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Whether you’re new to Perth, a beginning string teacher, or you have been around the music scene for a while; we welcome you to AUSTA WA.
Our committee has a diversity of members, from professional musicians to teachers, and we are striving to provide opportunities for all of our members to improve their skills and keep their practices alive. If you’d like to join our great team and have a say in the activities that we provide, please contact us at any time. We would love to hear from you.
In recent years, AUSTA WA has hosted artists such as Brian Finlayson, Barry Green, Stephen Chin, Pablo Ferández and Stephen Chin to great acclaim. We are committed to providing the Western Australian string community with quality professional development and workshop opportunities. In addition, we are working on expanding our reach to the regional and remote areas of our state.
For current recommended private lesson rates in Western Australia, please refer to WA Music Teachers’ Association. Rates for 2018 vary from $62 – $82 per hour, dependent on the experience of the teacher.
Please take a moment to browse the activities that we are currently offering, and join us if you find something that interests you. If you don’t find anything, please let us know what you would like to see! We look forward to meeting you at one of our events this year.
Warm regards,
Ruth Klein Cook
President, AUSTA WA
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Western Australian Youth Strings (WAYS)
Applications and auditions are still open for 2018!
WAYS has two vibrant and thriving orchestras for children between Years 3-8. WAYS and Junior WAYS provide an opportunity for children to start their orchestra-playing journey in a friendly, inspiring environment while achieving great musical and personal heights.
Instruments: Violin – Viola – Cello – Double Bass
Musical Directors: Mr Ashley Arbuckle OAM – WAYS;
Ms Sarah Clare – JWAYS (Junior/Emerging)
For the 2018 Prospectus and application forms, or to book a visit during rehearsal to see what we’re about, or just more information, please contact the Secretary at secretary@wayouthstrings.org.au, or visit our Facebook page: WAYS – Western Australian Youth Strings Orchestra
WANTED! Young fiddlers! (and cellists too)
Perth Scottish Fiddlers has just started up for 2018 and we would love to have some more young players! This is a great opportunity for younger players to have some fun playing lively and engaging music. Scottish and folk music has inspired many great composers throughout history and is a lively and continuing tradition with many excellent young players and composers.
We meet once a month on the last Sunday of the month to learn new tunes and play existing repertoire and there are 2 sessions of different levels. As new tunes are taught by ear this is fantastic aural and memory training (blitz those aural tests in exams!) but above all the music is fun and a great alternative for students who need a change or addition to more formal playing. Scottish music also uses many different keys, modes and bowing techniques.
More information can be found on our website: www.perthscottishfiddlers.com.au or email Margaret on mschlink@gmail.com
New book violin for adult learners
Compiled and arranged by Margaret Schlink here at last is an adult-friendly beginner book!
Suitable for the first year of learning it includes a variety of adult-friendly pieces of different genres, clearly laid out pages with logical technical and musical development, and a duet book. Sample pages may be viewed on www.facebook.com/adultviolinclasses, as well as information about classes.
Margaret Schlink is a violin/viola teacher with a special interest in teaching adults. She teaches individual lessons (to all ages), holds group classes for adults and is the founder/director of Perth Scottish Fiddlers.
The book costs $35 plus P&P and is available by emailing mschlink@gmail.com
Events
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november 2018
04nov5:00 PM7:00 PMWA AGMAnnual General Meeting
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Annual General Meeting / BBQ Sundowner Time to gather our thoughts on what happened in AUSTA WA in 2018 and plan for next year. Bring a friend who is thinking of
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Annual General Meeting / BBQ Sundowner
Time to gather our thoughts on what happened in AUSTA WA in 2018 and plan for next year. Bring a friend who is thinking of getting more involved in our professional string community. Let us know what activities you would like to see your Strings Association support, and vote in our officers for 2019.
Before and after the meeting, we’ll have a bring and buy table of sheet music, strings, and other instrument accessories. If you have quality teaching materials or other useful items that are surplus to your needs, bring them along so they can find a new home.
Bring a starter, salad, or dessert and your own drink(s) and AUSTA will provide meat and bread rolls for a BBQ. RSVP (on our FaceBook event page or to WAPresident@austa.asn.au) by 30 Sept to let us know you are coming and what you would like to bring. James’ address and the meeting agenda will be sent to those who are coming.
I am looking forward to celebrating a year of hard work with you all!
Time
(Sunday) 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Marmion, WA
Past EventsCurrent Monthseptember 2018
08sepAll Day09Dalcroze Professional Development Workshops
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for primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers.
8-9 September, Quintilian School, Mt Claremont
$25 discount for AUSTA members
Download the flyer
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for primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers.
8-9 September, Quintilian School, Mt Claremont
$25 discount for AUSTA members
Download the flyer
Time
september 8 (Saturday) - 9 (Sunday)
Location
Quintilian School
46 Quinitilian Rd Mt Claremont
Organizer
Dacroze Australia
03sepAll Day09WAMTA 2018 Recital and Concerto Competition
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The West Australian Music Teachers' Association has been confirmed.
When:
Monday 3rd September— Friday 7th September (Novice- Grade 7)
Saturday 8th September —Sunday 9th September (Grade 8 and up)
Winners Concert: Sunday
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The West Australian Music Teachers’ Association has been confirmed.
When:
Monday 3rd September— Friday 7th September (Novice- Grade 7)
Saturday 8th September —Sunday 9th September (Grade 8 and up)
Winners Concert: Sunday 16th September 3:30pm
Where: Zenith Music Auditorium 309 Stirling Highway, Claremont WA
Please click here for the Application Form, AMCOS Form and Rules & Regulations
Why enter the competition?
The experience of performing in public builds confidence.
Each competitor receives a written report, which provides valuable advice for students entering examinations.
Winners have the opportunity to play in the Winners’ Concert.
Prizes and Certificates are evidence of achievement.
Participating competitions can be included and enhance your CV.
Time
september 3 (Monday) - 9 (Sunday)
august 2018
18aug1:30 PM4:00 PMFree Baroque Masterclass
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Join New Holland Consort in its first Masterclass Concert, proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent.
Saturday 18th August 1:30 - 4:00pm
Loftus
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Join New Holland Consort in its first Masterclass Concert, proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent.
Saturday 18th August 1:30 – 4:00pm
Loftus Recreation Concert
Bring your instrument (or your voice!) and learn about historically-informed performance practices from the HIP professionals!
New Holland Consort musicians will answer all of your burning early music questions, provide demonstrations, walk you through trialling them yourself and discuss how a HIP approach can change how you view music entirely – all whilst playing some amazing music!
Helen Kruger(violin) of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment has recently joined New Holland Consort, and she will be leading the string students.
Georg Corallwill be leading the woodwind and keyboard instruments.
Patricia Alessiwill be leading the voice students.
So, come along and see what you can learn – and try! – during this amazing Masterclass Concert.
