Events Archive
February
25feb1:00 pm2:30 pmONLINE: AUSTA WA: Ensemble Success with Jade Martin – Part 2Online via Zoom
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AUSTA WA Zoom Presentation: Ensemble Success with Jade Martin – Part 2 Sunday 25 February 2024 Please note UPDATED TIMES below. 1pm WA 4pm AEDT 3pm QLD 3.30pm SA 2.30pm NT Explore key elements
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AUSTA WA Zoom Presentation: Ensemble Success with Jade Martin – Part 2
Sunday 25 February 2024
Please note UPDATED TIMES below.
1pm WA
4pm AEDT
3pm QLD
3.30pm SA
2.30pm NT
Explore key elements that contribute to the successful running of a string ensemble, with something for every ensemble director – how to motivate students, plan for effective rehearsals, encourage good aural and music reading skills and tricks to keep things moving! Jade is excited to share this jam-packed presentation with other passionate string teachers and encourage us to create an exciting year of ‘Ensemble Success’!
Bookings at:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1171558
AUSTA Member $10
Non-member $25
This webinar will be recorded and available as an Encore Presentation at a later date.
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25/02/2024 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm AWST(GMT+08:00)
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25feb2:00 pm4:30 pmACT: Pedagogy Day
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AUSTA ACT Pedagogy Day Passionate about string teaching? Join us for the AUSTA ACT String Pedagogy Day. Meet other string teachers in our region and make lifelong supportive connections and partnerships. We will begin with
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AUSTA ACT Pedagogy Day
Passionate about string teaching? Join us for the AUSTA ACT String Pedagogy Day.
Meet other string teachers in our region and make lifelong supportive connections and partnerships.
We will begin with a forum comparing the differences and particular needs of upper and lower strings: particularly useful if you conduct young players in string orchestras.
After a short break we will split up into upper and lower strings to explore ideas and approaches to skill building, and troubleshoot difficulties we all experience. Join us for an inspiring and informative afternoon!
Date: Sunday, 25 February 2024
Time: 2.00-4.30pm
Venue: Orana Steiner School,
Unwin Street Weston
Cost:
AUSTA Members: $20.00
Non Member: $30.00
Student: $10.00
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25/02/2024 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Orana Steiner School
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11feb1:00 pm4:30 pmAUSTA VIC Reading Day & AGM 2024AUSTA VIC 2024 Reading Day & AGM
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AUSTA VIC 2024 Reading Afternoon & AGM Get 2024 off to a musical start by reading through a collection of new music for string orchestra. Take part in our
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AUSTA VIC 2024 Reading Afternoon & AGM
Get 2024 off to a musical start by reading through a collection of new music for string orchestra. Take part in our Annual General Meeting, enjoy refreshments and catch up with colleagues!
BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN – CLICK HERE TO BOOK.
We prefer bookings so that we can cater appropriately and plan for the correct number of people. You can pay on the day, but please book if you can.
Sunday 11 February 2024: 1 – 4:30pm
Lauriston Girls’ School, Irving Hall
38 Huntingtower Rd,
ARMADALE VIC 3122
Cost: Members – $20, Non members – $45, Concession – $25
How to get there:
We will be playing in Irving Hall, which is best accessed from Huntingtower Rd.
Look for the Orange AUSTA signs
If driving, we have access to the Huntingtower Road above-ground car park.
The closest public transport is Armadale Station and trams along Malvern Rd. High Street & Glenferrie Rd.
Chairs & stands provided but please bring a Keep Cup!
PD certificates can be collected on the day upon registration.
The AUSTA VIC AGM will take place at 2.30pm just before afternoon tea. Wine and cheese will be served at the conclusion of the day.
Bring along any excess music you have and give it away on the day. Find that piano part you are missing, or track down that piece that you remember so well! Share with your colleagues and find that hidden gem!
We look forward to seeing you on the day!
Enquiries: Andrew Schellhorn 0449 766 632
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11/02/2024 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Lauriston Girls' School
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04feb9:00 am1:00 amAUSTA Q Reading Day & AGM 2024
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AUSTA Q Annual Reading Day & AGM When: Sunday, 4th Feburary 9am-1pm AEST Where: BBC College Hall Registration: Trybooking click here Registration is essential and must close
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AUSTA Q Annual Reading Day & AGM
When: Sunday, 4th Feburary 9am-1pm AEST
Where: BBC College Hall
Registration: Trybooking click here
Registration is essential and must close Wednesday 31st January 2024.
AUSTA Q’s hugely popular Reading Day is on again in 2024 ready to take you into the new year. We look forward to welcoming as many pedagogues as possible to this event. While the reading day will have a local focus, a few of the best shortlisted pieces from the International reading day from 2023 will be included. The short AGM will follow the reading day at 12pm. Then we invite you all to catch up with colleagues and friends over lunch kindly supplied by Music Fest.
Sunday, 4 February 2024 – 8:30am for 9am Start. Feel free to join us for tea and coffee before we start playing. Bring your instruments!
Venue:
Brisbane Boys’ College
College Hall.
Kensington Terrace
Toowong, QLD 4066
Contact Details:
austaeventsqld@gmail.com
Registrations Essential and Close: Wednesday 31st January.
Cost
Members: Free
Non-Members: $40.00
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Time
04/02/2024 9:00 am - 1:00 am(GMT+10:00)
Location
Brisbane Boys' College
Organizer
March
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AUSTA MEMBER SPECIAL OFFER! Check your email for the free zoom link for members only. Free 45 minute Introductory Zoom Seminar –
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AUSTA MEMBER SPECIAL OFFER!
Check your email for the free zoom link for members only.
Free 45 minute Introductory Zoom Seminar – Sun 24th March
A new concept in string teaching, Enchanted Quest is an adventure game for teachers of violin and viola to share with their primary school students of any level of ability via the web based game.
Enchanted Quest offers each student a unique pathway to skill development with a focus on
- Posture
- Coordination
- Left hand technique
- Competent use of the bow
- Physical and mental stamina
- Flexible thinking
- Self-reflection
- Expression
So, if you have students who need help to play scales, practise mindfully, know what ‘success’ looks like or just dig a little deeper, then why not take them on a magical journey through an enchanted forest in search of the BOOK OF SPELLS?
For more information please contact Enchanted Quest directly: info@enchantedquest.net
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24/03/2024 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm(GMT+10:30)
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A new concept in string teaching, Enchanted Quest is an adventure game for teachers of violin and viola to share with their primary school students of any level of ability.
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2 VIOLINS & 8 STRINGS – CLASSICAL MUSIC GEMS | Adelaide Fringe Ayers House North Terrace Adelaide 6 – 7pm concert All ages
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2 VIOLINS & 8 STRINGS – CLASSICAL MUSIC GEMS | Adelaide Fringe
Ayers House North Terrace Adelaide
6 – 7pm concert
All ages welcome
Time
16/03/2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+10:30)
April
13apr(apr 13)12:00 am14(apr 14)12:00 amAUSTA Q Mini-Conference 2024Keynote Speaker: Ed Le Brocq
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Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 April – AUSTA Q Mini-Conference Registration is open! AUSTA Q’s Mini-Conference has discounted registration during the early bird period. Register before 20th March and save.
