AUSTA ENCORE event – A recording of 90 minute online Zoom presentation on composition and Asian influences, with composer, Chenwei Wang, performer Gabriel Lee and musicologist, violist Andrew Filmer. An inspiring glimpse into Asian composition, opening up possibilities of improvisation for strings and using fabulous footage of performances from the Singapore International Violin Competition. Watch this fascinating presentation, receive interesting PDFs  Bookings open until May 12, viewing is May 14 – 23. Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/BZARK

Explore Asian music adapted for strings with violinist Gabriel Lee, composer Wang Chenwei and musicologist and violist Andrew Filmer. More details on AUSTA WA home page.

AUSTA Victoria presents

2022 String Performers Festival

After a difficult 2020-21, we are very excited to be presenting our eighth 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.

Sunday, 11th September 2022

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: $20 per performer / $10 per additional family performer.

Senior players are always welcome to perform at the Festival, however the day tends towards beginner and middle level players.

More details to follow in the new year.