2015 MSO Education and Community Engagement Brochure

2015 EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Events for children, students, teachers and all the family.

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WELCOME Welcome to the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s 2015 Education and Community Engagement season.

The concerts and activities outlined within these pages represent the MSO’s commitment to making orchestral music available to everyone. They are designed to develop a deep and lasting connection between our musicians and the broader community.

I would like to acknowledge and thank this season’s featured artists and the Orchestra for their passion and enthusiasm for this important area of work, and make special mention of MSO Chief Conductor Sir Andrew Davis, who this year will join us at

Education Week to conduct Symphony in a Day. These programs are presented with the valuable assistance of our government partners and the many individuals, trusts, foundations who support us to develop new and innovative ways to deliver the live orchestral experience.

I encourage you to engage with our Orchestra through this special program of enriching creative experiences for all ages.

ANDRÉ GREMILLET

MANAGING DIRECTOR MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

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CONTENTS MSO EDUCATION WEEK..................................................................................................... 4–5 Opening Night Concert...........................................................................................................................4 Meet the Orchestra .................................................................................................................................4 Classic Kids.................................................................................................................................................5 Secondary Symphony Project.................................................................................................................5 Symphony in a Day...................................................................................................................................5

MAJOR EDUCATION SUPPORTERS

PRE-SCHOOL AND PRIMARY...............................................................................................6–7 Meet the Orchestra..................................................................................................................................6 Classic Kids 1..............................................................................................................................................7 Classic Kids 2..............................................................................................................................................7 Classic Kids 3..............................................................................................................................................7

SECONDARY AND VCE........................................................................................................... 8 Secondary Symphony Project.................................................................................................................8 Open Rehearsals......................................................................................................................................9 Up Close and Musical .............................................................................................................................9

MSO MAIN STAGE.............................................................................................................10-11 Keys to Music........................................................................................................................................... 10 Ears Wide Open...................................................................................................................................... 10 Upbeat..................................................................................................................................................... 11 Muso......................................................................................................................................................... 11 Open Rehearsals.................................................................................................................................... 11

TEACHER TRAINING................................................................................................................12 Music in the Classroom with Richard Gill.............................................................................................. 12 Instrumental Conducting Workshops with Benjamin Northey........................................................... 12 Choral Conducting Workshops with Jonathan Grieves-Smith.......................................................... 12

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT.......................................................................................................12-13 ABC Symphony Australia Young Performers Awards........................................................................... 12 Cybec 21st Century Australian Composers Program.......................................................................... 13 MSO Snare Drum Award........................................................................................................................ 13

“Music is a vital part of a child’s education. It encourages listening and team work, inspires creativity and lets imaginations soar.”

Mrs Elizabeth Chernov Patron, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Education and Community Engagement Program Betty Amsden OAM Creative Partnerships Australia The Cybec Foundation Future Kids Pty Ltd Konfir Kabo and Monica Lim The Robert Salzer Foundation The Schapper Family Foundation Peter and Natalie Schiavello Ullmer Family Foundation Jason Yeap OAM

IN ADDITION TO

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.......................................................................................... 14–15 MSO ArtPlay Ensemble........................................................................................................................... 14 Symphony in a Day................................................................................................................................. 14 MSO Jams for Juniors............................................................................................................................. 15 MSO Family Jams.................................................................................................................................... 15

GOVERNMENT PARTNERS

FOR THE FAMILY............................................................................................................... 16–17 Family Classic Kids 1................................................................................................................................ 16 Family Classic Kids 2................................................................................................................................ 16 Family Classic Kids 3................................................................................................................................ 16 Babe for the Family................................................................................................................................. 16 Education Week Opening Night Concert........................................................................................... 17 MSO Family Jams.................................................................................................................................... 17 MSO Jams for Juniors............................................................................................................................. 17 Star Trek for the Family............................................................................................................................. 17

THE PIZZICATO EFFECT............................................................................................................18 SUPPORT MSO’S EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES...................19 MSO LEARN APP................................................................................................................... 20

KEY RECOMMENDED GRADE / AGE

ACCESS SERVICES................................................................................................................. 20 HOW CAN SCHOOLS BOOK? ..............................................................................................21

DURATION

ADMISSION

SCHOOLS

ACCESS*

SCHOOLS BOOKING FORM........................................................................................... 22–24 DIARY................................................................................................................................25–27

* MSO offers a range of services and facilities to make our programs accessible for all.

Please refer to page 20 for a full summary of Access Services provided or phone MSO Education on (03) 9626 1198

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1- 6 JUNE

EDUCATION WEEK 2015

Join the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and internationally acclaimed music educator, Paul Rissmann, for the MSO’s fifth annual Education Week at the Melbourne Town Hall and Hamer Hall from 1-6 June. A flagship event in the MSO’s Education and Community Engagement calendar, Education Week features events for schools and families which integrate learning and entertainment, and fostering a lifelong love of music.

OPENING NIGHT CONCERT

MEET THE ORCHESTRA

The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra

Pictures at an Exhibition

Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter Join Paul Rissmann, MSO Associate Conductor Benjamin Northey and the musicians of the MSO for Benjamin Britten’s classic The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra. Illustrated with notated excerpts and visuals on the big screen, this insight into the orchestra will delight audiences of all ages.

Monday 1 June at 6.30pm Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne School:

$10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter In this fun, interactive and informative concert presented by Paul Rissmann, students will explore Pictures at an Exhibition, the great orchestral score of Mussorgsky (arr. Ravel) alongside music

by Beethoven, John Williams and Michael Giacchino (The Incredibles). Teacher resources for the program and preparation packs for an audience participation piece written by Rissmann especially for this concert will be provided.

Tuesday 2 June at 12pm Wednesday 3 June at 10am and 12pm Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

Meet the Orchestra is made possible by the Ullmer Family Foundation School: $10 per student and parent.

Teachers free

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General Public: $20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

“The MSO’s Education Week provides the most wonderful opportunity for students of all ages to engage with the magic of a live orchestra.

Our students always leave the concerts full of excitement from the experience.”

ROZ GIRVAN CLASSROOM MUSIC TEACHER CLIFTON HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL

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CLASSIC KIDS Stan and Mabel

SYMPHONY IN A DAY

Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter

Sir Andrew Davis conductor Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

Paul Rissmann’s musical adventure Stan and Mabel is a perfect introduction to classical music for young audiences. Based on the book written and illustrated by Jason Chapman, it tells the story of a music-loving dog and cat whose mission is to perform in the greatest orchestra in the world. This highly interactive concert will captivate young children with its mix of music, illustrated projections and audience participation. Participation packs, containing songs and actions from the story, will be available in advance of the performances.