RSVP is essential. Please book at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/telemann-and-bach-masterclass-concert-tickets-48135798469 (and note if you’d like to be an audience member only or a hands-on participant – if participating, please include your preferred instrument/voice type and level on the booking form).
Time
(Saturday) 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Loftus Recreation Centre
Corner Loftus St and Vincent St Leederville
july 2018
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The AUSTA Big Cello Day Out will be held on July 11 2018 at the UWA Conservatorium of Music, Crawley, WA. Activities will include: opportunities for
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The AUSTA Big Cello Day Out will be held on July 11 2018 at the UWA Conservatorium of Music, Crawley, WA. Activities will include: opportunities for junior, intermediate and advanced students to play and receive feedback from expert teachers, cello ensemble workshops, and the chance for teachers of junior, secondary and tertiary students to observe and participate in discussion forums with guest teachers. Visiting cellists include Thomas Gregory (UK), David Pereira (ANU) and Alvin Wong (Melbourne), Louise Butler (ACT) among others, will provide expert insights and feedback to participants. The day will conclude with a master class by WASO soloist and international cellist, Pablo Ferrández.
The full program is below. Detailed information, Expression of Interest Form, and registration details for individual sessions can be found here. Please direct expressions of interest and enquiries to bigcelloday@iinet.net.au
Registration can be made for individual sessions, combined sessions or the whole day. Special discounts are available for AUSTA National Conference delegates, AUSTA members and students. Attendance at all sessions is free for Australian tertiary music students with current university ID. A catered lunch may be ordered online along with your registration. Click here to register.
Program:
Session 1-Junior
Primary school age or Prelim – Grade 4 AMEB
9:00
Junior Session A
10:00
Junior Session B
11:00
Tea Break
11:20
Junior Cello Ensemble
Discussion Forum 1-Junior Teaching
12:30
Lunch Break
Session 2- Intermediate/Advanced
Secondary/Tertiary or AMEB Grade 5+
1:30
Intermediate/Advanced A
2:30
Intermediate/Advanced B
3:30
Tea Break
3:50
Senior Cello Ensemble (high school-aged+)
Discussion Forum 2- Intermediate/Advanced Cello Teaching
5:00
Dinner Break
Session 3-Master Class
6:30-8:30
Pablo Ferrández Master Class
Very Advanced Students (AMEB Grade 8+)
About our guest cellists:
Pablo Ferrández (Master Class) http://www.pabloferrandez.com/
David Pereira (Intermediate/Advanced) https://www.austa.asn.au/presenter-david-periera/
Alvin Wong (Intermediate/Advanced) https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/display/person650002
Thomas Gregory (Junior) https://www.austa.asn.au/presenter-thomas-gregory/
Louise Butler (Junior) Louise Butler
Registration for the whole day is now open.
$70 whole day price for AUSTA conf. delegates and AUSTA members (add $15 for lunch)
Free of charge to all Australian tertiary music students (with ID and proof of current institutional enrolment)
$35 day whole day price for AUSTA students and/or Conference Delegate students with ID
$45 whole day for all other students
Click here to visit the Trybooking site for full ticketing prices and details
Time
All Day (Wednesday)
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
Organizer
Big Cello Day Outbigcelloday@iinet.net.au
07julAll DayViolin and Viola Masterclasses with Brian Finlayson
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Four public masterclass sessions for violin and viola with Brian Finlayson will be held on Saturday July 7th at Trinity College, East Perth.
Intermediate to advanced level players are encouraged to
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Four public masterclass sessions for violin and viola with Brian Finlayson will be held on Saturday July 7th at Trinity College, East Perth.
Intermediate to advanced level players are encouraged to apply (min standard AMEB Grade 3).
Players are welcome to present a short piece, excerpt of a work, technical aspect or AYO excerpts to play and receive feedback.
Participants will be allocated 15 or 20 min timeslot dependant on playing level and sessions will feature a variety of playing levels.
https://www.austa.asn.au/2018-national-conference/
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Louise Sandercocklouise.sandercock@gmail.com
06jul7:30 PM9:30 PMPerth Viol Consortpresents a free concert
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The Earl of Pembroke's Delight
A Panorama of music from England and Italy 1580 - 1630
Free entry
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The Earl of Pembroke’s Delight
A Panorama of music from England and Italy 1580 – 1630
Free entry
Time
(Friday) 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location
St Patrick's Anglican Church
First Ave Mount Lawley
01jul8:00 AM06(jul 6)5:00 PMAustralian Kodály Certificate Course
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Coming to the AUSTA National Conference? You may like to consider the Kodály Certificate training for Level 1 from 1-6 July, prior to the AUSTA Conference.
Australian Kodály
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Coming to the AUSTA National Conference? You may like to consider the Kodály Certificate training for Level 1 from 1-6 July, prior to the AUSTA Conference.
Time
1 (Sunday) 8:00 AM - 6 (Friday) 5:00 PM WST
Location
Presbyterian Ladies' College
june 2018
West Australian String Quartet plays Beethoven, Haydn & Dvorak
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Church of the Resurrection
- 105 Shenton Rd Swanbourne WA
17jun3:30 PM5:30 PMWest Australian String Quartet plays Beethoven, Haydn & Dvorak
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A very special launch concert for the new West Australian String Quartet, featuring Ronald Thomas (vln), Penny Reiss (vln), Bourby Webster (vla) and Sacha McCulloch (vlc) performing three of the
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A very special launch concert for the new West Australian String Quartet, featuring Ronald Thomas (vln), Penny Reiss (vln), Bourby Webster (vla) and Sacha McCulloch (vlc) performing three of the most famous string quartets in the repertoire: Haydn String Quartet Op. 76 No 3 “The Kaiser”, Beethoven String Quartet Op 18 No 1 and Dvorak’s Op 96 in F Major “The American”. Sublime music in a beautiful setting – a perfect Sunday afternoon. We look forward to seeing you. Please note, tickets will be available – cash only – at the door if not purchased prior via Trybooking! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=385945&
Time
(Sunday) 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location
Church of the Resurrection
105 Shenton Rd Swanbourne WA
03junAll DayAUSTA WA String Festival 2018
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A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim.
Click here to book
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A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim.
Click here to book
Enter as an individual, duet, trio or quartet! 6 minutes maximum per performance.
Piano accompanists are provided free of charge. Steph Nicholls and Kathy Stanton will be the festival accompanists. You may also use your own accompanist, or play a piece that does not require piano accompaniment. Every performer receives a medal, certificate and written adjudication from Jessica Gethin or Sophie Curtis.
We warmly welcome you to enter our String Festival and experience the joy of performing!
Early bird entries close 20th April
Entries close 4th May – No late entries will be accepted.
Click here to book!
To announce the arrival of the Coda Marquise violin bows in Australia WA Music are offering a door prize of a Coda gift voucher to the value of $700 towards the purchase of any Coda violin, viola, cello or bass bow from WA Music.
