share a solo piece and celebrate their musical progress in a supportive concert environment. Whether you’re preparing for an exam, refining your repertoire, or simply eager to perform, this is a fantastic chance to gain experience and connect with the string community. A piano will be available on the day, you’re welcome to bring an accompanist if you’d like to include one. We warmly invite students, teachers, families, and friends to join us for this relaxed and inspiring afternoon of music-making.
Time
29/06/2025 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM(GMT+09:30)
Location
Seymour College
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29jun10:00 AM12:30 PMAUSTA SA Student String Ensemble Workshop
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Sunday 29th June 10am – 12pm Seymour College, Gilles Road Jane Hardy gate 6, Glen Osmond, with a free family concert from 12 – 12:30pm. This workshop is for primary and
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Sunday 29th June 10am – 12pm
Seymour College, Gilles Road Jane Hardy gate 6, Glen Osmond, with a free family concert from 12 – 12:30pm. This workshop is for primary and secondary string players from Preliminary to Grade 4 and is an opportunity for players to meet new friends while learning skills needed to successfully play in string ensembles. Music can be downloaded from the link on the booking confirmation. Play the music through with your teacher to confirm your group.
ALBINONI More than 1 year experience/Prelim
BACH Grade 1-2 AMEB
CORELLI Grade 3-4 AMEB
Time
29/06/2025 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM(GMT+09:30)
Location
Seymour College
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Sunday 8th June 2pm – 4:30pm If you are an adult and learning a bowed string instrument, join us for a fun afternoon in Rose Park, playing new string ensemble repertoire
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Sunday 8th June 2pm – 4:30pm
If you are an adult and learning a bowed string instrument, join us for a fun afternoon in Rose Park, playing new string ensemble repertoire and catching up over afternoon tea. Music will be emailed to you before the workshop to bring along. Enjoy a fun and friendly session playing in a small group setting, perfect for adult string players of all levels. We’ll explore new repertoire together, build skills, and enjoy a social, supportive atmosphere. Come for the music and stay for the company!
Time
08/06/2025 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM(GMT+09:30)
Location
37 Prescott Tce
August
23aug(aug 23)10:00 AM24(aug 24)4:00 PMSA Adult Cello Ensemble WeekendChamber Music for Cellists
Time
23/08/2025 10:00 AM - 24/08/2025 4:00 PM(GMT+09:30)
October
Presentation via Zoom only
WA – 4:30pm
QLD – 6:30pm
SA and NT – 7pm
ACT, NSW, TAS and VIC 7:30pm
14oct7:00 PM8:15 PMBeyond The Music - Karen Kyriakou ZoomKeeping Musicians Inspired & Engaged
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Beyond the Music: Building Communities that Keep Students Coming Back TUESDAY 14th OCTOBER Want your students to feel connected, supported, and inspired to stick
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Beyond the Music: Building Communities that Keep Students Coming Back
TUESDAY 14th OCTOBER
Want your students to feel connected, supported, and inspired to stick with music for the long haul?
Join us on ZOOM (check your time zone) for a practical, uplifting session packed with ideas to:
✔️ Foster inclusivity & belonging
✔️ Strengthen student commitment
✔️ Create a positive, thriving culture
✔️ Build communities where young musicians love to learn & grow
Don’t miss this chance to explore strategies that go beyond the music and into what really makes students stay engaged.
Register now and find your zoom link in the confirmation email
Presentation via Zoom only
WA – 4:30pm
QLD – 6:30pm
SA and NT – 7pm
ACT, NSW, TAS and VIC 7:30pm
Time
14/10/2025 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM WA - 4:30pm QLD - 6:30pm SA and NT - 7pm ACT, NSW, TAS and VIC 7:30pm(GMT+10:30)