Active amateur musicians from across Victoria are invited to join the MSO’s Chief Conductor Sir Andrew Davis and the musicians of MSO for a performance of symphonic greats at the Melbourne Town Hall. Rehearsals, taking place on the evening of Monday 1 June and throughout the afternoon of Saturday 6 June, will be followed by a public performance at the Melbourne Town Hall.

SCHOOL BOOKINGS Thursday 4 June at 10am and 11:30am Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne FAMILY CLASSIC KIDS Saturday 6 June at 10am and 11:15am Melbourne Town Hall School:

$10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

SECONDARY SYMPHONY PROJECT Johannes Fritzsch conductor Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Secondary schools are invited to nominate students to participate in the Secondary Symphony Project, an opportunity for budding musicians to rehearse and perform alongside their professional counterparts. Rehearsals will take place during Education Week, with the project culminating in a public performance conducted by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Chief Conductor Johannes Fritzsch at Hamer Hall.

REGISTRATIONS To register your interest for this exciting event, visit mso.com.au/symphonyinaday between 2 February and 2 March 2015. See page 14 for full details.

PERFORMANCE Saturday 6 June at 8:30pm Melbourne Town Hall BOOKINGS REQUIRED Pay $2 or more.* How much? You decide!

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PAY $2 OR MORE

As part of the MSO’s commitment to making music accessible to everyone, tickets for this performance are set at a minimum of $2 per person. Audience members interested in offering additional support for the future of this project are encouraged to pay more. Please book by phoning the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600, Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.

NOMINATIONS To submit a nomination for the Secondary Symphony Project please visit mso.com.au/secondarysymphonyproject between 6 October 2014 and 16 February 2015. See page 8 for full details.

PERFORMANCE Thursday 4 June at 6:30pm Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne BOOKINGS REQUIRED Pay $2 or more.* How much? You decide!

ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE’S FIRST CALL FUND If the cost of bookings is making it difficult for your students to attend MSO Education Week, the First Call Fund may be able to assist. Supported through the generosity of Arts Centre Melbourne donors, the First Call Fund provides funding for Victorian schools facing barriers of access to live education performances and related programs due to distance, disadvantage or special circumstance.

Up to 100% of the ticket price may be subsidised if your school or organisation is deemed eligible.

To read the selection criteria or submit your application visit artscentremelbourne.com.au/ firstcallfund

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PRE-SCHOOL AND PRIMARY STUDENTS Interactive concerts for pre-school and primary school students.

MEET THE ORCHESTRA Pictures at an Exhibition Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter In this fun, interactive and informative concert presented by Paul Rissmann, students will explore Pictures at an Exhibition, the great orchestral score of Mussorgsky (arr. Ravel) alongside music

by Beethoven, John Williams and Michael Giacchino (The Incredibles). Teacher resources for the program and preparation packs for an audience participation piece written by Rissmann especially for this concert will be provided.

Tuesday 2 June at 12pm Wednesday 3 June at 10am and 12:00pm Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

Meet the Orchestra made possible by the Ullmer Family Foundation Arts Centre Melbourne’s First Call Fund available for this program, for further information see page 5.

School:

$10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

1 - 6 JUNE

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CLASSIC KIDS The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s Classic Kids concerts provide an introduction to the orchestra, encouraging children to respond to music with movement, actions and song, follow a story and maybe even conduct!

School:

$10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

Three-Concert Package: $54 Adults, $36 Children

CLASSIC KIDS 1 Stan and Mabel Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter Paul Rissmann’s musical adventure Stan and Mabel is a perfect introduction to classical music for young audiences. Based on the book written and illustrated by Jason Chapman, it tells the story of a music-loving dog and cat whose mission is to perform in the greatest orchestra in the world. This highly interactive concert will captivate young children with its mix of music, illustrated projections and audience participation. Participation packs, containing songs and actions from the story, will be available in advance of the performances.

PERFORMANCES Thursday 4 June at 10am and 11:30am Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Arts Centre Melbourne’s First Call Fund available for this program, for further information see page 5.

CLASSIC KIDS 2

Clowning Around with Melvin Tix Melvin Tix conductor and presenter World-renowned ‘clownductor’ Melvin Tix returns to Melbourne to present his much-loved Clowning Around program. Featuring some new works, Melvin’s concerts provide a highly entertaining and informative environment for young children discovering the orchestra for the very first time. So roll up for a fun-filled time with Melvin Tix and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra!

PERFORMANCES Wednesday 21 October at 1pm Thursday 22 October at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Friday 23 October at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

CLASSIC KIDS 3 The Happiness Box Brett Kelly conductor The Happiness Box tells the story of three animal friends as they journey through the jungle on a quest to discover the secret of happiness. This delightful tale was written for Changi Gaol’s child prisoners in 1942 by Australian Prisoner of War, David Griffin, and illustrated by fellow POW Leslie Greener.

It has been thoughtfully scored for young audiences by awardwinning composer Bryony Marks to capture the sense of wonder, trepidation and delight of the friends’ adventure. Greener’s beautiful illustrations from the original book accompany the narration and music.

PERFORMANCES Wednesday 4 November at 12pm and 1:30pm Costa Hall, Geelong Performing Arts Centre Supported by the Geelong Friends of MSO

Thursday 5 November at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Friday 6 November at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

1 - 6 JUNE

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“The Secondary Symphony Project offered the most incredible experience for our students.”

CHRISTINE COCHRANE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC, ST MARGARET’S SCHOOL BERWICK CAMPUS

SECONDARY AND VCE STUDENTS

From meeting the music to making it, the MSO has a selection of events especially tailored to Secondary Students to take music knowledge and passion to a new level.

SECONDARY SYMPHONY PROJECT Johannes Fritzsch conductor Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Secondary schools are invited to nominate students to participate in the Secondary Symphony Project, an opportunity for budding musicians to rehearse and perform alongside their professional counterparts. Rehearsals will take place during Education Week, with the project culminating in a public performance conducted by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Chief Conductor Johannes Fritzsch at Hamer Hall.

NOMINATIONS Each school may nominate up to 2 string, 2 woodwind, 2 brass and 1 percussion player to participate in this program. From these nominations, the MSO players will offer places to up to 50 students, subject to instrumentation requirements and capacity.

Confirmation of a place in the program and other program details, including repertoire and final schedule, will be communicated to the schools by close of Term 1, 2015.

