2015 Ensemble Program Rehearsals, Tutorials & Concerts
Enriching young lives through the power of music
Since 1967, Melbourne Youth Music has been bringing young Victorian musicians together to participate in ensemble music-making. Through our educational program, Melbourne Youth Music continues to unleash creativity and empower tomorrow’s leaders through dedication and teamwork, ultimately, inspiring our members to reach their potential through music. To date, more than 30,000 students have taken part in our program, with many of our members fulfilling vital roles as leaders in business, arts and the music education community.
Our dream is that music is embraced and celebrated in Victoria, since it is instrumental in building community and developing the best in young people. Melbourne Youth Music is recognised as one of Australia’s leading centres for ensemble music making and training, and a meeting place for young musicians and their families who travel from all over metropolitan and regional Victoria to participate.
We play a leadership role in collaborating with education and music partners to ensure that a high quality music education is available for all students in Victoria.
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EVENT PARTNER
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Welcome to our 2015 Ensemble Program
I am proud to introduce our 2015 Ensemble Program and extend a warm welcome to new and returning members and conductors. In 2015 we welcome a new ensemble, Alexandra Cameron Strings, named in honour of one of Melbourne Youth Music’s founding members, providing an important stepping stone for members between our Melbourne Youth Junior Strings and Melbourne Youth Strings. Each ensemble will have the opportunity to take part in special projects – extension opportunities for participation and performance in the community, beyond the regular rehearsal and performance program. In response to your feedback, we have revised our concert structure to enable regional families to attend, while increasing mentoring opportunities between ensembles. We continue to offer a range of scholarships and I am very pleased to announce $12,000 in travel and fee scholarships for regional students, reflecting our belief that no learner should be excluded from our program based on disability, disadvantage, vulnerability or location. Further information will be available on our website, mym.org.au. Congratulations to the MYM Artistic and Education team and ensemble conductors for developing a refreshing, educational and engaging 2015 program.
DORIAN JONES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
ORCHESTRAL PROGRAM Melbourne Youth Orchesta Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra
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STRING PROGRAM Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings Melbourne Youth Strings Alexandra Cameron Strings Melbourne Youth Junior Strings
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BAND PROGRAM Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony John Antill Youth Band
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CONCERT DATES HOW TO APPLY
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Front cover: HARVEY FERGUSON STREET PIER, WILLIAMSTOWN 3
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SADIE PUFFING BILLY, BELGRAVE
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Melbourne Youth Orchestra
Join the esteemed Melbourne Youth Orchestra and play ambitious repertoire in one of Australia’s finest youth orchestras. Melbourne Youth Orchestra is recognised as one of Australia’s leading ensemble training programs, with many of our members advancing to professional careers. Join aspiring musicians from across Victoria in a program that replicates a professional orchestra environment and offers leadership, solo and collaborative opportunities for every instrument group. Throughout the program you’ll work with some of the most respected conductors in Australia and be exposed to a variety of genres, interpretations and styles.
Join Melbourne Youth Orchestra to: • Extend your knowledge and experience of core repertoire in a variety of performance scenarios. • Raise your level of orchestral playing to a high standard in a professional environment. • Develop your artistic interpretation under the guidance of guest conductors and specialist tutors. • Build your repertoire knowledge and professional skills in preparation for your future career. • Play in a full symphony orchestra with Victoria’s best young musicians.
MELBOURNE YOUTH ORCHESTRA Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 8+ or equivalent Approximate age range: 15 – 25 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:30pm – 5:00pm
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CONCERT ONE Fantasy on Fantasia
Monday 30 March, 6:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
75 years after its initial release, Disney’s Fantasia remains a timeless classic, delighting youngsters and adults alike.
PETER BANDY Guest Conductor
To celebrate the anniversary of this animated triumph, Melbourne Youth Orchestra will present a musical selection from the iconic 1940 film and its sequel, Fantasia 2000.
TCHAIKOVSKY The Nutcracker Suite No.1, Op. 71a
The Fantasia soundstracks contain some of the most iconic and revered works in the classical repertoire and offer a magnificent introduction to the orchestral genre.