Simply register and attend the AUSTA WA string festival to enter!
For terms and conditions and to view the range of Coda bows, see the Coda Bow promotion under special offers at: https://www.wamusic.com.au/special-offers
Time
All Day (Sunday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Rennae Van der Laanrennaevanderlaan@gmail.com
april 2018
Masterclass with Cellist from Giocoso String Quartet
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UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
- 35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
21apr10:00 AM12:00 PMMasterclass with Cellist from Giocoso String Quartet
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Musica Viva and The University of WesternAustralia Conservatorium of Music offer you theopportunity to attend a Masterclass with GiocosoString Quartet cellist, Bas Jongen.
You are invited to observe him working with
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Musica Viva and The University of WesternAustralia Conservatorium of Music offer you theopportunity to attend a Masterclass with GiocosoString Quartet cellist, Bas Jongen.
You are invited to observe him working with talented music students, learning techniques toperfect their craft in an ‘open lesson’ format.
Callaway Music Auditorium, Conservatorium of Music, The University of Western Australia, Crawley
To Book visit: https://musicaviva.com.au/masterclass-giocoso-string-quartet/
Teachers/Students: $5
Standard Price: $20
UWA Students: Free (ID required)
Concert Package: Student: $20 (Masterclass +Concert ticket)
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
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https://musicaviva.com.au/masterclass-giocoso-string-quartet/
20aprAll DayAUSTA WA String Festival Early Bird entries close
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Date: Sunday 3 June
A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim. Enter as
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Date: Sunday 3 June
A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim. Enter as an individual, duet, trio or quartet! 6 minutes maximum per performance.
Piano accompanists are provided free of charge. You may also use your own accompanist, or play a piece that does not require piano accompaniment. Every performer receives a medal, certificate and written adjudication.
We warmly welcome you to enter our String Festival and experience the joy of performing!
Entries close 4th May – No late entries will be accepted.
Time
All Day (Friday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Rennae Van der Laanrennaevanderlaan@gmail.com
14aprAll Day15Fremantle Chamber Orchestra
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Conductor Christopher van Chris van Tuinen
Saturday 14 April and Sunday 15 April
Soloist: Michael Hodgkins (clarinet)
Lekeu: Adagio for String Trio and String Orchestra
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto
Suk: Serenade for Strings
Saturday 14
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Conductor Christopher van Chris van Tuinen
Saturday 14 April and Sunday 15 April
Soloist: Michael Hodgkins (clarinet)
Lekeu: Adagio for String Trio and String Orchestra
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto
Suk: Serenade for Strings
Saturday 14 April @ 2pm Redemptorist Monastery 190 Vincent St, North Perth (FREE parking at the church)
Sunday 15 April @ 3pm Fremantle Town Hall! (contrary to earlier announcements)
The Supporters
This concert is made possible by the generous support of the Fremantle Herald and Perth Voice, Landscape Australia & Totaleden, Fremantle Ports, Town of East Fremantle, Hemsley Paterson and the City of Fremantle and all enthusiastic musicians.
Tickets
Tickets are available at the door (or via TICKETEK; transaction fees apply. Adults: $40, Concession $35, under 18 years: $20.
Time
april 14 (Saturday) - 15 (Sunday)
Organizer
Hans Hughug1@iinet.net.au
february 2018
24feb8:00 PMConcert: The Scots Meet the IrishA night of Celtic Music
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What should be another great concert of Celtic music will be held at the Irish Club of WA on Saturday 24th February at 8pm. The first of these concerts was held in
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What should be another great concert of Celtic music will be held at the Irish Club of WA on Saturday 24th February at 8pm. The first of these concerts was held in 2017 when Maria Forde and Twisted Herring put on a great show to a full house.
This next concert, which again features performers from the Scottish and Irish traditions, will see the Rob Zielinski Trio (Rob Zeilinski – fiddle, Phil Waldron – bass/bouzouki, Joe Fowler – guitar), singer/guitarist Jane Jackson, and Twisted Herring (Fiona Davidson- fiddle/vocals, Margaret Schlink – fiddle/viola, Donna Gahan – guitar, Peter Grayling – cello/mandolin, Alan Malcolm – fiddle/mandolin/guitar) take to the stage.
Tickets available from – https://www.trybooking.com/TVQJ or https://www.trybooking.com/348565
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 PM
Location
The Irish Club of WA
61 Townshend Rd, Subiaco WA 6008
Organizer
Margaret Schlinkmschlink@gmail.com
04febAll Day05Fremantle Chamber OrchestraViolinists Rudolf Koelman, Rebecca Glorie, Lucas O’Brien
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Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Violins RV522
Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041
Bach: Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042
Mendelssohn: String Symphony No9 “La Suisse”
Sunday 4 February @ 3pm
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 East St
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Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Violins RV522
Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041
Bach: Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042
Mendelssohn: String Symphony No9 “La Suisse”
Sunday 4 February @ 3pm
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 East St Fremantle (free parking on school grounds, air-conditioned)
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Monday 5 February @ 7:30pm
Perth Modern School
90 Roberts Rd, Subiaco (free parking on school grounds, air-conditioned)
Tickets are available at the door (or via TICKETEK; transaction fees apply. http://premier.ticketek.com.au/search/SearchResults.aspx?k=fco
Adults: $40, Concession $35, under 18 years: $20.
Rudolf Koelman
Everyone who has heard internationally renowned Dutch violinist Rudolf Koelman is surprised that such an amazing musician regularly performs in WA. As a local musician put it: “It’s remarkable that someone of that calibre is prepared to come all this way to share his gifts with our musical community, and to do it every year!” Other listeners’ comments include: “sublime”, absolutely fantastic”, “divine”, “dazzling”, ”we were spellbound”,…
Indeed Mr Koelman is the only violinist ever who has recorded all Paganini Capricci (the pinnacle of virtuoso violin playing) live. He is the 2010 winner of the prestigious Edison Classic Music Award and Jascha Heifetz’s last active student. It is thanks to his love of the warm WA audiences (and weather: a welcome escape from wintery Europe) and the long friendship with FCO founder Hans Hug which have seen him perform some of the greatest violin concertos in WA since 2006 and enabled FCO to produce 2 outstanding CDs. Mr Koelman plays on the Woolhouse Stradivarius from 1720, his golden period. 1720-1725 is also the time Bach composed his violin concertos.
Vivaldi, Bach, Bach, Mendelssohn
Vivaldi’s charming Concerto for 2 Violins RV522 featuring talented FCO violinists Rebecca Glorie and Lucas O’Brien opens the performance. Bach’s Violin Concertos in A minor and E major are creations of purest Bachian splendour with the magic Adagios of immeasurable sweetness and serene expressiveness. Mendelssohn’s delightful String Symphony “La Suisse” provides a happy finale. FCO will record the Sunday concert in view of producing its 3rd CD.