Nominations will open on Monday 6 October 2014 and close on Monday 16 February 2015. To submit a nomination form visit mso.com.au/secondarysymphonyproject. Once places are confirmed, a participation fee of $100 will apply.

Arts Centre Melbourne’s First Call Fund is available for this program, for further information see page 5.

1 - 6 JUNE

PERFORMANCE Thursday 4 June at 6:30pm Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne BOOKINGS REQUIRED Pay $2 or more.* How much? You decide! *As part of the MSO’s commitment to making music accessible to everyone, tickets for this performance are set at a minimum of $2 per person. Audience members interested in offering additional support for the future of this project are encouraged to pay more.

Please book by phoning the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 between Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.

1 - 6 JUNE

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OPEN REHEARSALS

UP CLOSE AND MUSICAL

Take your class for a behind-the-scenes experience at the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra!

(Study Design specific program for VCE Music students)

Open Rehearsals provide a wonderful insight into how professional musicians work together with a conductor to prepare a concert program. Students have the chance to observe a rehearsal, meet MSO musicians and ask questions about their profession. In 2015, we have handpicked a series of rehearsals that will be available for school group bookings. Students attending these programs will also receive a copy of the relevant concert program, with notes on the music and artists.

Luke Dollman conductor Dr Katy Abbott presenter and composer

TERM 1 MAHLER 3 Sir Andrew Davis conductor Sasha Cooke mezzo-soprano 10am-12:30pm, Thursday 26 March Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne TERM 2 BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO.7 Matthias Pintscher conductor Karen Gomyo violin 10am-12:30pm, Friday 22 May Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne TERM 3 RAVEL’S BOLERO & SIBELIUS 7

Australian Composition Post 1910: Katy Abbott – Introduced Species

Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Join Melbourne-based composer Katy Abbott as she presents her new work, Introduced Species, in three live performance workshops across metropolitan Melbourne. Inspired by the paintings of the same name by Australian artist Matthew Quick, Katy’s composition explores the impact that human interference can have on music in the same way that Matthew’s art explores its impact on our environment.

Supported by a comprehensive online resource, the performance workshops include: • a performance of the work by musicians of the MSO • a detailed analysis of the work by the composer • an introduction to Matthew Quick’s artwork

• a discussion about the Australian environment This program and its affiliated resource have been specifically designed to link in with the following VCE Music Study Design outcomes: • Music Performance: Unit 2: Outcome 4 and Unit 3 and 4: Outcome 3

• Music Investigation: Units 3 and 4: Outcome 2

• Music, Style And Composition: Units 1-4 (especially 3-4): Outcomes 2 and 3

Benjamin Northey conductor Claire Edwardes percussion 5pm-6pm, Friday 17 July Costa Hall, Geelong Performing Arts Centre

It also links into the Australian Curriculum Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability.

TCHAIKOVSKY’S PIANO CONCERTO NO.1

The musical score of Introduced Species is available for purchase from the Australian Music Centre.

Vasily Petrenko conductor Simon Trpčeski piano 10am-12:30pm, Thursday 6 August Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne MUSSORGSKY & LISZT

Introduced Species was commissioned by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to support the 2011-2015 VCE Music Study Design, and was funded by The Albert H Maggs Award, The University of Melbourne.

PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPS

Benjamin Northey conductor Hoang Pham piano 10:30am-1pm, Friday 11 September Melbourne Town Hall Tickets: $5 per student Accompanying teachers free

Wednesday 11 March at 11:30am St Margaret’s School, Berwick Thursday 12 March at 11:30am Wesley College, Glen Waverley Friday 13 March at 11.30am University High School, Parkville

“Up Close and Musical allows our students to follow the creative ideas of an Australian composer right from the conception of a work, through to a performance given by the musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

The overall presentation is extremely well executed with the students having the chance to meet the composer, conductor and orchestral musicians at the conclusion of the performance.”

$10 per Student. Teachers Free.

LYNLEY BRAMBLE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC, HUNTINGTOWER SCHOOL

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MSO MAIN STAGE

Full of revealing analytical insight, Ears Wide Open and Keys to Music are ideal for Music Elective and VCE Students, lovers of classical music and those just wanting to learn more!

KEYS TO MUSIC

EARS WIDE OPEN

Tuesday 3 March at 11am Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank

3 concerts Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre

Benjamin Northey conductor Graham Abbott presenter Join ABC Classic FM’s Graham Abbott in a live staging of his popular radio program as he presents an in-depth analysis of Tchaikovsky’s Francesca da Rimini with the MSO and conductor Benjamin Northey. Add this concert to your Ears Wide Open or Ears Wide Open Plus subscription for only $15.

Schools: $15 per Student, Teachers accompany free.

All events start at 6:30pm Conducted and presented by Richard Gill Whether you are new to classical music or a regular concertgoer, take your music appreciation to the next level with this entertaining three-concert series led by Richard Gill. Part concert, part interactive lecture, each Ears Wide Open offers a fascinating insight behind the creation of an important orchestral work and its composer.

EARS WIDE OPEN 1

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

BEETHOVEN – INCIDENTAL MUSIC TO EGMONT Tuesday 3 March EARS WIDE OPEN 2 COPLAND – APPALACHIAN SPRING Tuesday 14 July EARS WIDE OPEN 3 TCHAIKOVSKY – SERENADE FOR STRINGS Tuesday 27 October

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Schools: $15 per Student, Teachers accompany free.

THREE-CONCERT SUBSCRIPTION ADULT $48

CONCESSION $39 Please note that Ears Wide Open performances are standard allocated seating.

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EARS WIDE OPEN PLUS 6 concerts See concert details below for venue information Delve deeper into three great masterworks of the repertoire with Richard Gill’s entertaining Ears Wide Open interactive concerts.

Then, later in the year, hear the work in full alongside other classical favourites, at three additional ‘matched’ concerts from the MSO’s 2015 subscription season.

UPBEAT The ideal package for full-time students. Enjoy any three or more concerts for only $15 each*. For a full list of up-to-date exclusions and terms and conditions please visit mso.com.au/upbeat

EARS WIDE OPEN 1 BEETHOVEN – INCIDENTAL MUSIC TO EGMONT Tuesday 3 March Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre

THREE-CONCERT PACKAGE STUDENTS

ACCOMPANYING ADULT**

Plus matching concert:

$45

$90

Thursday 23 April at 8pm

Friday 24 April at 8pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall EARS WIDE OPEN 2 COPLAND – APPALACHIAN SPRING Tuesday 14 July Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre Plus matching concert: Friday 31 July at 7:30pm Melbourne Town Hall

$15

Additional concerts (each)

$30

* Must be purchased in a minimum 3-concert package. ** Accompanying adult limited to one per under-18 UPBEAT subscription.