BEETHOVEN Symphony No.5: mvt 1
This concert program has everything from Bach to Beethoven including the magical Sorcerer’s Apprentice, the playful Dance of the Hours, and the splendour of Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance.
JS BACH Toccata and Fugue, BWV565, in d minor (arr Stokowski)
DUKAS The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
PONCHIELLI La Gioconda: Dance of the Hours ELGAR Pomp and Circumstance: Marches 1-4
Gain insight into some of the most well-loved works in the orchestral repertoire.
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RACHAEL SILVAN RESERVOIR, SILVAN
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Melbourne Youth Orchestra
CONCERT TWO THE BRIT AND THE BEES
CONCERT THREE HUNGARIAN RHAPSODIES
Sunday 21 June, 7:00pm Iwaki Auditorium
Sunday 30 August, 7:00pm Iwaki Auditorium
MARCO VAN PAGEE Guest Conductor RAVEL Pavane pour une infante défunte POULENC Les Biches: Suite VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Symphony No.2 in G Major A London Symphony
CAROLYN WATSON Guest Conductor KODÁLY Dances of Galánta LISZT Les Préludes, S.97 (Symphonic Poem No.3) BARTÓK Concerto for Orchestra
CONCERT FOUR THE INEXTINGUISHABLE SPECIAL PROJECT CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Sunday 8 November, 7:00pm Iwaki Auditorium
Thursday 24 December
WARWICK STENGÅRDS Guest Conductor
Sidney Myer Music Bowl SCHREKER Nachtstück JOHN FOREMAN Guest Conductor For one of the most anticipated events in the annual calendar, selected MYO members will be invited to perform at Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight. Broadcast to the entire nation, this performance opportunity offers an insight into the commercial world and the chance to rub shoulders with some of Australia’s most recognised pop, theatre and classical talent!
STRAVINSKY Symphony in 3 Movements NIELSEN Symphony No. 4 The Inextinguishable
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Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra
Join Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra and be a part of one of Australia’s most exciting full-sized training orchestras. PAT MILLER This orchestra has honoured one of Australia’s greatest composers, Percy Grainger since it was founded in 1974 with the personal blessing of his widow, Ella Ström. The orchestra has continued to be one of the most exciting orchestral training programs in the country, where many members experience playing in a full-sized orchestra for the first time. Join young musicians from around Victoria and embark on an introduction to core orchestral repertoire in a supportive and caring environment.
PERCY GRAINGER YOUTH ORCHESTRA Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 6+ or equivalent Approximate age range: 14 – 20
Conductor
Since completing his Masters study under John Hopkins in 2003, Pat Miller has enjoyed a burgeoning career as a professional conductor, working across Australia with OzOpera, Orchestra Victoria, and the Tasmanian, Queensland, Adelaide and Western Australian Symphony Orchestras. Internationally Pat has worked with the Auckland Philharmonic, the Opera de Paris, the BBC Symphony, the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and Opera de Lyon. In 2012, he undertook conducting tours of China, leading opera performances across the country including Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. An engaging and dedicated music professional, Pat is closely involved with education programs at Patma Music, St Michael’s Grammar School and Victorian Opera. Pat has a personal love of opera and maintains a firm commitment to the development and presentation of Australian and contemporary repertoire.
Rehearsals: Saturday 9:00am – 12:30pm
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Join Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Play with a full orchestra led by an engaging, energetic and well-respected known conductor and educator. • Learn to work with a variety of instrument families, developing your ensemble technique and orchestral skills. • Cultivate your own stylistic interpretation through in-depth training designed to promote your individual artistry within the orchestral setting.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 7:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 12:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT VIRTUOSITY 2015 GRAND FINAL Sunday 9 August Virtuosity 2015 is a three-stage concerto soloist development program in a competition setting. At its conclusion, Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra share the stage with three final soloists, gaining rare and valuable experience in this important aspect of orchestral performance. 11
BARNABAS HEIDE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, BULLEEN
Inge King, Rings of Saturn 2005-6, stainless steel, 450 x 450 x 450 cm, commissioned through the Heide Foundation with significant assistance from Lindsay and Paula Fox 2005
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Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings
Join Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings to challenge yourself and gain confidence as a musician. Our leading string ensemble, Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings, led by conductor David le Guen, is where you’ll join the best young string players selected to explore advanced ensemble playing and rehearsal technique. You will be supported through a small group focus where each member brings their unique perspective to the ensemble.