Time
february 4 (Sunday) - 5 (Monday)
Organizer
Hans Hughug1@iinet.net.au
january 2018
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As part of WA Young Artists Chamber Music Program's mission to keep young people engaged with their art form, the 'WAYAJam' has been created. This session will take place on
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As part of WA Young Artists Chamber Music Program’s mission to keep young people engaged with their art form, the ‘WAYAJam’ has been created. This session will take place on
Saturday Jan 27, 1:30pm – 4:30pm at the University of Western Australia
and will involve students ‘jamming’ along with the tutors with an emphasis on meeting new people while making music and having fun!
A fun afternoon of chamber music. Come alone or bring a few mates and we’ll sort out your groups and give you sight-readable music. Whether you use it as an opportunity to road test ensembles and new repertoire to enhance your WAYACHAMP Program or simply come for fun, WAYAJAM is for everyone!
Time
(Saturday) 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
Organizer
Sophie Curtisinfo@wayachamp.com
22janAll Day24Dianella Suzuki Violin School Annual Summer School for Teachers
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Beginner (Suzuki Books 1 and 2), Junior (Suzuki Books 3 and 4), Intermediate (Suzuki Books 5 and 6)
January 22, 23 and 24
Dianella, Perth, Western Australia
Director: Patricia Murphy
Patricia has had a
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Beginner (Suzuki Books 1 and 2), Junior (Suzuki Books 3 and 4), Intermediate (Suzuki Books 5 and 6)
January 22, 23 and 24
Dianella, Perth, Western Australia
Director: Patricia Murphy
Patricia has had a long, international teaching career with the Suzuki method. She studied with Dr Shinichi Suzuki in Matsumoto Japan, Prof. J.D. Kendall in USA and Ms Felicity Lipman at the British Suzuki Institute.
For further information and to register, email dianellasuzukiviolinschool@gmail.com
Fee: $150 per level
Time
january 22 (Monday) - 24 (Wednesday)
Organizer
Patricia Murphydianellasuzukiviolinschool@gmail.com
Music Improvisation for Teens
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Theo's Music
- 4 Southport Street West Leederville Western Australia 6007
22janAll Day23Music Improvisation for Teens
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Come along to a 2-day summer holiday creative improvisation course for music students with Rupert Guenther.
Dates: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 January
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Cost: $70 or $65
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Come along to a 2-day summer holiday creative improvisation course for music students with Rupert Guenther.
Dates: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 January
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Cost: $70 or $65 for AUSTA, WAM or WAMTA members
Location: Theo’s Music
No previous improvisation experience necessary!
*Open to ALL instruments including voice, percussion, piano, strings, brass, woodwind etc
This is an opportunity for teens to learn how to improvise and compose their own music solo or in bands and ensembles. Includes classical music, rock, pop, blues and folk/world music sounds and styles.
These skills enable you to express yourself, your ideas and your passion through your own music -it’s just like painting musical pictures.
This workshop is the key to being able to join in and play with other musicians of any musical background or style without needing music stands or pieces of paper for the notes.
Small group class. Bookings essential. Visit Eventbrite or contact Tanya on 0413 265 831
Time
january 22 (Monday) - 23 (Tuesday)
Location
Theo's Music
4 Southport Street West Leederville Western Australia 6007
Organizer
Rupert Guenthertanya@unitymail.com.au
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https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/music-improvisation-for-teens-tickets-41939783020?aff=efbeventtix
09janAll Day16Dalcroze Summer School
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The Summer School is aimed at adult music professionals, both teachers and performers. The school offers an introduction to the approach for those new
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The Summer School is aimed at adult music professionals, both teachers and performers. The school offers an introduction to the approach for those new to Dalcroze, and separate streams for participants who have prior Dalcroze experience.
Time
january 9 (Tuesday) - 16 (Tuesday)
Location
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 Ellen Street FREMANTLE
Organizer
Katherine Smithkatherinesiggins@gmail.com
05jan7:30 PM10:00 PMMartin Hayes and Dennis Cahill
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Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill are two of the world’s leading artists in traditional Irish music. Their adventurous, soulful interpretations of traditional tunes are recognised all over the world for
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Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill are two of the world’s leading artists in traditional Irish music. Their adventurous, soulful interpretations of traditional tunes are recognised all over the world for their exquisite musicality and irresistible rhythm. For over two decades, the Irish fiddler and American guitarist have performed at major concert halls and festivals around the globe.
Supported by Kavisha Mazzella, Aria award winner, songbird and folkloric explorer; she will take you on an uplifting journey of well-crafted stories and songs ringing with echoes of Celtic, Fado and Gypsy influences that will strike a resounding chord within.
LOCATION
John Curtin College of Arts Theatre, 90 Ellen Street, Fremantle, WA 6160
TICKETS Available at Eventbrite $30.39 – $93.39
About The Festival
More information: feniansfestival.com.au
Time
(Friday) 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 Ellen Street FREMANTLE
Violin and viola: Tricks in the Trade for Starting Beginners
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Vasek Home Studio
- 16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup
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By demand this course is being given again in a shortened format.
All teachers and prospective students are welcome to attend. This course was last given in 2012 and before
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By demand this course is being given again in a shortened format.
All teachers and prospective students are welcome to attend. This course was last given in 2012 and before that in 2007.
This is a chance to gain some new ideas and share your knowledge with others. Teaching is a serious craft. The responsibilities for those under your tutelage are great and not to be taken lightly. We, as teachers, all need to refresh our skills, energy, and motivation. Workshops like this provide the opportunity to do so.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:15 pm daily
Venue: Vasek Home Studio – 16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup (Off North Beach Rd)
Facilitator/Tutor – Judy Vasek Phone: 0409 102 113
Cost: $ 250.00
Payment to: Vasek School for Violin & Strings
16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup 6018
The most important stage of learning is the beginning stage. If a child has not been “set up” properly or motivated correctly, future failure is automatically built in. And yet, this early stage of teaching is rarely discussed.
If you think that anyone can start a student, I suggest you look at your results and perhaps re-think it all. I challenge anyone who tells me that it is an easy thing to do. Are the young students prepared well enough to go beyond playing “Twinkle, Little Star”? Have their techniques been developed solidly enough for their advancement? Teachers need to ask themselves why the students often do not go beyond a certain level. Why do they quit? It is us or them? This workshop will be geared to give teachers inspiration, motivation, new ideas, and techniques with which to guide their students into success. It is hoped that many teachers will come and share their knowledge with each other and gain new insights. Teaching techniques are forever changing and growing. The one constant thing in the life of a teacher, is that music study should bring great joy to all involved. I hope you will come and share with us your expertise, experiences, and join with us the adventure of teaching in those important early stages.
About Judy Vasek:
Judy Vasek, born in Chicago, holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Northwestern University and a Masters of Music Education with a String Specialty from Indiana University. She has taught students from age 3 through tertiary. She was a member of the string faculty at the University of Kentucky and Indiana University South Bend. She has taught orchestral techniques, coached chamber music ensembles, conducted youth orchestras, given teacher training seminars, taught string technique and pedagogy courses, and organised and directed string workshops in the USA and Australia.