QUESTIONS ABOUT UPBEAT? Call the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm MSO UPBEAT is a subsidized program supported by donations.

Find out about contributing at mso.com.au/appeal.

EARS WIDE OPEN 3 TCHAIKOVSKY – SERENADE FOR STRINGS Tuesday 27 October Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre Plus matching concert:

Thursday 26 November at 8pm Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre Friday 27 November at 8pm Robert Blackwood Hall, Monash University, Clayton Saturday 28 November at 6:30pm Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre SIX-CONCERT SUBSCRIPTION ADULT $282

Additional concerts (each)

CONCESSION $222 Please note that Ears Wide Open performances are standard allocated seating. Your seating in the matching concerts will be in A Reserve.

SUPPORTED BY Betty Amsden OAM The Robert Salzer Foundation

MUSO Muso is an initiative for music lovers aged 18-35.

Members can access $30 B-Reserve tickets to selected MSO concerts throughout the year and also receive invitations to special events and other exclusive offers.

Membership is free. To join and find out more visit mso.com.au Muso is an initiative funded by The Pratt Foundation.

OPEN REHEARSALS Open Rehearsals provide a wonderful insight into how professional musicians work together with a conductor to prepare a concert program. For further information about MSO Open Rehearsals please refer to page 9.

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TEACHER TRAINING

Our tailored professional learning programs offer Victorian Primary and Secondary teachers access to three of Australia’s most esteemed conductors and educators.

MUSIC IN THE CLASSROOM WITH RICHARD GILL Richard Gill will lead two Professional Development sessions on basic skills and tools for generalist teachers interested in introducing music into their classroom. Covering the key elements of music as outlined in the Australian Curriculum for the Arts, teachers will leave inspired and armed with a suite of easy-to-implement initiatives in listening, composing and performing music.

Foundation to Grade 2: Monday 2 March at 9am-1pm Grade 3 to Grade 6: Wednesday 4 March at 9am-1pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Cost: $80 BOOKINGS REQUIRED*

INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING WORKSHOPS WITH BENJAMIN NORTHEY MSO Associate Conductor Benjamin Northey leads a one-day workshop in instrumental ensemble conducting for Secondary teachers who wish to expand their skills on the podium. Twelve places are available for participants who wish to take an active part in the workshop, or attend as an observer.

Monday 15 June at 9am-4:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Cost: $150 participants, $80 observers BOOKINGS REQUIRED*

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CHORAL CONDUCTING WORKSHOPS WITH JONATHAN GRIEVES-SMITH MSO Chorus Master Jonathan Grieves-Smith leads a unique Professional Development opportunity for Primary and Secondary teachers to develop valuable skills in choral conducting. Everyone with an interest in choral conducting is welcome. There are ten places available for participants who wish to take an active part in the workshop and conduct the singers of the MSO Chorus, and plenty of places for observers who would prefer to watch, listen and learn.

Friday 24 July at 9.15am-5:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Cost: $150 participants, $80 observers BOOKINGS REQUIRED*

2015 ABC SYMPHONY AUSTRALIA YOUNG PERFORMERS AWARDS The ABC Symphony Australia Young Performers Awards is Australia’s most prestigious competition for young Australian instrumentalists under the age of 30.

The MSO will host the Victorian preliminary auditions in January and February 2015, part of a nation-wide series from which 12 young musicians will be selected to compete in the Finals.

Taking place over three rounds in Hobart in October and November 2015, the 12 finalists will perform public recitals and chamber music, culminating in a final Concerto Round with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra.

Visit symphonyinternational.net/ artist-development/performers

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ARTIST DEVELOPMENT Celebrating the individuals who are shaping our nation’s artistic future.

CYBEC 21ST CENTURY AUSTRALIAN COMPOSERS PROGRAM The Cybec 21st Century Australian Composers Program invites young composers to write a new and innovative work for performance by members of the MSO. The program aims to nurture and develop the talent of young Australian composers, giving them the opportunity to push musical boundaries.

The four selected participants will compose a new work for orchestral ensemble whilst receiving mentorship from a leading Australian composer throughout 2015. All four participants’ works will be performed by the MSO in January 2016, with up to two works then selected to be performed as part of the 2016 Metropolis New Music Festival.

MSO SNARE DRUM AWARD Established by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra percussionist Robert Cossom in 2004, the MSO Snare Drum Award is designed to encourage the pursuit of excellence in snare drum performance in Australia and New Zealand.

Open to undergraduate tertiary students, this award provides an exclusive opportunity for applicants to further develop audition and performance-based techniques in a professional environment.

Auditions will be held during the day, Tuesday 11 August, with four finalists selected to progress to a public evening performance.

The winner will receive percussion equipment and the opportunity to undertake a one-year mentorship with the MSO.

APPLICATIONS

APPLICATIONS

Applications will be accepted until 5pm, Friday 20 March.

Visit mso.com.au/youngartists

Applications will be accepted online until 5pm, Friday 29 May. Visit mso.com.au/youngartists

PERFORMANCE

PERFORMANCE

Join the MSO for the world premiere performance and celebration of the four new works written by the 2014 Cybec composers: Alex Garsden, Alice Humphries, John Pax and Harry Sdraulig.

Join us for a performance by the four selected finalists, which will include the world premiere of the especially commissioned MSO Snare Drum Award test piece written by David George.

Saturday 31 January at 6:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

For further details contact Laura Holian, MSO Artistic Coordinator on (03) 9626 1863 or email holianl@mso.com.au THE MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S 21ST CENTURY AUSTRALIAN COMPOSERS PROGRAM IS MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THE CYBEC FOUNDATION.

Tuesday 11 August at 6:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

For further details contact Laura Holian, MSO Artistic Coordinator on (03) 9626 1863 or email holianl@mso.com.au THE 2015 MSO SNARE DRUM AWARD IS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY: ROBERT COSSOM SET TEST PIECE COMMISSIONED BY LYN, TIM AND KRIS EDWARD. THE COMMISSIONED WORK SUPPORTED BY RHYTHMSCAPE PUBLISHERS.

“To hear my work rehearsed and performance by the MSO has given me confidence and inspiration to pursue my compositional career.”

ELLIOTT HUGHES 2013 CYBEC COMPOSER

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Each year the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra presents a dynamic and responsive series of workshops and creative projects in schools and other community settings throughout Melbourne.