MELBOURNE YOUTH CHAMBER STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 5 – 6 or equivalent Approximate age range: 14 – 18 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:00pm – 4:00pm
DAVID LE GUEN Conductor
Canberra-born violinist and conductor David Le Guen studied conducting with Max McBride in Canberra and with Myer Fredman in Hobart where he was awarded a special conducting scholarship from the Australian Opera Awards Committee. David has conducted the Tasmanian and Canberra Youth Orchestras, the Derwent Symphony Orchestra and recently appeared as both conductor and soloist with the Kooyong Chamber Players, Melbourne. Since 2012, he has conducted the Frankston Symphony Orchestra. As a violinist, David has played with Canberra Symphony Orchestra and Australian Youth Orchestra. His violin teachers have included the late Professor Jan Sedivka, Len Dommet and Tor Fromhyr. He holds music degrees from the Australian National University and the University of Tasmania, completing a doctorate in violin performance. David is a passionate music educator having taught music and violin at Geelong Grammar School and Presbyterian Ladies College, where he currently holds the position of Head of Strings. 14
Join Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 12:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Explore core string repertoire through specialised chamber ensemble training. • Learn advanced performance techniques, including extended bow techniques. • Learn to interpret and respond to musical signals and cues from the conductor and your fellow musicians. • Develop leadership skills and a strong understanding of what it means to be an ensemble musician.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 7:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 4:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT SOUNDS GREAT Saturday 18 July Sounds Great is the Victorian Music and Education Conference, welcoming some of the world’s best music educators to Melbourne. Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings will have the opportunity to work with a world-class conductor in an open and live-streamed string performance workshop. 15
Melbourne Youth Strings
Join Melbourne Youth Strings to fast-track your music education. One of Victoria’s largest string ensembles, Melbourne Youth Strings is the best place for you to meet other string players from across the state and enjoy making your contribution to a full string sound. Amberley Bremner will lead Melbourne Youth String musicians to explore new challenges beyond basic ensemble technique, and take the next steps in their musical development.
MELBOURNE YOUTH STRINGS
AMBERLEY BREMNER Conductor
Amberley is a passionate and experienced performer, educator and conductor, and has held a number of positions in both Melbourne and Brisbane. She was formerly Head of Strings at Loyola College, and is currently Coordinator of Strings at Eltham High School. Amberley studied violin with Julie Hewison and Dr Lerida Delbridge, piano with Glen Riddle and conducting in Australia and Europe. With a Masters’ degrees from the University of Melbourne in music performance, research and music therapy, her passion lies with instilling in young people a life-long love and appreciation of music.
Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 4 – 5 or equivalent Approximate age range: 10 – 16 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:30am – 12:30pm
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Join Melbourne Youth Strings to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 12:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Expand your repertoire knowledge. • Engage in effective and critical listening.
CONCERT TWO
• Learn performance practice and consolidate new skills through performances in a variety of venues.
Sunday 9 August, 7:00pm
• Develop the foundations of good posture and technique to set you up for a lifetime of playing.
Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 4:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT AUSTA CONFERENCE Sunday 17 May The Australian String Association celebrates the work of string players across the country and the Victorian chapter will convene for their annual string performer’s festival to hear string groups of all ages in performances and workshops. Set amongst string players of all ages, this new performance exists for Melbourne Youth Strings members to offer a new concert platform and the opportunity to hear musicians and peers from across the state. 17
Alexandra Cameron Strings
Join Alexandra Cameron Strings to consolidate and develop your ensemble experience. Melbourne Youth Music is proud to introduce our new ensemble, the Alexandra Cameron Strings, named in honour of one of the founders of Melbourne Youth Music, Dr Alexandra Cameron MBE, whose involvement was paramount to the creation and success of the program. The Alexandra Cameron Strings, led by conductor Sarah Busuttil, will help you to progress and provide the stepping stone to advanced levels of ensemble string playing.