Judy became seriously involved with the Suzuki method in 1971, and became a Certified Teacher Trainer with the Suzuki Association of the Americas in 1991. She was the official Teacher Trainer of the Suzuki Method in Western Australia from 1994-2004.
She has free-lanced with many orchestras in the USA and was Principal Bassist with the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra, Kentucky for eighteen years. Though primarily a bass performer, she has studied violin technique and teaching extensively, and she became the only person for whom the violin was a secondary instrument to have been awarded a Teaching Assistantship in Violin at Indiana University. She also studied violin teaching with the famous Dorothy DeLay of the Julliard School of Music.
When she moved to Perth in 1994, Judy established the Vasek School for Violin and Strings (VSVS), broadly based on the Suzuki philosophy with its emphasis on the nurturing of the parent-child bond. VSVS is open to children of all backgrounds, and Judy Vasek has an absolute commitment to achieving the maximum potential of each child.
Time
january 5 (Friday) - 7 (Sunday)
Location
Vasek Home Studio
16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup
Organizer
Judy Vasekjvasek123@gmail.com
Show More Eventsoctober 2017
22oct6:00 PMAUSTA WA Annual General Meeting
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AUSTA WA Role Descriptions 2018
We warmly invite you to our Annual AGM, which will be held on 22 October 2018 at 6pm in Dianella. The meeting will
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We warmly invite you to our Annual AGM, which will be held on 22 October 2018 at 6pm in Dianella. The meeting will run from 6pm to 7pm, followed by an informal BBQ and social gathering until 8pm.
To join us, or for more information, please RSVP to Nicole Strohfeldt at thebassschool@gmail.com
If you are interested in joining the committee for 2018, nominations are due by Wednesday 18 October.
Time
(Sunday) 6:00 PM
Organizer
Nicole Strohfeldtthebassschool@gmail.com
06octAll Day08Belgian Violin Master Teacher
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Register now to be part of this wonderful opportunity to observe the Spring String Workshop with visiting master violin teacher Koen Rens.
Presented by Suzuki Music WA
Registration closing September 25, 2017
Koen
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Register now to be part of this wonderful opportunity to observe the Spring String Workshop with visiting master violin teacher Koen Rens.
Presented by Suzuki Music WA
Registration closing September 25, 2017
Time
october 6 (Friday) - 8 (Sunday)
Location
PLC
14 McNeil St, Peppermint Grove
Organizer
Suzuki Music WAinfo@suzukimusicwa.com.au
september 2018
08sepAll Day09Dalcroze Professional Development Workshops
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for primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers. 8-9 September, Quintilian School, Mt Claremont $25 discount for AUSTA members Download the flyer
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for primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers.
8-9 September, Quintilian School, Mt Claremont
$25 discount for AUSTA members
Download the flyer
Time
september 8 (Saturday) - 9 (Sunday)
Location
Quintilian School
46 Quinitilian Rd Mt Claremont
Organizer
Dacroze Australia
03sepAll Day09WAMTA 2018 Recital and Concerto Competition
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The West Australian Music Teachers' Association has been confirmed. When: Monday 3rd September— Friday 7th September (Novice- Grade 7) Saturday 8th September —Sunday 9th September (Grade 8 and up) Winners Concert: Sunday
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The West Australian Music Teachers’ Association has been confirmed.
When:
Monday 3rd September— Friday 7th September (Novice- Grade 7)
Saturday 8th September —Sunday 9th September (Grade 8 and up)
Winners Concert: Sunday 16th September 3:30pm
Where: Zenith Music Auditorium 309 Stirling Highway, Claremont WA
Please click here for the Application Form, AMCOS Form and Rules & Regulations
Why enter the competition?
The experience of performing in public builds confidence.
Each competitor receives a written report, which provides valuable advice for students entering examinations.
Winners have the opportunity to play in the Winners’ Concert.
Prizes and Certificates are evidence of achievement.
Participating competitions can be included and enhance your CV.
Time
september 3 (Monday) - 9 (Sunday)
august 2018
18aug1:30 PM4:00 PMFree Baroque Masterclass
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Join New Holland Consort in its first Masterclass Concert, proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent. Saturday 18th August 1:30 - 4:00pm Loftus
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Join New Holland Consort in its first Masterclass Concert, proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent.
Saturday 18th August 1:30 – 4:00pm
Loftus Recreation Concert
Bring your instrument (or your voice!) and learn about historically-informed performance practices from the HIP professionals!
New Holland Consort musicians will answer all of your burning early music questions, provide demonstrations, walk you through trialling them yourself and discuss how a HIP approach can change how you view music entirely – all whilst playing some amazing music!
Helen Kruger(violin) of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment has recently joined New Holland Consort, and she will be leading the string students.
Georg Corallwill be leading the woodwind and keyboard instruments.
Patricia Alessiwill be leading the voice students.
So, come along and see what you can learn – and try! – during this amazing Masterclass Concert.
RSVP is essential. Please book at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/telemann-and-bach-masterclass-concert-tickets-48135798469 (and note if you’d like to be an audience member only or a hands-on participant – if participating, please include your preferred instrument/voice type and level on the booking form).
Time
(Saturday) 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Loftus Recreation Centre
Corner Loftus St and Vincent St Leederville
july 2018
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BOOK BOOK NOW The AUSTA Big Cello Day Out will be held on July 11 2018 at the UWA Conservatorium of Music, Crawley, WA. Activities will include: opportunities for
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The AUSTA Big Cello Day Out will be held on July 11 2018 at the UWA Conservatorium of Music, Crawley, WA. Activities will include: opportunities for junior, intermediate and advanced students to play and receive feedback from expert teachers, cello ensemble workshops, and the chance for teachers of junior, secondary and tertiary students to observe and participate in discussion forums with guest teachers. Visiting cellists include Thomas Gregory (UK), David Pereira (ANU) and Alvin Wong (Melbourne), Louise Butler (ACT) among others, will provide expert insights and feedback to participants. The day will conclude with a master class by WASO soloist and international cellist, Pablo Ferrández.
The full program is below. Detailed information, Expression of Interest Form, and registration details for individual sessions can be found here. Please direct expressions of interest and enquiries to bigcelloday@iinet.net.au
Registration can be made for individual sessions, combined sessions or the whole day. Special discounts are available for AUSTA National Conference delegates, AUSTA members and students. Attendance at all sessions is free for Australian tertiary music students with current university ID. A catered lunch may be ordered online along with your registration. Click here to register.