MSO ARTPLAY ENSEMBLE

SYMPHONY IN A DAY

Gillian Howell facilitator Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

Sir Andrew Davis conductor Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

The MSO ArtPlay Ensemble is a performance group of 28 children and four musicians from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. The Ensemble is open to children playing orchestral instruments, and participation is not dependent on prerequisite levels of musical experience or knowledge.

Active amateur musicians from across Victoria are invited to join the MSO’s Chief Conductor Sir Andrew Davis and the musicians of the MSO for a performance of symphonic greats at the Melbourne Town Hall. Rehearsals, taking place on the evening of Monday 1 June and throughout the afternoon of 6 June, will be followed by a public performance at the Melbourne Town Hall.

The MSO ArtPlay Ensemble involves composing music as well as performing, with each project leading to the creation and performance of a new piece of music. Ensemble members, chosen from the Open Workshops held at the beginning of the year, are asked to commit to three further workshops throughout the year.

2015 OPEN WORKSHOPS Saturday 7 February at 10am, 12pm and 2:30pm Sunday 8 February at 10am, 12pm and 2:30pm

REGISTRATIONS To register your interest for this exciting event, visit mso.com.au/symphonyinaday between 2 February - 2 March 2015.

Confirmation of a place in the program and other program details, including repertoire and schedule, will be communicated via email in April 2015. Please note that places offered will be subject to instrumentation requirements and capacity. Registrations are free, and once places are confirmed, a participation fee of $100 will apply.

BOOKINGS REQUIRED $10 per child. Please book by phoning the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 between Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.

WORKSHOP 1: Monday 30 March and Tuesday 31 March WORKSHOP 2: Monday 29 June and Tuesday 30 June

WORKSHOP 3: Monday 21 September and Tuesday 22 September PROGRAM FEE MSO ArtPlay Ensemble participant cost is $350 for the 3-workshop package. These workshops can be enhanced by purchasing tickets to the above listed MSO Main Stage performances, which are directly linked to the music studied in the workshops. Further information will be provided upon confirmation of a place in the Ensemble. Financial assistance is available for up to four places in the MSO ArtPlay Ensemble.

ArtPlay is an initiative of the City of Melbourne, located at Birrarung Marr behind Federation Square. Established in 2003, ArtPlay’s programs focus on young people working alongside professional artists. The MSO has been associated with ArtPlay since its inception.

1 - 6 JUNE

PERFORMANCE Saturday 6 June at 8:30pm Melbourne Town Hall BOOKINGS REQUIRED Pay $2 or more.* How much? You decide! *As part of the MSO’s commitment to making music accessible to everyone, tickets for this performance are set at a minimum of $2 per person. Audience members interested in offering additional support for the future of this project are encouraged to pay more.

Please book by phoning the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 between Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.

1 - 6 JUNE

“Such a brilliant idea to have an event that extends the excellence and energy of the MSO into the community.”

MARY T WHEATON, AMATEUR VIOLIST

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MSO JAMS FOR JUNIORS

MSO FAMILY JAMS

A musical adventure for young minds and bodies!

Come and jam with the MSO!

Karen Kyriakou facilitator Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

Gillian Howell facilitator Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

SWAN LAKE Saturday 7 February at 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm

The MSO’s Family Jams provide an opportunity for members of the public to ‘jam’ with musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in a fun, inclusive and informal environment.

Participants of all ages (minimum age 6 years - adults welcome!) are encouraged to bring along their own instrument or borrow one of ours and work together to develop an original piece of music that’s based on orchestral repertoire within the current MSO Season. Each workshop culminates in a performance for family and friends.

THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICE Saturday 7 March, times as above

BARTOK ROMANIAN FOLK DANCES Saturday 28 March at 11am and 12:30pm

Our Jams for Juniors offer a 30-minute musical adventure for children aged 0 to 5 years and their parents. Children are encouraged to listen and respond to popular orchestral repertoire, and perform together with musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

THE FIREBIRD Saturday 9 May, times as above

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THE FOUR SEASONS Saturday 27 June, times as above

*

GERSHWIN AMERICAN IN PARIS Saturday 19 September at 11am and 12:30pm The venue for both events is Deakin Edge, Federation Square.

THE NUTCRACKER Saturday 15 August, times as above SYMPHONY NO.6 PASTORAL Saturday 3 October, times as above The venue for all events is the Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

BOOKINGS REQUIRED Bookings are essential. Please phone the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 between Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.

$15 Children. Accompanying adults free.

Season Pass Subscription - 6 concert package: $60 Children. Adults accompany free *This series sold out when the MSO’s 2015 Subscription Season launched. For more benefits of being a Subscriber visit mso.com.au/subscriptions.

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FOR THE FAMILY

From tiny tots to grandparents, we’ve got events to inspire a love of great music. Mark your diaries and secure your place for some Melbourne Symphony Orchestra fun for the whole family!

FAMILY CLASSIC KIDS The MSO’s Family Classic Kids series provides an introductory and interactive experience to the orchestra for children aged 3 to 7 years and their families.

General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

Three-concert package: $54 Adults, $36 Children

FAMILY CLASSIC KIDS 1 Stan and Mabel Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter Paul Rissmann’s musical adventure Stan and Mabel is a perfect introduction to classical music for young audiences. Based on a book written and illustrated by Jason Chapman, it tells the story of a music-loving dog and cat whose mission is to perform in the greatest orchestra in the world. This highly interactive concert will captivate young children with its mix of music, illustrated projections and audience participation. Participation packs, containing songs and actions from the story, will be available in advance of the performances.

PERFORMANCES Saturday 6 June at 10am and 11:15am Melbourne Town Hall

FAMILY CLASSIC KIDS 3 The Happiness Box Brett Kelly conductor The Happiness Box tells the story of three animal friends as they journey through the jungle on a quest to discover the secret of happiness. This delightful tale was written for Changi Gaol’s child prisoners in 1942 by Australian Prisoner of War (POW) David Griffin, and illustrated by fellow POW Leslie Greener.

It has been thoughtfully scored for young audiences by awardwinning composer Bryony Marks to capture the sense of wonder, trepidation and delight of the friends’ adventure. Greener’s beautiful illustrations from the original book accompany the narration and music.

PERFORMANCES Saturday 7 November at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

BABE FOR THE FAMILY PROMOTION Saturday 11 July at 7pm Sunday 12 July at 2pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

Babe: The Twentieth Anniversary Concert 1 - 6 JUNE

FAMILY CLASSIC KIDS 2 Clowning Around with Melvin Tix Melvin Tix conductor and presenter World-renowned ‘clownductor’ Melvin Tix returns to Melbourne to present his much-loved Clowning Around program. Featuring some new works, Melvin’s concerts provide a highly entertaining and informative environment for young children discovering the orchestra for the very first time. So roll up for a fun-filled time with Melvin Tix and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra!