ALEXANDRA CAMERON STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 3 – 4 or equivalent Approximate age range: 9 – 13 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:30pm – 4:30pm
SARAH BUSUTTIL Conductor
Sarah Busuttil has played and toured with orchestras and ensembles for over 20 years, including the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra, Melbourne Opera Orchestra and VCA Orchestra. In 2007, Sarah was chosen by Dr Alexandra Cameron to perform Bach’s Double Violin Concerto (with soloist Holly Piccoli) throughout Europe with the Chamber Strings of Melbourne. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Music at the Victorian College of the Arts in Violin under the tutorship of Michael Loftus-Hills and Mark Mogilevski. Sarah is currently the Artistic Director of Strings West and instrumental teacher and ensemble leader at Westbourne Grammar School, where she conducts their Junior String Orchestra. Sarah feels honoured to conduct the Alexandra Cameron Strings and is proud to be able to pass on the same inspiration she received through her musical upbringing to the new generation of young musicians.
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Join Alexandra Cameron Strings to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Strengthen, consolidate and extend your ensemble skills learnt in Junior Strings. • Further develop and refine tuning and playing techniques. • Be introduced to new repertoire from many genres of string music.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 12:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 7:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
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Melbourne Youth Junior Strings
Join Melbourne Youth Junior Strings and perform in professionally-staged concerts with new friends. For many musicians, Melbourne Youth Junior Strings will be their first ensemble experience and a place where life-long friends are made and a life-long love of music begins. Members receive support from our team of expert tutors every week in a new learning environment that builds on individual lessons, encouraging progress based on individual ability. In Melbourne Youth Junior Strings, you will be able to build your confidence, perform in professionally-staged concerts and take your first steps on the pathway to success through our Ensemble Program.
MELBOURNE YOUTH JUNIOR STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 2 – 3 or equivalent
KIERAN CASEY Conductor
Kieran Casey has been conducting Melbourne Youth Junior Strings since it was created in 2009, bringing over 20 years of experience as a performer and music educator. Melbourne Youth Junior Strings has since flourished from a small group of about twenty members, into an ensemble with more than sixty regular members. Kieran has been extensively involved in all areas of music training for young people, having taught cello and classroom music at various schools, and also as an experienced orchestral and choral conductor. As an examiner and adjudicator, Kieran has worked with the Australian Musical Examinations Board (AMEB) and several eisteddfodau around the greater Melbourne area. Kieran is currently Head of Music at Kostka Hall, Xavier College.
Approximate age range: 8 – 12 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm
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Join Melbourne Youth Junior Strings to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 7:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Learn new and exciting repertoire. • Extend your musical development with weekly tutorial guidance. • Develop the foundations of ensemble skills, such as aural development, sight-reading skills and playing with others. • Build confidence and social skills in a safe and nurturing environment. • Have fun playing with friends and performing for your family.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 12:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 12:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT ROYAL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Monday 21 September Share your musical skills and make a positive impact in the community in a chamber concert for the patients and families at the Royal Children’s Hospital. This lunchtime performance opportunity assists with rehabilitation, while giving selected ensemble members a unique performance opportunity.
ENSEMBLE PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
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AUDREY & AMELIA VICTORIA STREET, RICHMOND
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Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony
Join Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony and play in a band where everyone is committed to their musical education and enjoys making music together. RICK PLUMMER Conductor The award-winning Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony is considered as one of the best bands in Victoria and brings together the finest young wind, brass and percussion musicians from across the state. Led by conductor Rick Plummer, this is ensemble learning in the fast lane. Musicians will be challenged with advanced and varied musical repertoire, meeting like-minded peers who enjoy making music together.