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Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 April – AUSTA Q Mini-Conference
AUSTA Q’s Mini-Conference has discounted registration during the early bird period. Register before 20th March and save. All registrations must close 10th April.
https://www.trybooking.com/CPFVL
AUSTA Q is very excited to be presenting Ed Le Brocq as the keynote speaker at the AUSTA Q Mini-Conference 2024.
Ed Le Brocq is a musical adventurer, teacher, writer, broadcaster and transgender man. He was born on the White Cliffs of Dover and began playing music when he was six years old. He studied viola in Manchester, Berlin and London, and played professionally in the UK and Hong Kong. After a decade of performances throughout Asia, including for the Hong Kong Handover in 1997, Ed decided on a new path, literally, and travelled by bicycle from England to Hong Kong, with only a violin for company. The journey took him a year and went through Europe, Iran, Pakistan, India and China. The trip was eventually chronicled in Cadence, Ed’s first book and a national bestseller.
After immigrating to Australia in 2003, and after a character-building year scrubbing dishes in St Kilda, Ed eventually began broadcasting with ABC Classic FM. He spent many years hosting the cult hit breakfast programme and doing things like cycling to the source of the Ganges in his spare time.
After more than a decade in the ABC studios, Ed decided he needed to get out and about again and applied for a job teaching cello to street children and orphans at the Afghanistan National Institute of Music in Kabul. Eddie’s second book Danger Music is about this turbulent, life-changing year, where he survived the threat of bombs, kidnappings, beginner string players and hormone-charged teenagers. It was during this year that Ed finally accepted the man within and began his transition from female to male. Emma became Ed just before his fiftieth birthday. Better late than never.
Ed’s fifth book Sound Bites – Following the Bendy Path of Classical Music from Ancient Times to Today was released in August 2023.
Schedule is available on the event page as well as here:
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13/04/2024 12:00 am - 14/04/2024 12:00 am(GMT+10:00)
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May
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AUSTA Victoria are pleased to be running the 2024 String Conductors’ Workshop featuring guest clinician Warwick Stengårds. Friday 10 & Saturday 11
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AUSTA Victoria are pleased to be running the 2024 String Conductors’ Workshop featuring guest clinician Warwick Stengårds.
Friday 10 & Saturday 11 May
Venue: Eldon Hogan Performing Arts Centre (EHAPC) – Xavier College
135 Barkers Road, Kew Vic 3101
Warwick Stengårds is an Australian/Swedish freelance conductor based in Vienna. In Europe and Australia, Stengårds has studied with such notable conductors as Peter Eötvös, Vittorio Parisi, Ronald Zollman, Robert Rosen and Vladimir Verbitsky.
In addition to an extensive symphonic canon, Stengårds has a music-theatre repertoire of over 100 works performing with companies such as Vienna State Opera, Volksoper Wien, Folkoperan Stockholm, Opera Australia, Victoria State Opera, Chamber Made Opera and West Australian Opera where, in 1991, he was appointed Music Director.
Two levels of attendance will be offered:
CONDUCTOR – Must attend both days of the workshop. Non-String players welcome*
Conductor participants will have 15-20 minutes on the podium on each day of the workshop, and string players will play in the ensemble for the remainder of the time as appropriate.
Conductors will receive a video of their podium time on each day.
- AUSTA Member CONDUCTOR: $150 – limited places
- Non-Member CONDUCTOR: $250 – limited places
- Concession CONDUCTOR: $120 – limited places
OBSERVER – Observer participants will play in the ensemble as appropriate. Can attend one or both days of the workshop.
Non-string players welcome*
- AUSTA Member OBSERVER 1 Day $50
- AUSTA Member OBSERVER 2 Days $90
- Non-Member OBSERVER 1 Day $85
- Non-Member OBSERVER 2 Days $160
- Concession OBSERVER 1 Day $40
- Concession OBSERVER 2 Days $75
*Where places are limited, preference will be given to applicants who can play a string instrument in the ensemble*
Timetable
9:30-10:30 Friday seminar – ‘Finding your ‘Desktop’ and Ictus’ / Saturday seminar – ‘Show the Bar-line’
10:30-11:00 Play through the day’s repertoire
11:00-11:30 Morning tea
11:30-1:00 Participants conduct
1:00-2:00 Lunch (BYO or local shops)
2:00-3:30 Participants conduct
3:30-3:45 Summary
TICKETS AVAILABLE THROUGH TRYBOOKING
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Time
10/05/2024 9:30 am - 11/05/2024 3:45 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Eldon Hogan Performing Arts Centre: Xavier College
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08may5:30 pm6:00 pmESTA 52nd International Conference sharingONLINE Free Event!
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A special free presentation for AUSTA members on the recent ESTA 52nd International Conference which took place last month in Porto, Portugal from several AUSTA members who attended the conference.
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A special free presentation for AUSTA members on the recent ESTA 52nd International Conference which took place last month in Porto, Portugal from several AUSTA members who attended the conference.
DATE: Wednesday 8th May
TIME:
- 5:30pm AEST,
- 5:00pm SA & NT,
- 3:30 WA
The annual ESTA International Conferences collect presenters and attendees from all over Europe, the UK, USA and Australasia each year, with a stellar line-up of presenters in string playing, pedagogy and discussions on the future of classical music and string music education.
This inspirational session with conference Conference attendees and presenters from Australia including Rupert Guenther, Andrew Schellhorn, Marcell Trussell-Cullen, Lubino Fernandes & Janet Fernandes is an opportunity to hear about the masterclasses, pedagogy sessions, workshops and papers on everything strings from teaching young children through to new 21st century works for strings, specialist aspects of interpretation of repertoire, professional development and wellbeing.
Join us for this free informative session on our Zoom conference this Wednesday.
Registration is free via Trybooking here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1222595
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08/05/2024 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
June
16jun2:00 pm4:30 pmBeginner String Ensemble for AdultsBeginner Ensemble for Adults
Time
16/06/2024 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT+10:30)
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Adult String Ensemble Workshop
16jun9:00 am2:00 pmAUSTA VIC - 2024 String Performers Festival
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AUSTA Victoria presents 2024 String Performers Festival We are very excited to be presenting our tenth String Performers Festival, a welcoming, non-competitive
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AUSTA Victoria presents
2024 String Performers Festival
We are very excited to be presenting our tenth String Performers Festival, a welcoming, non-competitive performance opportunity for students. String students of all levels are welcome and all performers will receive written feedback and a medallion. Family and friends will make up the audience for each session.
Sunday, 16 th June 2024
9am – 2pm
There will be five sessions on the day to choose from. A Festival Accompanist will be available for Preliminary – Grade 4 pieces on the day.