PERFORMANCES Saturday 24 October at 10am, 11:15am and 1pm Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

WORLD PREMIERE Nigel Westlake conductor George Miller’s Babe, the 1995 family movie of a pig who wants to be a sheepdog, is an icon of Australian cinema.

To coincide with its twentieth anniversary, the MSO and original soundtrack composer, Nigel Westlake, join forces to present the world premiere of Babe: The Twentieth Anniversary Concert, an exclusive all-ages screening with Westlake conducting the Orchestra in a performance of the film’s score adapted especially for the concert hall.

BOOK NOW

(03) 9929 9600 | mso.com.au

Babe: The Twentieth Anniversary Concert supported by

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EDUCATION WEEK OPENING NIGHT CONCERT The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra Benjamin Northey conductor Paul Rissmann presenter Join Paul Rissmann, MSO Associate Conductor Benjamin Northey and the musicians of the MSO for Benjamin Britten’s classic The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra.

Monday 1 June at 6.30pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne General Public:

$20 Adult, $14 Children $60 Family (2 Adults/2 Children)

STAR TREK FOR THE FAMILY PROMOTION Saturday 31 January at 7.30pm Sunday 1 February at 2pm Plenary, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Star Trek Live in Concert

The recent rebooting of the legendary Star Trek film franchise, launched to widespread critical acclaim and box office success, brought forth an extraordinary collaboration between film and music. The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs Michael Giacchino’s evocative score whilst J. J. Abrams’ Academy Award©-winning film is shown simultaneously in high definition on the big screen.

BOOK NOW 1 - 6 JUNE

(03) 9929 9600 | mso.com.au

Star Trek Live in Concert supported by

MSO FAMILY JAMS

MSO JAMS FOR JUNIORS

Come and jam with the MSO!

A musical adventure for young minds and bodies!

Gillian Howell facilitator Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra The MSO’s Family Jams provide an opportunity for members of the public to ‘jam’ with musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in a fun, inclusive and informal environment.

Participants of all ages (minimum age 6 years) are encouraged to bring along their own instrument or borrow one of ours and work together to develop an original piece of music that’s based on orchestral repertoire within the current MSO Season. Each workshop culminates in a performance for family and friends.

Karen Kyriakou facilitator Musicians of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Our Jams for Juniors offer a 30-minute musical adventure for children aged 0 to 5 years and their parents.

See page 15 for dates and program details.

The venue for all events is the Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre.

BARTOK ROMANIAN FOLK DANCES Saturday 28 March at 11am and 12:30pm GERSHWIN AMERICAN IN PARIS Saturday 19 September at 11am and 12:30pm The venue for both events is Deakin Edge, Federation Square.

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“The Pizzicato Effect is a transformational program.

It provides our children with the opportunity to experience success in so many forms. The academic, social and emotional benefits of the program are all evident, and have been observed by teachers, tutors, parents, and the children themselves. It is highly valued by our community.”

JULIE COOKE PRINCIPAL, MEADOWS PRIMARY SCHOOL

THE PIZZICATO EFFECT The Pizzicato Effect is a partnership between the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Meadows Primary School in Broadmeadows which provides access to quality music education for students aged four and above. Now in its sixth year, the program occupies a key place in the lives of its students connecting them with musicians and arts-based organisations both locally and around the world.

Inspired by the El Sistema model of music education, students commence specialist music training at an early age, before progressing to lessons on violin, viola, cello or double bass.

Learning is conducted by MSO teaching artists in group lessons where children are encouraged to work, respond, and play together in a vibrant and collaborative environment. For the older students, these classes are complemented by lunchtime ‘practice clubs’ and a bi-weekly after school program which provide an opportunity for students to further their instrumental skills.

Over the course of their involvement, the children develop a strong relationship with their MSO mentors, their instrument, and their peers. The University of Melbourne’s recent research into the developmental assets, social-emotional wellbeing and educational impact of The Pizzicato Effect shows enhanced academic performance and total well-being for participating students.

Special performance opportunities have been provided to participating students including performances at the City of Hume Social Justice Conference, the Australia Council for Education Research Conference, at Iwaki Auditorium, at the Melbourne Town Hall, and for the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall during their visit in 2012. The project has also recently afforded students the opportunity to work directly with the

Orchestra’s Principal Guest Conductor, Diego Matheuz, and superstar violinists Ray Chen and Nicola Benedetti.

Through the generous donations of supporters, the program remains completely free of charge to its participants. The MSO provides all instruments, and weekly instrumental and aural lessons lead by a team of MSO teaching artists, and the option for children, families and teachers to access MSO concerts. On the basis of the extraordinary motivation now being experienced by students, further support is currently being sought to ensure the project – and its potential for these students and others – is realised into the future.

To find out how you can contribute to The Pizzicato Effect, please call Ben Lee, Philanthropy Executive on (03) 9626 1248 or email leeb@mso.com.au

The Pizzicato Effect is proudly supported by: The Schapper Family Foundation Cellissimo!

The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust The Marian and E.H. Flack Trust Ivor Ronald Evans Foundation, managed by Equity Trustees and Mr Russell Brown The Scanlon Foundation The Scobie and Claire Mackinnon Trust

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SUPPORT MSO’S EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES Share your love of music. Many of our diverse and inspiring initiatives are made possible by the generosity of our donor community.

Your gift helps us provide exciting and engaging experiences to over 40,000 people in Victoria.

You can experience first-hand the positive impact your donation makes by: • Witnessing the pure joy on a child’s face as they discover the wonders of an orchestra for the first time.

• Placing an instrument in the hands of a disadvantaged child and watching their journey unfold through the The Pizzicato Effect program.

• Supporting talented young high school musicians to connect with our MSO musicians.

• Seeing more young people enjoying the energy and power of the MSO, in concert, through subsidising their seat.

• Sharing the MSO’s free iPhone app, MSO Learn with family and friends with the knowledge that you have helped sustain an educational resource that is used by over 60,000 across the globe.

HOW YOU CAN HELP Supporting the MSO’s education and community engagement activities in 2015 will enable us to reach even more Victorians. To donate online, simply visit mso.com.au/give and select Education Appeal or phone us on (03) 9626 1248. We’d love to hear from you.

Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible, and donations of over $1,000 entitle you to MSO Patron status and associated benefits. For more information, please contact the Philanthropy Department on (03) 9626 1248 or philanthropy@mso.com.au.