Program:
| Session 1-Junior |
Primary school age or Prelim – Grade 4 AMEB | |
| 9:00 | Junior Session A | |
| 10:00 | Junior Session B | |
| 11:00 | Tea Break | |
| 11:20 | Junior Cello Ensemble | Discussion Forum 1-Junior Teaching |
| 12:30 | Lunch Break | |
| Session 2- Intermediate/Advanced | Secondary/Tertiary or AMEB Grade 5+ |
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| 1:30 | Intermediate/Advanced A | |
| 2:30 | Intermediate/Advanced B | |
| 3:30 | Tea Break | |
| 3:50 | Senior Cello Ensemble (high school-aged+) | Discussion Forum 2- Intermediate/Advanced Cello Teaching |
| 5:00 | Dinner Break | |
| Session 3-Master Class | ||
| 6:30-8:30 | Pablo Ferrández Master Class | Very Advanced Students (AMEB Grade 8+) |
About our guest cellists:
Pablo Ferrández (Master Class) http://www.pabloferrandez.com/
David Pereira (Intermediate/Advanced) https://www.austa.asn.au/presenter-david-periera/
Alvin Wong (Intermediate/Advanced) https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/display/person650002
Thomas Gregory (Junior) https://www.austa.asn.au/presenter-thomas-gregory/
Louise Butler (Junior) Louise Butler
Registration for the whole day is now open.
$70 whole day price for AUSTA conf. delegates and AUSTA members (add $15 for lunch)
Free of charge to all Australian tertiary music students (with ID and proof of current institutional enrolment)
$35 day whole day price for AUSTA students and/or Conference Delegate students with ID
$45 whole day for all other students
Click here to visit the Trybooking site for full ticketing prices and details
Time
All Day (Wednesday)
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
Organizer
Big Cello Day Outbigcelloday@iinet.net.au
07julAll DayViolin and Viola Masterclasses with Brian Finlayson
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Four public masterclass sessions for violin and viola with Brian Finlayson will be held on Saturday July 7th at Trinity College, East Perth. Intermediate to advanced level players are encouraged to
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Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Louise Sandercocklouise.sandercock@gmail.com
06jul7:30 PM9:30 PMPerth Viol Consortpresents a free concert
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The Earl of Pembroke's Delight A Panorama of music from England and Italy 1580 - 1630 Free entry
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The Earl of Pembroke’s Delight
A Panorama of music from England and Italy 1580 – 1630
Free entry
Time
(Friday) 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location
St Patrick's Anglican Church
First Ave Mount Lawley
01jul8:00 AM06(jul 6)5:00 PMAustralian Kodály Certificate Course
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Coming to the AUSTA National Conference? You may like to consider the Kodály Certificate training for Level 1 from 1-6 July, prior to the AUSTA Conference. Australian Kodály
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Coming to the AUSTA National Conference? You may like to consider the Kodály Certificate training for Level 1 from 1-6 July, prior to the AUSTA Conference.
Time
1 (Sunday) 8:00 AM - 6 (Friday) 5:00 PM WST
Location
Presbyterian Ladies' College
june 2018
17jun3:30 PM5:30 PMWest Australian String Quartet plays Beethoven, Haydn & Dvorak
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A very special launch concert for the new West Australian String Quartet, featuring Ronald Thomas (vln), Penny Reiss (vln), Bourby Webster (vla) and Sacha McCulloch (vlc) performing three of the
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A very special launch concert for the new West Australian String Quartet, featuring Ronald Thomas (vln), Penny Reiss (vln), Bourby Webster (vla) and Sacha McCulloch (vlc) performing three of the most famous string quartets in the repertoire: Haydn String Quartet Op. 76 No 3 “The Kaiser”, Beethoven String Quartet Op 18 No 1 and Dvorak’s Op 96 in F Major “The American”. Sublime music in a beautiful setting – a perfect Sunday afternoon. We look forward to seeing you. Please note, tickets will be available – cash only – at the door if not purchased prior via Trybooking! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=385945&
Time
(Sunday) 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location
Church of the Resurrection
105 Shenton Rd Swanbourne WA
03junAll DayAUSTA WA String Festival 2018
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A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim. Click here to book Enter as
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A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim.
Click here to book
Enter as an individual, duet, trio or quartet! 6 minutes maximum per performance.
Piano accompanists are provided free of charge. Steph Nicholls and Kathy Stanton will be the festival accompanists. You may also use your own accompanist, or play a piece that does not require piano accompaniment. Every performer receives a medal, certificate and written adjudication from Jessica Gethin or Sophie Curtis.
We warmly welcome you to enter our String Festival and experience the joy of performing!
Early bird entries close 20th April
Entries close 4th May – No late entries will be accepted.
Click here to book!
To announce the arrival of the Coda Marquise violin bows in Australia WA Music are offering a door prize of a Coda gift voucher to the value of $700 towards the purchase of any Coda violin, viola, cello or bass bow from WA Music.
Simply register and attend the AUSTA WA string festival to enter!
For terms and conditions and to view the range of Coda bows, see the Coda Bow promotion under special offers at: https://www.wamusic.com.au/special-offers
Time
All Day (Sunday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Rennae Van der Laanrennaevanderlaan@gmail.com
april 2018
21apr10:00 AM12:00 PMMasterclass with Cellist from Giocoso String Quartet
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Musica Viva and The University of WesternAustralia Conservatorium of Music offer you theopportunity to attend a Masterclass with GiocosoString Quartet cellist, Bas Jongen. You are invited to observe him working with
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Musica Viva and The University of WesternAustralia Conservatorium of Music offer you theopportunity to attend a Masterclass with GiocosoString Quartet cellist, Bas Jongen.
You are invited to observe him working with talented music students, learning techniques toperfect their craft in an ‘open lesson’ format.
Callaway Music Auditorium, Conservatorium of Music, The University of Western Australia, Crawley
To Book visit: https://musicaviva.com.au/masterclass-giocoso-string-quartet/
Teachers/Students: $5
Standard Price: $20
UWA Students: Free (ID required)
Concert Package: Student: $20 (Masterclass +Concert ticket)
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
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https://musicaviva.com.au/masterclass-giocoso-string-quartet/
20aprAll DayAUSTA WA String Festival Early Bird entries close
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Date: Sunday 3 June A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim. Enter as
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Date: Sunday 3 June
A warm and welcoming performance opportunity for young string players of all standards, the AUSTA WA String Festival is an annual event of great acclaim. Enter as an individual, duet, trio or quartet! 6 minutes maximum per performance.
Piano accompanists are provided free of charge. You may also use your own accompanist, or play a piece that does not require piano accompaniment. Every performer receives a medal, certificate and written adjudication.
We warmly welcome you to enter our String Festival and experience the joy of performing!
Entries close 4th May – No late entries will be accepted.