MELBOURNE YOUTH WIND SYMPHONY Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 5+ or equivalent
Rick has been the Conductor of Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony since the beginning of 2010, overseeing the development of the ensemble from a young intermediate band, to the outstanding group of musicians that make it one of the finest youth ensembles in Victoria. Throughout his career, Rick has been actively involved with teaching young musicians and directing ensembles at Marryatville High School, Wilderness Girls School, SA State Music Camp and Moriah College Music Camp. Since taking his current position as Director of Music at Eltham High School there have been many highlights, the most memorable being the Symphonic Band performances that saw them win the Premier Wind Ensemble section at the Royal South Street Eisteddfod in 2012 and 2013.
Approximate age range: 12 – 20 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:30pm – 5:00pm ENSEMBLE PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
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Join Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 12:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Build and develop leadership qualities and sectional knowledge to solidify your core ensemble skills. • Expand your knowledge of symphonic wind band repertoire.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 3:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Learn to interpret and understand music to an advanced level. • Learn to develop and vary your personal tone and sound, balancing within a complete wind ensemble.
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 7:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT MELBOURNE YOUTH WIND SYMPHONY CAMP
MELBOURNE YOUTH WIND SYMPHONY RECORDING PROJECT
7-9 March
19 & 20 September
| CAMP FEE $385
Offering a bonding experience, members will travel to Bright for a weekend of focussed rehearsals and tutorials. This camp will fast track the ensemble’s development and provide an opportunity to consolidate work on more challenging repertoire through establishing morale and a peer support network. The camp is open to all Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony members.
In collaboration with Brolga Publishing, Melbourne Wind Symphony will read new Australian repertoire and record these works prior to publication. Experience a new side of the music industry, extend sight-reading and ensemble skills and premiere important new compositions.
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John Antill Youth Band
Join John Antill Youth Band, where many of today’s professional musicians got their start. The John Antill Youth Band has a reputation for nurturing young wind, brass and percussion students in a creative environment, providing opportunities for developing players at a level not offered by any other organisation in Victoria. This is an ensemble where life-long friendships are formed with like-minded musicians.
JOHN ANTILL YOUTH BAND Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 2 – 4 or equivalent
JEMIMA BUNN Conductor
Jemima Bunn holds a Bachelor of Education from The University of Melbourne and completed her Masters in Music Education at University of Wisconsin. She has extensive experience in music education, directing music programs at Camberwell High School, Ivanhoe Grammar and Glen Waverley Secondary College and working as an Instrumental Music Coordinator at the Eastern Metropolitan Region, Victoria. Jemima has conducted ensembles for Melbourne Youth Music, the Eastern Region Concerts, the University of Wisconsin Summer Music Clinic and University of Southern Mississippi Honour Band. She has performed with numerous ensembles such as the Melbourne Youth Symphonic Band, the Australian National Youth Band and Australian Wind Orchestra and is currently conducting the Melbourne Wind Ensemble.
Approximate age range: 10 – 16 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:30am – 12:30pm
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Join John Antill Youth Band to:
CONCERT ONE Sunday 29 March, 7:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
• Enjoy playing together with fellow musicians at a similar standard across a variety of instrument families. • Foster a love of music through performing with peers, progressing together in a team environment. • Improve instrumental technique and expand your repertoire knowledge. • Share great experiences and enjoy music with friends away from school.