“I firmly believe all children have the right to a music education. Education Week opens a door to music for many kids and it’s imperative that that door stays open. Thanks to the ongoing generosity of our supporters, it need never close.”

KIRSTY BREMNER MSO FIRST VIOLIN AND EDUCATION DONOR

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MSO LEARN APP A new world of learning.

FIND OUT ABOUT THE INNER WORKINGS OF THE MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND ITS MUSICIANS WITH THE MSO’S FREE APP MSO LEARN. MSO Learn was the first app of its kind to offer an advanced interactive audio-visual exploration of an orchestra - featuring the different instrumental families, individual instruments and the musicians who play them.

Explore the various sections of the orchestra through stunning graphics combined with uncompressed audio and a soundtrack that highlights all the instruments.

Download MSO Learn from the Apple iTunes store now for an experience that will delight users of all ages and enhance their appreciation of the workings of an orchestra.

FREE

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra acknowledges the support of the Telematics Trust, Outware Mobile, ABC Classic FM and Jim Atkins in the production of MSO Learn.

ACCESS SERVICES MSO Education offers a range of services and facilities to make our programs accessible to everyone.

SERVICES

VENUES

Our access services include:

Our programs are presented in a variety of public venues, including:

Wheelchair and Mobility Aid Access

• Melbourne Town Hall • Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

Vision Impaired Services*

• Deakin Edge, Federation Square

Hearing Assistance

• Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

Access for Assistance Animals* Accessible Parking Should you have further questions about Access Services provided, or the suitability of our programs for people with a disability, please phone (03) 9626 1198. * subject to individual venue services provided.

• ArtPlay, Birrarung Marr • Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre Information on specific Access Services provided by these venues, can be found online at mso.com.au/education/access

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HOW CAN SCHOOLS BOOK?

We recommend you follow these six simple steps in order to minimise any delay that may occur in processing your booking.

Step 1: Complete form ensuring you have provided all required information.

• Tear out and complete the hard copy form on page 22-24 of the 2015 MSO Education and Community Engagement Program.

• Fill in the interactive PDF from our website. http://www.mso.com.au/education/schools/make-a-booking/ Please note: the booking process is smoother for those able to complete the form with full contact details and multiple performance time options numbered in preference order.

To ensure that your form is processed as soon as it is received, please complete all fields and provide all available information.

Step 2: Make a copy of your form for your school’s records Step 3: Send form to MSO Box Office Preferred methods are by post, email, or in person.

Fax orders will not be accepted.

• Please send post to MSO Box Office, GPO Box 9994, Melbourne VIC 3001

Step 6: Await order confirmation

• Once we have received payment for your invoice, we will send through an electronic confirmation of your booking.

This email will be sent to the excursion organiser’s email address, as provided on the booking form.

• Please print this confirmation and bring with you on the day of your concert(s) in lieu of individual tickets.

Terms & Conditions: • All bookings are subject to seat availability and refunds can only be issued by electronic funds transfer. Once order confirmation has been issued, no exchanges or refunds will be possible.

• As these concerts are in high demand, please note that we may not be able to increase your ticket allocation if an event has reached capacity after your initial confirmation has been issued.

Should you have any further questions about the booking process, please phone the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600.

Questions around program content can be directed to MSO Education (03) 9626 1198.

• Please email boxoffice@mso.com.au Phone orders (03) 9929 9600 can also be placed, but are only finalised once a completed booking form has been received by the Box Office referencing your order number.

PLEASE DO NOT PAY/SEND PAYMENT AT THIS TIME, as all bookings are subject to availability and payment cannot be accepted before an invoice has been sent.

Step 4: Await receipt of your school booking invoice

• Once your booking has been processed, the Box Office Staff will email the excursion organiser an Invoice to the email address provided on the booking form.

Step 5: Pay school booking invoice • The invoice can be paid by credit card, cheque or via Electronic Fund Transfer. All payment options and MSO account details will be included on your invoice.

• If paying invoice via EFT, you must quote your order number from your invoice in the payment description.

• If paying by cheque, please ensure it is made out to Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pty. Ltd., for the amount detailed on your invoice.

• For credit card payments, contact the MSO Box Office on (03) 9929 9600 and quote the order number on your invoice.

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EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 2015 SCHOOLS BOOKING FORM Please complete this form and return to the MSO Box Office.

As all bookings are subject to availability, payment cannot be accepted before an invoice has been issued. Once your booking has been processed, the Box Office Staff will email the excursion organiser an invoice to the email address provided on the booking form. Once we have received payment for your invoice, we will send through an electronic confirmation of your booking. This email will be sent to the excursion organiser’s email address, as provided on the booking form. Please print this confirmation and bring with you on the day of your concert(s)

Name of School

in lieu of individual tickets. All bookings are subject to seat availability and refunds can only be issued by electronic funds transfer. Once your confirmation is issued, no exchanges or refunds will be possible. As these concerts are in high demand, please note that we may not be able to increase your ticket allocation if an event has reached capacity after your initial confirmation has been issued.

Order No. (offical use only) Excursion Organiser

School Address Postcode

Suburb Excursion Organiser Telephone

Excursion Organiser Email VSN Provider Number (Home Schools only) Contact Teacher name (if applicable*)

Contact Teacher Telephone

Contact Teacher Email *Please list a secondary contact that is additional to the excursion organiser (if applicable). Our Box Office will send booking/payment confirmation to the excursion organiser however all other information i.e. resource packs and logistics for the day will be sent to the contact teacher on file.

Do any students attending require any special arrangements (please circle) YES NO If yes, please specify:

Classic Kids 1: Stan and Mabel (EDUCATION WEEK) Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Ticket price: $10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Thursday 4 June

10am

Thursday 4 June

11.30am

Order of Preference*

No. of Students

No. of Parents

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

*Please list 2

Classic Kids 2: Clowning Around with Melvin Tix Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Ticket price: $10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Wednesday 21 October

1pm

Thursday 22 October

10am

Thursday 22 October

11:15am

Thursday 22 October

1pm

Friday 23 October

10am

Friday 23 October

11:15am

Friday 23 October

1pm

Order of Preference*

No. of Students

No. of Parents

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

*Please list 3

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Classic Kids 3: The Happiness Box in Geelong Costa Hall, Geelong Performing Arts Centre.

Ticket price: $10 per Student. Teachers free. $13 General Public. School bookings via GPAC (03) 5225 1207. General Public via GPAC Box Office (03) 5225 1200.