- Session One: 9.00 – 10.00am Festival Accompanist Available
- Session Two: 10.00 – 11.00am Festival Accompanist Available
- Session Three: 11.00– 12.00pm Festival Accompanist Available
- Session Four: 12.00 – 1.00pm Festival Accompanist Available
- Session Five: 1.00 – 2.00pm Festival Accompanist Available
Cost: $32.50 per performer / $17.50 per additional family performer.
Senior players are always welcome to perform at the Festival, however the day tends towards beginner and middle level players.
All performers are welcome to bring lots of family and friends to support them on the day. Performance numbers are limited, so book quickly!
VENUE:
Auburn South Primary School
419 Tooronga Road
HAWTHORN EAST VIC 3123
Enquiries: jamesderozario@hotmail.com
Bookings open 1st May 2024
https://www.trybooking.com/CRKTX
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Time
16/06/2024 9:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Auburn South Primary School
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Book by Sunday 28 April to get $10 off! AUSTA Members get an extra 20% discount. Book through https://www.trybooking.com/CQSLF Bookings close 24 May. NEW Venue: WA Academy of Performing
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Book by Sunday 28 April to get $10 off!
AUSTA Members get an extra 20% discount.
Book through https://www.trybooking.com/CQSLF
Bookings close 24 May.
NEW Venue: WA Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Festival Adjudicators:
- Semra Lee
- Zac Rowntree
- Lucas O’Brien
- John Keene
Most sessions will showcase a variety of levels, ages, and instruments, but we have several special sessions available this year as well:
- Regular sessions (A): share your solos, duets, trios, or quartets in a non-competitive, welcome enviroment
- Adult Friendly sessions (B): for anyone 16 or older needing a bit of extra support
New for 2024:
- Alternative Styles (C): Are you an improviser, a looper, or wanting to use electric instruments and/or effects? This is your session!
- Concerto Soloists (D): session for advanced students wishing to play full concerto movements up to 15 minutes
- Advanced Chamber Ensembles (E): session for ensembles playing longer movements from the repertoire
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16/06/2024 - 17/06/2024 (All Day)(GMT+08:00)
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Book now 2024 Repertoire Reading Day Tickets, Seymour College, Glen Osmond | TryBooking Australia TRYBOOKING.COM/CRPAF We are thrilled to invite you to the
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2024 Repertoire Reading Day Tickets, Seymour College, Glen Osmond | TryBooking Australia
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We are thrilled to invite you to the 2024 String Ensemble Repertoire Reading Day at Seymour College, Glen Osmond, Adelaide.
This exciting event will be held on Sunday 2nd June and will feature the renowned string specialist, conductor and educator, Martin Butler.
In-depth repertoire reading session
Expert insights and ensemble techniques from Martin Butler
Networking with fellow string educators
Refreshments and a welcoming atmosphere
Don’t miss out on this enriching experience.
A must attend event for any Student/Beginning Teachers – a fabulous opportunity to connect with future employers and ask any questions you may have.
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02/06/2024 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm In person event - bring your instrument(GMT+10:30)
Location
Seymour College
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SA’s 2024 String Ensemble Repertoire Reading Day with renowned string specialist, conductor and educator, Martin Butler. In-depth repertoire reading session, insights, ensemble techniques, networking with fellow string educators and refreshments afterwards
02jun12:00 am12:00 amACT: String Festival
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AUSTA ACT – String Festival Date: Sunday, 2 June 2024 Time: Afternoon & Evening Venue: Wesley Music Centre, 20-22 National Circuit Forrest More info soon!
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AUSTA ACT – String Festival
Date: Sunday, 2 June 2024
Time: Afternoon & Evening
Venue: Wesley Music Centre,
20-22 National Circuit Forrest
More info soon!
Time
02/06/2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am Times TBC(GMT+00:00)
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July
31jul6:00 pm8:00 pmWA: Barry Green Double Bass MasterclassAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Double Bass Masterclass Wednesday 31st July 2024, 6:00 – 8:00pm Location
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International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Double Bass Masterclass
Wednesday 31st July 2024, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Location
Eileen Joyce Studio
The University of Western Australia
35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Barry Green brings his bass masterclass to UWA in this special event on all aspects of bass performance and education to offer the greatest support, approaches and insights into our playing, practice and attitudes. It is open to bass players of all walks – classical, jazz, folk, bluegrass, pop, world music and beyond – and presents a friendly and extremely positive environment for exploring and learning in. Barry’s is known as a master teacher, orchestra principal bassist of the Cincinnati Symphony, California Symphony, Sun Valley Summer Symphony and Internationally known soloist, guest clinician, author of 3 technique books for bass and former Executive Director of the International Society of Bassists.
If you would like to play in the Masterclass please email Louise Sandercock at louise.sandercock@gmail.com.
It is free to attend as a performer in the class.
Masterclass Ticket Prices
- Audience: AUSTA Members $10
- Audience: General Admission $20
- Audience: Concession $15
- Audience: Students $5
- Audience: UWA & WAAPA Music Students with ID – Free (must still register)
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31/07/2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
Eileen Joyce Studio, UWA
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30jul5:00 pm9:00 pmWA: Barry Green Seminar & WorkshopAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Seminar and Workshop Tuesday 30 July 2024 Callaway Research Seminar: The Inner Game of Music
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Seminar and Workshop
Tuesday 30 July 2024
Callaway Research Seminar: The Inner Game of Music
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Tunley Lecture Theatre
Workshop: The Mastery of Music
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Callaway Auditorium
Location
The University of Western Australia
35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Schedule
Callaway Research Seminar The Inner Game of Music | |
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This is a free public presentation by UWA, Bookings are required using the button below. | |
5 – 6pm | Tunley Lecture Theatre, UWA |
Barry Green is the special guest for the Callaway Research Seminar in July at UWA. This lecture demonstration will be explaining his development and approaches which culminated in The Inner Game of Music, Barry’s best-seller book read by hundreds of thousands of musicians worldwide. The Inner Game is about overcoming mental obstacles to performance, practicing and teaching through the master techniques of Awareness, Commitment and Trust. This session includes ways to work with the distracting inner voice plus Inner Game concentration techniques. It includes his approaches to coaching to transform a performers concentration from a place of doubt to a place of relaxed concentration. and is for all musicians of all walks and styles of playing. This is a unique opportunity to see a master at work with the real engagement which lifts our music out of the ordinary into the extraordinary. |
Workshop: The Mastery of Music | |
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Registration details below | |
7 – 9pm | Callaway Auditorium, UWA |
This fabulous turning-point clinic is for all musicians, from all walks and styles of music, at all levels from upper high school and beyond to the highest professional realm. Barry Green presents The Mastery of Music, which explores the artistic pathways leading to extraordinary musicianship. Barry will be drawing from examples from over 120 interviews with music masters on 10 pathways of their unique human spirit including courage, confidence, passion, creativity, tolerance, humility, communication, humor and beyond. “When you are honored, hired or eulogized, it is for the unique ‘spirit’ you bring to your life’s work”, says Barry. This clinic includes a round table discussion with local Australian guest artists, faculty and musicians concentrating on these pathways like discipline and creativity. Barry will share, discuss and also show interview videos from some of his celebrity artists including Dave Brubeck, Joshua Bell, Bobby McFerrin, Frederico VonStade, Eddie Daniels and soul singer Nnenna Freelon share their insights to Creativity, Passion, Courage, Confidence, Tolerance, Discipline Humility, and Communication and Inspiration. This inspirational message highlights simple but unexpected pathways to mastering qualities of the human spirit that give you your unique voice. Don’t miss this fascinating and deeply engaging clinic with one of the world’s foremost musicians and educators. The session includes resident faculty members from different disciplines of strings, winds, voice, percussion, dance, or theatre professions. |
Workshop Ticket Prices
Callaway Research Seminar: The Inner Game of Music
- Free public presentation in the Tunley Lecture Theatre.