CONCERT TWO Sunday 9 August, 3:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT THREE Sunday 15 November, 12:00pm The National Theatre, St Kilda
SPECIAL PROJECT ANZAC DAY MARCH Saturday 25 April Marking the centenary of the First World War, John Antill Youth Band will participate in the ANZAC Day March, a performance opportunity not often available to musicians of this age. This performance marks the first in a number of projects celebrating the ANZAC story in remembrance of Australia’s war experiences at home and abroad. 27
HAMISH MOOR STREET, FITZROY
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Concert dates
CONCERT DAY ONE Sunday 29 March Deakin Edge, Federation Square 12:00pm
4:00pm
Melbourne Youth Strings
CONCERT DAY THREE Sunday 15 November The National Theatre, St Kilda 12:00pm
John Antill Youth Band
Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony
Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra
Alexandra Cameron Strings
4:00pm
Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra 7:00pm
Melbourne Youth Junior Strings
Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings
Melbourne Youth Junior Strings John Antill Youth Band
Melbourne Youth Strings Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings
7:00pm
Alexandra Cameron Strings Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony
CONCERT DAY TWO Sunday 9 August Deakin Edge, Federation Square 12:00pm
Melbourne Youth Junior Strings Alexandra Cameron Strings
3:30pm
John Antill Youth Band Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony
7:00pm
Melbourne Youth Strings Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra
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How to apply
AUDITIONS
AUDITION VENUE
Auditions will be held over two weekends (29 and 30 November / 6 and 7 December 2014).
Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne School of Music Building 234 St Kilda Road Southbank, VIC, 3006
Applicants will be notified of their audition times by email on Friday 31 October and audition results will be distributed on Friday 12 December.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS Audition requirements vary by ensemble:
Melbourne Youth Orchestra, Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra, Melbourne Youth Chamber Strings, Melbourne Youth Wind Symphony: • One solo work of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) • Excerpts provided upon application • Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level
RECORDED AUDITIONS Applicants who are unable to attend a live audition can submit a recorded audition. Complete the online application form and pay the audition fee, then contact Melbourne Youth Music to be advised of recording format requirements. All materials must be received by 5:00pm, Friday 21 November 2014.
KEY DATES TERM DATES 19 Sep
Applications open
17 Oct
Applications close
31 Oct
Notification of audition times
John Antill Youth Band, Melbourne Youth Strings, Alexandra Cameron Strings:
29-30 Nov
Auditions
6-7 Dec
Auditions
• Two contrasting solo works of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) • Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level
12 Dec
First round offers made
Melbourne Youth Junior Strings • One solo work of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) • Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level
2015 9 Jan
Closing date to accept offers
23 Jan
Second round offers made
7 Feb
Ensemble Program begins
7 Feb
Membership fees due
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ENSEMBLE MEMBERSHIP FEES
SCHOLARSHIPS
$790 Annual membership fees
MYM offers a number of scholarships, bursaries and payment plans to support the development of young musicians, particularly tertiary students, those experiencing financial hardship, and members living in and travelling from regional areas. Further details will be provided with first round offers in December.
$750 Concession* membership fees * Applicable to full-time students, pensioners, Health Care Card holders, or additional siblings, no further discounts apply.
* Proof of concession must be supplied via email prior to commencement.
* In the case of the member being under 18 at the time of enrolment, the concession applies to the parent or guardian.
REHEARSAL VENUE
APPLICATIONS
Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne School of Music Building 234 St Kilda Road Southbank, VIC, 3006
Applications are made through our online application form mym.org.au and must be submitted by 5:00pm Friday 17 October 2014. All applicants must be aged 8 to 25 years on 1 January, 2015.
The photographs in this booklet feature Melbourne Youth Music members from around Victoria at iconic locations representing their local neighbourhoods.
PAYMENTS All applications are processed following payment of a non-refundable fee of $55, via our online payment system. Full details will be available upon submission of the online application form. Refunds will not be available to any applicant who withdraws from their audition.
MEMBERSHIP REFUNDS Refunds will not be available to any member who withdraws part way through the program. Extenuating circumstances will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will be at the sole discretion of MYM.
TERM DATES TERM ONE Saturday 7 February – Saturday 28 March Mid-term break: Saturday 7 March
TERM TWO Saturday 18 April – Saturday 20 June Mid-term break: Saturdays 25 April and 6 June
TERM THREE Saturday 18 July – Saturday 12 Sept Mid-term break: Saturday 15 August
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TERM FOUR Saturday 10 October – Saturday 14 November *Additional Special Projects are listed per ensemble.
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