Time
All Day (Friday)
Location
Trinity College Perth
Trinity Ave East Perth
Organizer
Rennae Van der Laanrennaevanderlaan@gmail.com
14aprAll Day15Fremantle Chamber Orchestra
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Conductor Christopher van Chris van Tuinen Saturday 14 April and Sunday 15 April Soloist: Michael Hodgkins (clarinet) Lekeu: Adagio for String Trio and String Orchestra Mozart: Clarinet Concerto Suk: Serenade for Strings Saturday 14
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Conductor Christopher van Chris van Tuinen
Saturday 14 April and Sunday 15 April
Soloist: Michael Hodgkins (clarinet)
Lekeu: Adagio for String Trio and String Orchestra
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto
Suk: Serenade for Strings
Saturday 14 April @ 2pm Redemptorist Monastery 190 Vincent St, North Perth (FREE parking at the church)
Sunday 15 April @ 3pm Fremantle Town Hall! (contrary to earlier announcements)
The Supporters
This concert is made possible by the generous support of the Fremantle Herald and Perth Voice, Landscape Australia & Totaleden, Fremantle Ports, Town of East Fremantle, Hemsley Paterson and the City of Fremantle and all enthusiastic musicians.
Tickets
Tickets are available at the door (or via TICKETEK; transaction fees apply. Adults: $40, Concession $35, under 18 years: $20.
Time
april 14 (Saturday) - 15 (Sunday)
Organizer
Hans Hughug1@iinet.net.au
february 2018
24feb8:00 PMConcert: The Scots Meet the IrishA night of Celtic Music
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What should be another great concert of Celtic music will be held at the Irish Club of WA on Saturday 24th February at 8pm. The first of these concerts was held in
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What should be another great concert of Celtic music will be held at the Irish Club of WA on Saturday 24th February at 8pm. The first of these concerts was held in 2017 when Maria Forde and Twisted Herring put on a great show to a full house.
This next concert, which again features performers from the Scottish and Irish traditions, will see the Rob Zielinski Trio (Rob Zeilinski – fiddle, Phil Waldron – bass/bouzouki, Joe Fowler – guitar), singer/guitarist Jane Jackson, and Twisted Herring (Fiona Davidson- fiddle/vocals, Margaret Schlink – fiddle/viola, Donna Gahan – guitar, Peter Grayling – cello/mandolin, Alan Malcolm – fiddle/mandolin/guitar) take to the stage.
Tickets available from – https://www.trybooking.com/TVQJ or https://www.trybooking.com/348565
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 PM
Location
The Irish Club of WA
61 Townshend Rd, Subiaco WA 6008
Organizer
Margaret Schlinkmschlink@gmail.com
04febAll Day05Fremantle Chamber OrchestraViolinists Rudolf Koelman, Rebecca Glorie, Lucas O’Brien
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Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Violins RV522 Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041 Bach: Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042 Mendelssohn: String Symphony No9 “La Suisse” Sunday 4 February @ 3pm John Curtin College of the Arts 90 East St
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Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Violins RV522
Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041
Bach: Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042
Mendelssohn: String Symphony No9 “La Suisse”
Sunday 4 February @ 3pm
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 East St Fremantle (free parking on school grounds, air-conditioned)
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Monday 5 February @ 7:30pm
Perth Modern School
90 Roberts Rd, Subiaco (free parking on school grounds, air-conditioned)
Tickets are available at the door (or via TICKETEK; transaction fees apply. http://premier.ticketek.com.au/search/SearchResults.aspx?k=fco
Adults: $40, Concession $35, under 18 years: $20.
Rudolf Koelman
Everyone who has heard internationally renowned Dutch violinist Rudolf Koelman is surprised that such an amazing musician regularly performs in WA. As a local musician put it: “It’s remarkable that someone of that calibre is prepared to come all this way to share his gifts with our musical community, and to do it every year!” Other listeners’ comments include: “sublime”, absolutely fantastic”, “divine”, “dazzling”, ”we were spellbound”,…
Indeed Mr Koelman is the only violinist ever who has recorded all Paganini Capricci (the pinnacle of virtuoso violin playing) live. He is the 2010 winner of the prestigious Edison Classic Music Award and Jascha Heifetz’s last active student. It is thanks to his love of the warm WA audiences (and weather: a welcome escape from wintery Europe) and the long friendship with FCO founder Hans Hug which have seen him perform some of the greatest violin concertos in WA since 2006 and enabled FCO to produce 2 outstanding CDs. Mr Koelman plays on the Woolhouse Stradivarius from 1720, his golden period. 1720-1725 is also the time Bach composed his violin concertos.
Vivaldi, Bach, Bach, Mendelssohn
Vivaldi’s charming Concerto for 2 Violins RV522 featuring talented FCO violinists Rebecca Glorie and Lucas O’Brien opens the performance. Bach’s Violin Concertos in A minor and E major are creations of purest Bachian splendour with the magic Adagios of immeasurable sweetness and serene expressiveness. Mendelssohn’s delightful String Symphony “La Suisse” provides a happy finale. FCO will record the Sunday concert in view of producing its 3rd CD.
Time
february 4 (Sunday) - 5 (Monday)
Organizer
Hans Hughug1@iinet.net.au
january 2018
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As part of WA Young Artists Chamber Music Program's mission to keep young people engaged with their art form, the 'WAYAJam' has been created. This session will take place on Saturday
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As part of WA Young Artists Chamber Music Program’s mission to keep young people engaged with their art form, the ‘WAYAJam’ has been created. This session will take place on
Saturday Jan 27, 1:30pm – 4:30pm at the University of Western Australia
and will involve students ‘jamming’ along with the tutors with an emphasis on meeting new people while making music and having fun!
A fun afternoon of chamber music. Come alone or bring a few mates and we’ll sort out your groups and give you sight-readable music. Whether you use it as an opportunity to road test ensembles and new repertoire to enhance your WAYACHAMP Program or simply come for fun, WAYAJAM is for everyone!
Time
(Saturday) 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
UWA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
35 Stirling Highway Crawley WA 6009
Organizer
Sophie Curtisinfo@wayachamp.com
22janAll Day24Dianella Suzuki Violin School Annual Summer School for Teachers
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Beginner (Suzuki Books 1 and 2), Junior (Suzuki Books 3 and 4), Intermediate (Suzuki Books 5 and 6) January 22, 23 and 24 Dianella, Perth, Western Australia Director: Patricia Murphy Patricia has had a
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Beginner (Suzuki Books 1 and 2), Junior (Suzuki Books 3 and 4), Intermediate (Suzuki Books 5 and 6)
January 22, 23 and 24
Dianella, Perth, Western Australia
Director: Patricia Murphy
Patricia has had a long, international teaching career with the Suzuki method. She studied with Dr Shinichi Suzuki in Matsumoto Japan, Prof. J.D. Kendall in USA and Ms Felicity Lipman at the British Suzuki Institute.
For further information and to register, email dianellasuzukiviolinschool@gmail.com
Fee: $150 per level
Time
january 22 (Monday) - 24 (Wednesday)
Organizer
Patricia Murphydianellasuzukiviolinschool@gmail.com
22janAll Day23Music Improvisation for Teens
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Come along to a 2-day summer holiday creative improvisation course for music students with Rupert Guenther. Dates: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 January Time: 10 am to 1 pm Cost: $70 or $65
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Come along to a 2-day summer holiday creative improvisation course for music students with Rupert Guenther.