- Bookings required using link below
Workshop: The Mastery of Music
- AUSTA Members $35
- General Admission $45
- Concession $35
- Student $10
- UWA & WAAPA Music Students with ID are free
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Time
30/07/2024 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
Callaway Auditorium UWA
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29jul7:00 pm9:00 pmWA: Barry Green in ConcertAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green in Concert The Four Elements & The Harper Set Monday 29th July 2024,
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International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green in Concert The Four Elements & The Harper Set
Monday 29th July 2024, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Location
Callaway Auditorium
The University of Western Australia
35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Concert Ticket Prices
- AUSTA Members $35
- General Admission $45
- Concession $35
- Students $10
- UWA & WAAPA Music Students with ID – Free
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Time
29/07/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
Callaway Auditorium UWA
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28jul12:00 am12:00 amAUSTA Q String Festival 2024
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SUNDAY 28 JULY – AUSTA Q String Festival For full Festival details and to register see the event page here: https://www.trybooking.com/CROYP
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SUNDAY 28 JULY – AUSTA Q String Festival
For full Festival details and to register see the event page here:
Time
28/07/2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am(GMT+10:00)
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27jul1:00 pmSA: Barry Green Music Mastery WorkshopAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Music Mastery Workshop Saturday 27th July 2024 Doors open from 1pm
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Music Mastery Workshop
Saturday 27th July 2024
Doors open from 1pm
Event Time 1:30 – 5pm
Location
Eric Freak Memorial Chapel
Prince Alfred College
The Parade West entrance, Kent Town
Bookings now open
Schedule
Time | Workshop |
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1:30 – 3pm | Bringing Music to Life |
Bringing Music to Life is an innovative imaginative methodology to bring spirit, life and interest to music. This workshop teaches three master skills: Breath, Pulse and Movement which allow the performer to channel inspiration and life through the body. This workshop includes live musical coaching demonstrations, clips illuminating how famous jazz, hip-hop, Latin, classical and chamber music artists including Joshua Bell, Tito Puente, Oscar Petersen, Kronos String Quartet and maestro Leonard Bernstein use these master movements and breath techniques. Be prepared to model, imitate, conduct, jam, scat, move and groove as you recreate the music and bring it to life. Please bring your instruments if possible. | |
3 – 3:30pm | Break |
3:30 – 5pm | Musical Performance & The Mastery of Music |
This inspirational workshop includes live PowerPoint interviews from several of the 120 great artists each famous for expressing a special gift of their unique artistry. When you are honoured, hired or eulogized, it is for the unique ‘spirit’ you bring to your life’s work. Watch and hear Dave Brubeck, Joshua Bell, Bobby McFerrin, Frederico VonStade, Eddie Daniels and soul singer Nnenna Freelon share their insights to creativity, passion, courage, confidence, tolerance, discipline, humility, and communication and inspiration. This inspirational message will highlight simple but unexpected pathways to mastering qualities of the human spirit that give you your unique voice. A must for teachers of high school students. |
Book now, places limited
Registration
Discounted registration for AUSTA individual and school membership holders.
Please email to receive discount code before completing registration: sapresident@austa.asn.au
- AUSTA Individual Member $40 (code required)
- Non-member Individual $60
- Non-member Concession/Student $50
- AUSTA School Membership Group Booking (for Music/Instrumental Teachers and Year 12’s) $150 (code required)
- Other School Group Booking (for Music/Instrumental Teacher and Year 12’s) $300
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Time
27/07/2024 1:00 pm(GMT+10:30)
Location
Prince Alfred College
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27jul12:00 am12:00 amAUSTA Q Concerto Championship 2024
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SATURDAY 27 JULY – AUSTA Q Concerto Championship Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/CROYP
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SATURDAY 27 JULY – AUSTA Q Concerto Championship
Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/CROYP
Time
27/07/2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am(GMT+10:00)
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 The Inner Game Seminar & Music for Tasmania Performance Wednesday 24th July 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
The Inner Game Seminar & Music for Tasmania Performance
Wednesday 24th July 2024
6.30pm – 8.00pm
This lecture demonstration will explain Barry Green’s development and approaches culminating in The Inner Game of Music, Barry’s best-seller book read by hundreds of thousands of musicians worldwide. The Inner Game is about overcoming mental obstacles to performance, practising and teaching through the master techniques of Awareness, Commitment and Trust.
This session includes ways to work with the distracting inner voice plus Inner Game concentration techniques. It includes his coaching approaches to transform a performer’s concentration from a place of doubt to a place of relaxed concentration for musicians of all walks and styles of playing. This seminar is a unique opportunity to see a master at work with the real engagement that lifts our music from the ordinary into the extraordinary.
The Seminar will conclude with a special performance of original music by Barry Green for his AUSTA tour to Tasmania.
Full details coming soon!
Location
The Terence Butler Auditorium
Hutchins School
Nelson Road, Sandy Bay TAS
Registration
- AUSTA Member: $25
- Non-Member: $35
- Student:10
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Time
24/07/2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
The Hutchins School - Terence Butler Auditorium
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20jul2:00 pmACT: Barry Green The Inner Game of Music WorkshopAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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Registration Now Open! AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 AUSTA ACT The Inner Game of Music Workshop with Barry Green Saturday
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Registration Now Open!
AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
AUSTA ACT The Inner Game of Music Workshop with Barry Green
Saturday 20 July 2024
2.00pm
The Inner Game lecture-demonstration is about overcoming the mental obstacles to performance, practicing and teaching through the master techniques of Awareness, Commitment and Trust. This session will include Green’s humorous signature demonstration of his distracting inner voice. His session presents Inner Game concentration techniques with the audience as well as Inner Game DVD excerpts with ensembles. Green’s workshops engage the audience in lively group exercises in addition to spontaneous coaching of individuals that instantly transform a performers concentration from a place of doubt to a place of relaxed concentration. Please bring your instruments.