Classic Kids 3: The Happiness Box Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Ticket price: $10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Thursday 5 November

10am

Thursday 5 November

11:15am

Thursday 5 November

1pm

Friday 6 November

10am

Friday 6 November

11:15am

Friday 6 November

1pm

Order of Preference*

No. of Students

No. of Parents

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

*Please list 3

Education Week Opening Night: A Young Person’s Guide Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Ticket price: $10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Monday 1 June

6.30pm

Order of Preference*

No. of Students

No. of Parents

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

Meet the Orchestra: Pictures at an Exhibition Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Ticket price: $10 per Student and Parent. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Tuesday 2 June

12pm

Wednesday 3 June

10am

Wednesday 3 June

12pm

Order of Preference*

No. of Students

No. of Parents

*Please list 3

MSO Open Rehearsals

1 Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, Costa Hall, 2 Geelong Performing Arts Centre, 3 Melbourne Town Hall. Ticket price: $5 per Student. Teachers free.

Date

Time

Order of Preference*

Thursday 26 March 1

10am-12:30pm

Friday 22 May 1

10am-12:30pm

Friday 17 July 2

5pm-6pm

Thursday 6 August 1

10am-12:30pm

No. of Students

No. of Parents

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

Friday 11 September 3 10am-12:30pm *Please list 3

Keys to Music Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre. Ticket price: $15 per Student. Teachers free.

Date

Time

Tuesday 3 March

11am

No. of Students

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

Up Close and Musical: Introduced Species. Ticket price: $10 per Student. Teachers Free.

Date

Time

Wednesday 11 March

11.30am St Margarets School, Berwick

Location

Thursday 12 March

11.30am Wesley College, Glen Waverley

Friday 13 March

11.30am University High School, Parkville

No. of Students

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

*Please list 3

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Ears Wide Open Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre Ticket price: $15 per Student, Teachers free Date

Time

Tuesday 3 March

6:30pm

Tuesday 14 July

6:30pm

Tuesday 27 October

6:30pm

No. of Students

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

Music in the Classroom with Richard Gill Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Ticket price: $80 per teacher Date

Time

Monday 2 March

9am-1pm

Wednesday 4 March

9am-1pm

No. of Teachers

Total Seats

Choral Conducting Workshop with Jonathan Grieves-Smith

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

Ticket price: $150 per participant/$80 per observer Date

Time

Friday 24 July

9.15am-5:30pm

No. of Teachers

No. of Participants/Observers

Total Seats

Instrumental Conducting workshop with Benjamin Northey Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Ticket price: $150 per participant/$80 per observer Date

Time

Monday 15 June

9am-4:30pm

No. of Teachers

No. of Participants/Observers

MSO BOX OFFICE

FIRST CALL FUND

GPO Box 9994, Melbourne, VIC 3001

1. Schools applying for First Call Fund need to contact Arts Centre Melbourne direct to apply artscentremelbourne.com.au/firstcallfund

Phone: (03) 9929 9600 Fax: (03) 9929 9601 Email: boxoffice@mso.com.au

Total Seats

2. Please do not complete an MSO Booking Form 3. If successful, your booking will be made by Arts Centre Melbourne on your behalf

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EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 2015 DIARY March to May

Date

Time

Venue

Page

MSO Jams for Juniors

Saturday 7 February

10am 11am

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre T Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre D OU

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Music in the Classroom with Richard Gill

Monday 2 March Wednesday 4 March

12pm 1pm 9am-1pm 9am-1pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

15,17 15,17 12 12

Keys to Music

Tuesday 3 March

11am

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

10

Ears Wide Open 1

Tuesday 3 March

6.30pm

Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre

10

Jams for Juniors

Saturday 7 March

Up Close and Musical

Wednesday 11 March Thursday 12 March Friday 13 March

10am 11am 12pm 1pm 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC USouthbank Centre T LD O S OABC Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre St Margaret’s School Wesley College, Glen Waverley University High School

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MSO Family Jam

Saturday 28 March

11am 12.30pm

Deakin Edge, Federation Square Deakin Edge, Federation Square

15,17 15,17

Jams for Juniors

Saturday 9 May

MSO Open Rehearsal

Thursday 26 March

10am 11am 12pm 1pm 10am12:30pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Centre T USouthbank LD O S OABC Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

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MSO Open Rehearsal

Friday 22 May

10am12:30pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

9

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EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY Education Week

Date

Time

Venue

Page

Opening Night Concert

Monday 1 June

6.30pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

4,17

Meet the Orchestra

Tuesday 2 June Wednesday 3 June

12pm 10am 12pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

4,6 4,6 4,6

Secondary Symphony Project

Thursday 4 June

6.30pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

5,8

Classic Kids 1

Thursday 4 June

10am 11.30am

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

7 7

Family Classic Kids 1

Saturday 6 June

10am 11.15am

Melbourne Town Hall Melbourne Town Hall

7,16 7,16

Symphony in a Day

Saturday 6 June

8.30pm

Melbourne Town Hall

5,14

June to September

Date

Time

Venue

Instrumental Conducting Workshop with Benjamin Northey

Monday 15 June

9am4.30pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

MSO Jams for Juniors

Saturday 27 June

Ears Wide Open 2

Tuesday 14 July

10am 11am 12pm 1pm 6.30pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre OUT SOLD Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre

MSO Open Rehearsal

Friday 17 July

5pm-6pm Costa Hall, Geelong Performing Arts Centre

9

Choral Conducting Workshop with Jonathan Grieves-Smith

Friday 24 July

9:15am5:30pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

12

MSO Open Rehearsal

Thursday 6 August

10am12:30pm

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

9

MSO Snare Drum Award

Tuesday 11 August

6:30pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

13

MSO Jams for Juniors

Saturday 15 August

10am 11am 12pm 1pm

Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre OUT OLD Iwaki Auditorium, SABC Southbank Centre Iwaki Auditorium, ABC Southbank Centre

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ENGAGEMENT 2015 DIARY June to September cont.

Date

Time

Venue

MSO Open Rehearsal

Friday 11 September

10am12:30pm

Melbourne Town Hall

MSO Family Jam

Saturday 19 September 11am 12.30pm

Deakin Edge, Federation Square Deakin Edge, Federation Square

October to December

Date

Venue

MSO Jams for Juniors

Saturday 3 October

Time

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Tuesday 27 October

Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre

Classic Kids 3

Wednesday 4 November 12pm 1.30pm Thursday 5 November 10am 11.15am 1pm Friday 6 November 10am 11.15am 1pm Saturday 7 November 10am 11.15am 1pm

Classic Kids 2

Family Classic Kids 2

Family Classic Kids 3

6.30pm

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