Dates: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 January
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Cost: $70 or $65 for AUSTA, WAM or WAMTA members
Location: Theo’s Music
No previous improvisation experience necessary!
*Open to ALL instruments including voice, percussion, piano, strings, brass, woodwind etc
This is an opportunity for teens to learn how to improvise and compose their own music solo or in bands and ensembles. Includes classical music, rock, pop, blues and folk/world music sounds and styles.
These skills enable you to express yourself, your ideas and your passion through your own music -it’s just like painting musical pictures.
This workshop is the key to being able to join in and play with other musicians of any musical background or style without needing music stands or pieces of paper for the notes.
Small group class. Bookings essential. Visit Eventbrite or contact Tanya on 0413 265 831
Time
january 22 (Monday) - 23 (Tuesday)
Location
Theo's Music
4 Southport Street West Leederville Western Australia 6007
Organizer
Rupert Guenthertanya@unitymail.com.au
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09janAll Day16Dalcroze Summer School
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The Summer School is aimed at adult music professionals, both teachers and performers. The school offers an introduction to the approach for those new
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The Summer School is aimed at adult music professionals, both teachers and performers. The school offers an introduction to the approach for those new to Dalcroze, and separate streams for participants who have prior Dalcroze experience.
Time
january 9 (Tuesday) - 16 (Tuesday)
Location
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 Ellen Street FREMANTLE
Organizer
Katherine Smithkatherinesiggins@gmail.com
05jan7:30 PM10:00 PMMartin Hayes and Dennis Cahill
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Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill are two of the world’s leading artists in traditional Irish music. Their adventurous, soulful interpretations of traditional tunes are recognised all over the world for
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Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill are two of the world’s leading artists in traditional Irish music. Their adventurous, soulful interpretations of traditional tunes are recognised all over the world for their exquisite musicality and irresistible rhythm. For over two decades, the Irish fiddler and American guitarist have performed at major concert halls and festivals around the globe.
Supported by Kavisha Mazzella, Aria award winner, songbird and folkloric explorer; she will take you on an uplifting journey of well-crafted stories and songs ringing with echoes of Celtic, Fado and Gypsy influences that will strike a resounding chord within.
LOCATION
John Curtin College of Arts Theatre, 90 Ellen Street, Fremantle, WA 6160
TICKETS Available at Eventbrite $30.39 – $93.39
About The Festival
More information: feniansfestival.com.au
Time
(Friday) 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
John Curtin College of the Arts
90 Ellen Street FREMANTLE
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By demand this course is being given again in a shortened format. All teachers and prospective students are welcome to attend. This course was last given in 2012 and before
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By demand this course is being given again in a shortened format.
All teachers and prospective students are welcome to attend. This course was last given in 2012 and before that in 2007.
This is a chance to gain some new ideas and share your knowledge with others. Teaching is a serious craft. The responsibilities for those under your tutelage are great and not to be taken lightly. We, as teachers, all need to refresh our skills, energy, and motivation. Workshops like this provide the opportunity to do so.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:15 pm daily
Venue: Vasek Home Studio – 16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup (Off North Beach Rd)
Facilitator/Tutor – Judy Vasek Phone: 0409 102 113
Cost: $ 250.00
Payment to: Vasek School for Violin & Strings
16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup 6018
The most important stage of learning is the beginning stage. If a child has not been “set up” properly or motivated correctly, future failure is automatically built in. And yet, this early stage of teaching is rarely discussed.
If you think that anyone can start a student, I suggest you look at your results and perhaps re-think it all. I challenge anyone who tells me that it is an easy thing to do. Are the young students prepared well enough to go beyond playing “Twinkle, Little Star”? Have their techniques been developed solidly enough for their advancement? Teachers need to ask themselves why the students often do not go beyond a certain level. Why do they quit? It is us or them? This workshop will be geared to give teachers inspiration, motivation, new ideas, and techniques with which to guide their students into success. It is hoped that many teachers will come and share their knowledge with each other and gain new insights. Teaching techniques are forever changing and growing. The one constant thing in the life of a teacher, is that music study should bring great joy to all involved. I hope you will come and share with us your expertise, experiences, and join with us the adventure of teaching in those important early stages.
About Judy Vasek:
Judy Vasek, born in Chicago, holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Northwestern University and a Masters of Music Education with a String Specialty from Indiana University. She has taught students from age 3 through tertiary. She was a member of the string faculty at the University of Kentucky and Indiana University South Bend. She has taught orchestral techniques, coached chamber music ensembles, conducted youth orchestras, given teacher training seminars, taught string technique and pedagogy courses, and organised and directed string workshops in the USA and Australia.
Judy became seriously involved with the Suzuki method in 1971, and became a Certified Teacher Trainer with the Suzuki Association of the Americas in 1991. She was the official Teacher Trainer of the Suzuki Method in Western Australia from 1994-2004.
She has free-lanced with many orchestras in the USA and was Principal Bassist with the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra, Kentucky for eighteen years. Though primarily a bass performer, she has studied violin technique and teaching extensively, and she became the only person for whom the violin was a secondary instrument to have been awarded a Teaching Assistantship in Violin at Indiana University. She also studied violin teaching with the famous Dorothy DeLay of the Julliard School of Music.
When she moved to Perth in 1994, Judy established the Vasek School for Violin and Strings (VSVS), broadly based on the Suzuki philosophy with its emphasis on the nurturing of the parent-child bond. VSVS is open to children of all backgrounds, and Judy Vasek has an absolute commitment to achieving the maximum potential of each child.
Time
january 5 (Friday) - 7 (Sunday)
Location
Vasek Home Studio
16 Brushfield Way, Gwelup
Organizer
Judy Vasekjvasek123@gmail.com
october 2017
22oct6:00 PMAUSTA WA Annual General Meeting
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AUSTA WA Role Descriptions 2018 We warmly invite you to our Annual AGM, which will be held on 22 October 2018 at 6pm in Dianella. The meeting will
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Time
(Sunday) 6:00 PM
Organizer
Nicole Strohfeldtthebassschool@gmail.com
06octAll Day08Belgian Violin Master Teacher
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Register now to be part of this wonderful opportunity to observe the Spring String Workshop with visiting master violin teacher Koen Rens. Presented by Suzuki Music WA Registration closing September 25, 2017 Koen
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Register now to be part of this wonderful opportunity to observe the Spring String Workshop with visiting master violin teacher Koen Rens.
Presented by Suzuki Music WA
Registration closing September 25, 2017
Time
october 6 (Friday) - 8 (Sunday)
Location
PLC
14 McNeil St, Peppermint Grove
Organizer
Suzuki Music WAinfo@suzukimusicwa.com.au