Location
Larry Sitsky Recital Room
ANU School of Music
Registration
- AUSTA Members $30
- General Admission $45
- Student $20
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Time
20/07/2024 2:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Larry Sitsky Recital Room, School of Music ANU
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13jul9:00 amAUSTA Q: Barry Green WorkshopsAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Event Details
AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Workshops Saturday 13th July 2024, 9:00am Registration closes Wednesday 10th July. Location Brisbane Grammar School Music
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Workshops
Saturday 13th July 2024, 9:00am
Registration closes Wednesday 10th July.
Location
Brisbane Grammar School Music Auditorium
24 Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill 4000 (parking available onsite)
Schedule
Time | Workshop |
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Time 9.00 – 11.00am | Workshop The Inner Game of Music |
Time9.00 – 11.00am | Workshop The Inner Game lecture-demonstration is about overcoming the mental obstacles to performance, practicing and teaching through the master techniques of Awareness, Commitment and Trust. This session will include Green’s humorous signature demonstration of his distracting inner voice. His session presents Inner Game concentration techniques with the audience as well as Inner Game DVD excerpts with ensembles. Green’s workshops engage the audience in lively group exercises in addition to spontaneous coaching of individuals that instantly transform a performers concentration from a place of doubt to a place of relaxed concentration. Please bring your instruments. |
Time 11.00 – 11.30am | Workshop Break |
Time 11.30 – 12.30pm | Workshop Bringing Music to Life |
Time 11.30 – 12.30pm | Workshop Bringing Music to Life is an innovative imaginative methodology to bring spirit and life to music. This workshop parallels the Inner Game of music in that it teaches three master skills: Breath, Pulse and Movement that allow the performer to channel inspiration and life in music, through the body of the performer. This workshop includes live musical coaching demonstrations with groups and individuals. YouTube clips illuminate how famous jazz, hip-hop, Latin, classical and chamber music artists including Joshua Bell, Tito Puente, Oscar Petersen, Kronos String Quartet and maestro Leonard Bernstein use these master movement and breath techniques. Be prepared to model, imitate, conduct, jam, scat, move and groove as you recreate the music and bring it to life. Please bring your instruments. |
Time 12.30 – 1.15pm | Workshop Lunch |
Time 1.15 – 2.15pm | Workshop The Mastery of Music |
Time1.15 – 2.15pm | Workshop This inspirational workshop includes live PowerPoint interviews from several of the 120 great artists each famous for expressing a special gift of their unique artistry. When you are honoured, hired or eulogized, it is for the unique ‘spirit’ you bring to your life’s work. Watch and hear Dave Brubeck, Joshua Bell, Bobby McFerrin, Frederico VonStade, Eddie Daniels and soul singer Nnenna Freelon share their insights to Creativity, Passion, Courage, Confidence, Tolerance, Discipline Humility, and Communication and Inspiration. This inspirational message highlights simple but unexpected pathways to mastering qualities of the human spirit that give you your unique voice. |
Important information for attendees:
Parking
Parking will be available on Campus.
Meals
Please BYO morning Tea and Lunch
Workshop Ticket Prices
AUSTA Q Members – $50
Non-Members – $90
If you have any questions or queries please email AUSTA Q Secretary Alex Chin at austaeventsqld@gmail.com
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Time
13/07/2024 9:00 am(GMT+10:00)
Location
Brisbane Grammar School
Organizer
12jul6:00 pmAUSTA Q: Barry Green Concert The Four ElementsAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Concert The Four Elements Friday 12th July 2024, 6:00pm Registration closes Wednesday
Event Details
International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Concert The Four Elements
Friday 12th July 2024, 6:00pm
Registration closes Wednesday 10th July.
Location
Brisbane Grammar School Music Auditorium
24 Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill 4000 (parking available onsite)
Concert Ticket Prices
Adult General Admission $15
Student/Child General Admission $7.50
If you have any questions or queries please email AUSTA Q Secretary Alex Chin at austaeventsqld@gmail.com
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Time
12/07/2024 6:00 pm(GMT+10:00)
Location
Brisbane Grammar School
Organizer
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Performance Development Workshop: Barry Green Tuesday 9th July 2024 11.00am – 3.00pm
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Performance Development Workshop: Barry Green
Tuesday 9th July 2024
11.00am – 3.00pm
Participation by invitation.
Interested performers and teachers please contact AUSTA NSW President Goetz Richter directly by email nsw@austa.asn.au
Location
Sydney Con
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Time
09/07/2024 11:00 am(GMT+11:00)
Location
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 The Inner Game of Music: An evening with Barry Green Monday 8th July 2024
Event Details
AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
The Inner Game of Music: An evening with Barry Green
Monday 8th July 2024
5.30pm – 7.30pm
Join Barry Green as he discusses his pathbreaking approach to music, creativity and teaching – an informal presentation of his approach and ideas followed by Q & A
Barry Green is the author of bestselling books that explore the philosophy of music, the mind, and spirit, including The Inner Game of Music (Doubleday, 1986), The Mastery of Music: Ten Pathways to True Artistry (Broadway/Doubleday, 2003), and Bringing Music to Life (GIA, 2009). He has also written three bass method books, produced numerous solo recordings, and created unique multimedia concert programs.
Location
Sydney String Centre
314 High St. Chatswood, NSW
Registration
- AUSTA Member: $10
- General Admission – non-member: $20
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Time
08/07/2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Sydney String Centre
Organizer
07jul10:00 am4:00 pmNSW: Double Bass Day 24AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 AUSTA NSW Double Bass Day 2024 Sunday 7th July 2024 10.00am –
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
AUSTA NSW Double Bass Day 2024
Sunday 7th July 2024
10.00am – 4.00pm
A day of inspiration, workshops and masterclasses for double bass players of all levels and ages.
We welcome the legendary Barry Green to Sydney, internationally renowned soloist, recitalist, teacher and performance coach. Well known as the author of the revolutionary book “The Inner Game of Music” Barry Green is touring Australia for AUSTA and will be in Sydney from July 6 to 10.
For this Double Bass day Barry Green (USA), Kees Boersma (AUS) and Alex Henery (AUS) lead the learning with Technique workshops, Masterclasses and a Bass ensemble.
Matthew Tucker from Bresque Basses will also be onsite for minor instrument adjustments, maintenance advice and more.
Location
Santa Sabina College
90 The Boulevard, Strathfield NSW
Registration
- Bass Day Participant: $90
- Bass Day Observer only: $70
- Bass Day – AUSTA Members ticket: $50
- Bass Day – Santa Sabina students and Staff: Free

Double Bass Day in Sydney September 17 2023
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Time
07/07/2024 10:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Santa Sabina College
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06jul4:00 pm5:30 pmNSW: Barry Green: The Four ElementsAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green Concert: The Four Elements Saturday 6th July 2024 4.00pm –
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green Concert: The Four Elements
Saturday 6th July 2024
4.00pm – 5.30pm
The Four Elements is a unique and powerful program for bass, piano, and narrator created by world renowned double bass virtuoso Barry Green. The stunning visuals, music and script remind the audiences of both the joys the four elements fire, air, water and earth, bring to our lives while at the same time humbly alert us to their fragility and destructive power.
Barry Green will be joined for this performance by Australian Double Bass player Elsen Price and Pianist Alison Cameron.

Elsen Price
Location
Mosman Art Gallery
1 Art Gallery Way, Mosman NSW
Registration
- AUSTA Member: $20
- General Admission: $30
- Children (under 12): $20
Watch The Four Elements Trailer
Elsen Price

Elsen Price
Elsen Price is an Australian double bassist who performs as a soloist and chamber musician, plus performs classical, jazz, pop, folk and experimental music.
Elsen has built a career as an independent performer, producer, composer, ensemble director, recording artist and collaborator.
As a soloist and chamber musician, Elsen has toured Australia, New Zealand, Japan, India, Taiwan, Czech Republic and the UK, with highlights including BassEurope, Wells Cathedral UK, Palmerston Place Edinburgh, St Xaviers College Mumbai, Yilan International Art Festival, Auckland University, and in Australia: Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Recital Centre, MONA, Her Majesty’s Theatre Adelaide and many others.
Elsen has premiered numerous works for solo and ensemble by Australian and International composers including Caitlin Yeo, David Heyes, Teppo Hauto-Aho, P Kellach Waddle, Keyna Wilkins, Elena Kats-Chernin and many others. As a composer/performer, Elsen won the ‘Best Soundtrack’ Award at the 2016 International Independent Film Awards, released critically-acclaimed solo album ‘Descent of the Free’ (ABC/Universal) 2019, plus many albums as a soloist and ensemble director.
In jazz, Elsen has performed/recorded alongside various artists including Andrea Keller, Dave Panichi (Buddy Rich Band), Matt Mcmahon, Paul Cutlan and many others.
In pop music, Elsen has performed/toured with International artists including Grammy award winner Josh Groban, Lee Ranaldo (Sonic Youth), Mike Patton (Faith No More), plus Australian artists including Pinky Beecroft and many others.
In folk/world music, Elsen has performed/toured with International artists Chris Stout and Catriona Mckay (UK), Sharam Nazeri (Iran), Alireza Ghourbani (Iran), Adnan Karim (Iraq) and many others.
As a recording artist, Elsen has numerous ongoing recording credits for International and Australian film, tv, video games, anime and soundtrack production.
As an educator, Elsen has directed workshops at Wells Cathedral, Scottish Bass Trust, BassEurope, regional Taiwan, Auckland University, and throughout Australia. Elsen has a number of local Sydney students, online international students, plus a part-time contracted conductor.
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Time
06/07/2024 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Mosman Art Gallery
Organizer
August
10aug3:00 pm5:00 pmACT: Reading Day
Event Details
AUSTA ACT – Reading Day Date: Saturday, 10 August 2024 Time: 3.00-5.00pm Venue: 54 National Circuit Forrest More details soon!
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AUSTA ACT – Reading Day
Date: Saturday, 10 August 2024
Time: 3.00-5.00pm
Venue: 54 National Circuit Forrest
More details soon!
Time
10/08/2024 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm AEST(GMT+10:00)
05aug1:30 pm5:30 pmVIC: Double Bass Workshop with Barry GreenAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Double Bass Workshop with Barry Green Join Barry Green in an afternoon of working
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Double Bass Workshop with Barry Green
Join Barry Green in an afternoon of working with his pathbreaking approach to music, creativity and teaching. The afternoon will included a massed Double Bass Orchestra, followed by an Advanced Masterclass/Workshop. There will also be opportunity for a Q & A with Barry. Please bring your instruments!
Read about Barry Green HERE
Monday 5th August 2024
Time | Session |
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1:45 – 3:30pm | Massed Double Bass Orchestra (arrive at 1:30) |
3:30 – 3:50pm | Afternoon tea (provided) |
4:00 – 5:30pm | Advanced Masterclass / Workshop for Bass Players (arrive at 3:50) |
Location
Xavier College Senior School – Eldon Hogan Performing Arts Centre
135 Barkers Rd, Kew
Cost
- Massed Double Bass Orchestra only: $35
- Advanced Masterclass / Workshop only: $35
- BOTH Massed Orchestra and Masterclass: $50
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Time
05/08/2024 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Eldon Hogan Performing Arts Centre: Xavier College
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04aug1:00 pm4:00 pmVic: An afternoon with Barry GreenAUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
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Registration Now Open! AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 AUSTA Vic: An Afternoon with Barry Green Sunday 4th August 2024
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Registration Now Open!
AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
AUSTA Vic: An Afternoon with Barry Green
Sunday 4th August 2024
1.00pm – 4.00pm
Join Barry Green in an open session working with his pathbreaking approach to music, creativity and teaching in an informal presentation of his ideas.
The afternoon will also showcase Barry performing solo and teaching in a masterclass setting including a meet and greet Q & A with Barry.
Please bring your instruments if possible.
Don’t miss this fascinating and deeply engaging afternoon with one of the world’s foremost musicians and educators!
Refreshments will be provided!
Location
Ian Roach Hall, Scotch College
1 Morrison St
Hawthorn
Registration
- AUSTA Members: $25
- Non-members: $50
- Student: $15
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Time
04/08/2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Scotch College
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03aug3:00 pm5:30 pmVIC: Barry Green - Up Close and Personal Soirée: Atelier Puglisi
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Atelier Puglisi: Barry Green – Up Close and Personal Soirée Saturday 3 August 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Atelier Puglisi: Barry Green – Up Close and Personal Soirée
Saturday 3 August 2024
3.00pm – 5.30pm
Atelier Puglisi and AUSTA Vic are happy to host the legendary Barry Green, principal and solo bassist, teacher and author in the Instrument workshop environment.
Free entry, however RSVP essential with strictly limited places.
Refreshments provided in this casual opportunity to hear, see, and meet this passionate legend on his last leg of his Australian Tour.
Message or call Benedict Puglisi directly for information or to RSVP.
Please note, numbers are strictly limited.
For other opportunities to see Barry Green, please visit the website here.
Location
Atelier Puglisi
40 Church Street
Hawthorn
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Time
03/08/2024 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT+11:00)
03aug1:00 pm2:00 pmVIC: Barry Green, MYO & AUSTA Vic Q&AInternational Touring Artist 2024
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024 Barry Green: Melbourne Youth Orchestra and AUSTA Vic Q&A – Free for AUSTA Members to
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AUSTA International Touring Artist 2024
Barry Green: Melbourne Youth Orchestra and AUSTA Vic Q&A – Free for AUSTA Members to attend!
Saturday 3rd August 2024
1.00pm – 2.00pm
Join members of the Melbourne Youth Orchestra Organisation and AUSTA for a Question & Answer session.
AUSTA Members are invited to be part of the event.
(Instruments are not needed for this event).
Free event, bookings required
Location
Iwaki Auditorium
130 Southbank Blvd, Southbank
Registration
- AUSTA Members: Free – Bookings required
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Time
03/08/2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
September
14sep(sep 14)12:00 am15(sep 15)12:00 amAUSTA Q Professional Weekend
Event Details
SATURDAY 14 & SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER – AUSTA Q Professional Weekend Registration is now open! https://www.trybooking.com/CROZB Rob McWilliams Ph.D., M.Mus., B.Mus.Ed. Conducting Intensive
Event Details
SATURDAY 14 & SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER – AUSTA Q Professional Weekend
Registration is now open!
https://www.trybooking.com/CROZB
Rob McWilliams
Ph.D., M.Mus., B.Mus.Ed.
Conducting Intensive Weekend
Whether you are an early career or highly experienced ensemble director, this workshop aims to build and strengthen your perspective on the craft of conducting and the art of ensemble direction. No ensemble director can afford to miss this invaluable event.
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Time
14/09/2024 12:00 am - 15/09/2024 12:00 am(GMT+10:00)
Organizer
October
YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!
Thanks to our friends at Zenith Music, all ticketholders will go into the draw to win a prize package which includes a signed copy of the AMEB Viola Technical Work Book! Learn more about the prize pack and Zenith Music below! |
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Helen Tuckey
Helen Tuckey is a viola player and member of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. In addition to Orchestral work, she participates in small ensemble work and is involved in community outreach and education. Besides WASO, she has worked in several other professional orchestras interstate and overseas.
Originally from Melbourne, Helen’s formative teachers include Andre Hadges and Paul O’Brien. This was followed by several years of study in New York at Manhattan School of Music with Lillian Fuchs.
Teaching has always played a significant role in Helen’s professional life. An enthusiastic private studio teacher, a number of her past students are now performers and teachers. As a player and teacher, she has been fortunate to be influenced by a broad range of performers and teachers, including Paul Rolland, William Primrose, Shinichi Suzuki, Sheila Nelson, Maxim Rysanov, Patricia Pollett, Robyn Brookfield, Barry Green, Mark O’Connor, Joanna May, Molly Gebrian, Atar Arad, Kurt Sassmannshaus, Martha Mooke and Molly Sharp. Helen has been involved in professional musical associations, serving on committees in various roles, including a period as National President for the Australian Strings Association (AUSTA). Recently she was honoured to receive a service award from the Australia and New Zealand Viola Society.
An experienced adjudicator and AMEB examiner, Helen was appointed as the Principal Consultant for the AMEB Viola syllabus review in 2023.
Janet Fernandes
Janet’s music education began in New Zealand where she learnt piano and clarinet before taking up the viola at the age of fourteen. She moved to Melbourne to continue her music education, studied the viola with Paul O’Brien and Marco van Pagee, and graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts in 1980.
From 1982, Janet spent two years at the Koninklijk Conservatorium in the Netherlands studying the viola with Jurgen Kussmaul and chamber music with Anner Bijlsma. During this time, she attended violin pedagogy lectures with Qui van Woerdekom and worked as a freelance Baroque violist in the Netherlands, Germany and France.
As a professional violist, Janet had contract work with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria.
Membership of AUSTA has been important to Janet throughout her long teaching career. She was a committee member in Victoria for many years. She has been a delegate at many AUSTA Conferences, attended an International Viola Congress (Wellington, 2000) and conferences organised by ASTA (Atlanta, 2012) and ESTA (Portugal, 2024).
As a teacher, Janet has worked for the Bendigo Musician/Teacher Pilot Project and taught at a number of leading independent schools in Melbourne including Wesley College, Presbyterian Ladies College and Scotch College. Now retired, she continues to teach at her home studio, and in 2023 was appointed as the Level One consultant for the AMEB series 2 viola syllabus.
Zenith Music
Zenith Music is a West Australian family owned business established in 1969 by Lionel Cranfield and, is still owned and run by the Cranfield Family today. Zenith stocks a huge range of quality musical instruments from beginner to professional level, instrument accessories, and is home to the largest selection of sheet music in the Southern Hemisphere. The people at Zenith Music are musicians who are knowledgeable and understand the needs and requirements when you are seeking your first, more advanced, or your dream instrument. Zenith has sought after specialist brands and instrument makers that have a high commitment to the tone, feel, quality and attention to detail of their instruments. Zenith aims to provide the best for musicians from those just starting out to professionals with decades of experience. As a major supporter of music in Western Australia, Zenith Music proudly supports music programmes in schools, universities, and other institutions as well as many other organisations. Being a longterm Western Australian owned family business, Zenith Music is committed to music and music education meaning you can trust Zenith. Visit Zenith Music today at 309 Stirling Hwy Claremont WA or alternatively phone on 9383 1422 or visit online at zenithmusic.com.au |
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AMEB Viola Preliminary – Grade 4: A deep dive into the new syllabus Come along to this Zoom workshop with Helen Tuckey and Janet Fernandes, two of the AMEB’s viola consultants
Event Details
AMEB Viola Preliminary – Grade 4: A deep dive into the new syllabus
Come along to this Zoom workshop with Helen Tuckey and Janet Fernandes, two of the AMEB’s viola consultants for the new series 2 syllabus.
Helen will introduce the new viola Technical Work book, giving insights into the underlying framework of the book and many practical tips and hints on preparing students for examination.
Janet will discuss the levels of difficulty within each list from Preliminary to Grade 4 and give her rationale for the choice of each piece in the grade books.
Bring along your copies of the new books and your questions and join Helen and Janet for an afternoon of technical and musical exploration.
If you are a violinist, cellist or bassist who also teaches viola occasionally, this is a workshop for you. You will be welcomed into the alto clef team!
Questions in advance for either presenter may be submitted by completing the form below or by emailing admin@austa.asn.au
This webinar will be recorded and made available as an Encore Event for all ticket holders. Encore Event Date TBA.
Date: Sunday Oct 27
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Time:
- 2.00 – 4.00pm AEDT
- 11.00 – 1.00pm WA
- 1.00 – 3.00pm QLD
- 1.30 – 3.30pm SA
- 12.30 – 2.30pm NT
Registration: BOOK NOW!
Early bird pricing
(before October 7)
Members $20, Non-members $40
Standard pricing
(from October 7)
Members $30, Non-members $55
YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!
Thanks to our friends at Zenith Music, all ticketholders will go into the draw to win a prize package which includes a signed copy of the AMEB Viola Technical Work Book! Learn more about the prize pack and Zenith Music below! |
![]() Zenith Music: Signed Viola prize pack |
Helen Tuckey
Helen Tuckey is a viola player and member of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. In addition to Orchestral work, she participates in small ensemble work and is involved in community outreach and education. Besides WASO, she has worked in several other professional orchestras interstate and overseas.
Originally from Melbourne, Helen’s formative teachers include Andre Hadges and Paul O’Brien. This was followed by several years of study in New York at Manhattan School of Music with Lillian Fuchs.
Teaching has always played a significant role in Helen’s professional life. An enthusiastic private studio teacher, a number of her past students are now performers and teachers. As a player and teacher, she has been fortunate to be influenced by a broad range of performers and teachers, including Paul Rolland, William Primrose, Shinichi Suzuki, Sheila Nelson, Maxim Rysanov, Patricia Pollett, Robyn Brookfield, Barry Green, Mark O’Connor, Joanna May, Molly Gebrian, Atar Arad, Kurt Sassmannshaus, Martha Mooke and Molly Sharp. Helen has been involved in professional musical associations, serving on committees in various roles, including a period as National President for the Australian Strings Association (AUSTA). Recently she was honoured to receive a service award from the Australia and New Zealand Viola Society.
An experienced adjudicator and AMEB examiner, Helen was appointed as the Principal Consultant for the AMEB Viola syllabus review in 2023.
Janet Fernandes
Janet’s music education began in New Zealand where she learnt piano and clarinet before taking up the viola at the age of fourteen. She moved to Melbourne to continue her music education, studied the viola with Paul O’Brien and Marco van Pagee, and graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts in 1980.
From 1982, Janet spent two years at the Koninklijk Conservatorium in the Netherlands studying the viola with Jurgen Kussmaul and chamber music with Anner Bijlsma. During this time, she attended violin pedagogy lectures with Qui van Woerdekom and worked as a freelance Baroque violist in the Netherlands, Germany and France.
As a professional violist, Janet had contract work with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria.
Membership of AUSTA has been important to Janet throughout her long teaching career. She was a committee member in Victoria for many years. She has been a delegate at many AUSTA Conferences, attended an International Viola Congress (Wellington, 2000) and conferences organised by ASTA (Atlanta, 2012) and ESTA (Portugal, 2024).
As a teacher, Janet has worked for the Bendigo Musician/Teacher Pilot Project and taught at a number of leading independent schools in Melbourne including Wesley College, Presbyterian Ladies College and Scotch College. Now retired, she continues to teach at her home studio, and in 2023 was appointed as the Level One consultant for the AMEB series 2 viola syllabus.
Zenith Music
Zenith Music is a West Australian family owned business established in 1969 by Lionel Cranfield and, is still owned and run by the Cranfield Family today. Zenith stocks a huge range of quality musical instruments from beginner to professional level, instrument accessories, and is home to the largest selection of sheet music in the Southern Hemisphere. The people at Zenith Music are musicians who are knowledgeable and understand the needs and requirements when you are seeking your first, more advanced, or your dream instrument. Zenith has sought after specialist brands and instrument makers that have a high commitment to the tone, feel, quality and attention to detail of their instruments. Zenith aims to provide the best for musicians from those just starting out to professionals with decades of experience. As a major supporter of music in Western Australia, Zenith Music proudly supports music programmes in schools, universities, and other institutions as well as many other organisations. Being a longterm Western Australian owned family business, Zenith Music is committed to music and music education meaning you can trust Zenith. Visit Zenith Music today at 309 Stirling Hwy Claremont WA or alternatively phone on 9383 1422 or visit online at zenithmusic.com.au |
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Time
27/10/2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Online via Zoom
Organizer
November
20nov8:00 pm8:00 pmAUSTA 2024 AGM
Event Details
The Annual General Meeting of the Australian Strings Association Limited (AUSTA) will be held on Wednesday November 20 at 8.00 pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time. Notice is hereby given that the
Event Details
The Annual General Meeting of the Australian Strings Association Limited (AUSTA) will be held on Wednesday November 20 at 8.00 pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time.
Notice is hereby given that the 2024 Annual General Meeting will be held online via Google Meet on Wednesday November 20 at 8:00 pm AEDT.
Please log in and visit the THIS PAGE for further information.
Time
20/11/2024 8:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Organizer
08nov(nov 8)5:00 pm10(nov 10)5:00 pmAUSTA NQ - Celebration of Strings 2024
Event Details
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Time
08/11/2024 5:00 pm - 10/11/2024 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Annandale Christian College
Organizer
03nov12:00 am12:00 amAUSTA Q International Reading DayOnline via zoom!
Event Details
SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER – AUSTA Q International Reading Day on Zoom Registration and Full information here.
Event Details
SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER – AUSTA Q International Reading Day on Zoom
Registration and Full information here.
Time
03/11/2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am(GMT+10:00)
Organizer
December
04dec6:00 pmVIC: String Network Get-Together
Event Details
AUSTA VIC String Network Get-Together Celebrating 2024 Wednesday 4 December, from 6pm Venue: Naked for Satan, 285 Brunswick St. Fitzroy No registration required. Contact vic@austa.asn.au
Event Details
AUSTA VIC String Network Get-Together
Celebrating 2024
Wednesday 4 December, from 6pm
Venue:
Naked for Satan, 285 Brunswick St. Fitzroy
No registration required.
Contact vic@austa.asn.au
Time
04/12/2024 6:00 pm(GMT+11:00)
Location
Naked for Satan
Organizer
January
21jan1:13 pm1:13 pmAUSTA SA BEGINNER ADULT STRING ENSEMBLE WORKSHOP
Event Details
If you are an adult and learning a bowed string instrument, join us for a fun afternoon of playing new string ensemble repertoire and catching up over afternoon tea. Coming
Event Details
If you are an adult and learning a bowed string instrument, join us for a fun afternoon of playing new string ensemble repertoire and catching up over afternoon tea. Coming in Terms 2 and 4. Registrations limited. Music will be emailed to you before the workshop to print and bring along.
Time
21/01/2025 1:13 pm - 1:13 pm(GMT+10:30)
21jan1:04 pm1:04 pmAUSTA SA STUDENT PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY
Event Details
Looking for a local instrumental concert for your student to perform in? Send them to an AUSTA Student Performance! New in 2025, coming in June and November.
Event Details
Looking for a local instrumental concert for your student to perform in?
Send them to an AUSTA Student Performance!
New in 2025, coming in June and November.
Time
21/01/2025 1:04 pm - 1:04 pm(GMT+10:30)
Event Details
Annual String Camp at the top of Tasmania! For string players of all ages and abilities Local, national, and international tutors and conductors Activities for leisure, professional development, individual lessons, orchestra,
Event Details
Annual String Camp at the top of Tasmania!
- For string players of all ages and abilities
- Local, national, and international tutors and conductors
- Activities for leisure, professional development, individual lessons, orchestra, chamber music, aural training, jazz, fiddling and more!
VISIT: http://www.lyco.org.au/rssc/
Time
08/01/2025 5:00 pm - 14/01/2025 4:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
Location
Camp Clayton