Ensemble Program Rehearsals, Tutorials & Concerts
Enriching young lives through the power of music Since 1967, Melbourne Youth Music has been inspiring young people to reach their potential through music, unleashing creativity and empowering tomorrow’s leaders through dedication and teamwork. We achieve these goals by offering educational programs that build confidence both as performers and as future leaders in the community. 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 Melbourne and regional Victoria to participate.
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To date, more than 30,000 students have taken part in our program, a substantial number now fulfilling vital roles in business, arts and the music education community. 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. 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.
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Welcome to our 2014 Ensemble Program ORCHESTRAL PROGRAM Melbourne Youth Orchestra Star Wars New Zealand Tour Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra
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CHRIS CLARK CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
We are proud of Melbourne’s reputation as one of the world’s great cultural cities. With the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, we’ll continue our partnership in 2014 that builds on a tradition of music education excellence in Victoria. From February to November, Victoria’s finest young musicians will come together each Saturday at the outstanding facilities offered by the Southbank Campus of the Faculty of the Victorian College of the Arts at the University of Melbourne. With the support of Freemasons Victoria, we’ve put together an exciting program on and off the stage, our best ever line-up of conductors and music educators, exciting repertoire, and unforgettable performance experiences.
STRING PROGRAM Chamber Strings Youth Strings Junior Strings
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BAND PROGRAM Wind Symphony John Antill Youth Band
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MYM AMPLIFIED Clarinet Masterclass 28 Virtuosity 29
SCHOLARSHIPS 31 HOW TO APPLY 32
Also in 2014, we launch MYM Amplified, a range of online initiatives designed to leverage greater benefits of our program for members, and to reach out to a wider portion of our community. Explore our program and apply online. We look forward to seeing you in 2014!
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Melbourne Youth Orchestra Want to add your name to the list of musicians who transitioned from student to professional through Melbourne Youth Orchestra? With a proven history of training today’s professional musicians, Melbourne Youth Orchestra is recognised as one of Australia’s finest ensemble training programs. The competitive entry process guarantees you’ll work alongside aspiring musicians selected from across Victoria in a program that replicates a professional orchestral environment. You’ll take part in unforgettable performances in some of Melbourne’s finest venues, and be offered leadership, solo and collaborative opportunities with elite artists, arts organisations and educational institutions.
Why you should join Melbourne Youth Orchestra: T o study in-depth the most advanced classical and contemporary orchestral repertoire rarely performed by school or community orchestras T o play in a full-scale symphony orchestra with the best young musicians in Victoria T o challenge your musical ability, build your reputation and expand your social and professional network T o be guided by high-profile guest conductors who share musical interpretations and support your development T o access our team of tutors drawn from Victoria’s top professional orchestras and tertiary institutions
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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Star Wars The 2014 Melbourne Youth Orchestra program launches with music from the iconic Star Wars films – music that for two generations has been linked with youth around the world, many musicians saying that the soundtrack to Star Wars influenced their decision to take up an instrument. Making our debut at Melbourne Recital Centre on International Star Wars Day, the auditorium will divide into Jedi and Sith seating for an event that combines full orchestra, choir, actors, sound effects and lighting. If you’re auditioning for Melbourne Youth Orchestra, may the force be with you!
CONCERT ONE STAR WARS Sunday 4 May, 5:00pm Melbourne Recital Centre BRETT KELLY Guest Conductor ACTORS from 501st and Rebel Legions The Tusken Raider Choir, Grand Choir of the Republic & Imperial Army Chorale
WILLIAMS Ep I D uel of the Fates The Flag Parade Ep II A cross the Stars Ep III Battle of the Heroes Ep IV M ain Titles Imperial March Throne Room and End Titles Ep V Asteroid Field Ep VI The Forrest Battle
We need your support to make this ambitious event a reality. Donate to our Pozible campaign pozible.com/mymstarwars and secure premium seating before tickets go on sale to the public. There’s a whole range of rewards in exchange for your support, including VIP passes to our Mos Eisley space port at interval where you’ll be entertained by the Cantina Band.
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Melbourne Youth Orchestra CONCERT TWO
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COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 7:30pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
TRIPLE BILL Sunday 9 November, 2:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank
MARK SHIELL Guest Conductor
PAUL FITZSIMON Guest Conductor
VERDI Nabucco: Overture RESPIGHI Pines of Rome
MOZART German Dances STRAUSS, R Der Rosenkavalier, Op.59: Suite HINDSON Rave-Elation
CONCERT THREE
CONCERT FIVE
MEMBER’S CHOICE Sunday 7 September, 2:30pm Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank
VISION AUSTRALIA’S CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Wednesday 24 December, 8:00pm Sidney Myer Music Bowl
MARCO VAN PAGEE Guest Conductor JOHN FOREMAN Conductor PROGRAM A BARTÓK Four Orchestral Pieces, Op.12 BEETHOVEN Symphony No.5 in C minor OR PROGRAM B STRAVINSKY Le baiser de la fée: Divertimento PROKOFIEV Symphony No.7 in C# minor, Op.131 Vote on Facebook for your favourite program to be performed by the orchestra: www.facebook.com/MelbYouthMusic
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New Zealand Tour Performing Mahler 2 is a once in a generation opportunity, with the greatest musical climax ever written calling for enormous orchestral forces, vocal soloists and massed choir. The ‘Resurrection Symphony’ has been selected to represent the resilience of Christchurch following the devastating earthquake of 2011. To present this work will be a special moment in the history of Christchurch and a life-long memory for members of Melbourne Youth Orchestra. Participation in this project will be by invitation, candidates for Melbourne Youth Orchestra should indicate at the time of application if they would like to make themselves available for this tour. TOUR FEE $1,250 Tour fees include airfares, accommodation, transport, group sightseeing, meals, comprehensive travel insurance, and workshops with local musicians. Tour fees will be payable in two instalments: March and June 2014.
RESURRECTION SYMPHONY Saturday 12 July, 7:30pm Wigram Airforce Base, Christchurch TOM WOODS Conductor CHRISTCHURCH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CHRISTCHURCH YOUTH ORCHESTRA CHRISTCHURCH CITY CHOIR MAHLER Symphony No.2 in C minor ‘Resurrection’
MYM AMPLIFIED FED TV BROADCAST Saturday 23 August, 6:00pm The performance of Mahler 2 featuring Melbourne Youth Orchestra will be broadcast on the Federation Square Big Screen for MYM Amplified. Bring your family and friends, grab one of the deck chairs on the main square and enjoy this free public event.
Full details and tour itinerary will be released early 2014.
TOUR PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
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Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra Do you want to join one of Australia’s most exciting full-sized training orchestras? For many, Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra will be their first experience in a full-sized symphony orchestra, making it one of the most exciting orchestral training programs in the country. Since 1974, the orchestra has honoured one of Australia’s finest composers, Percy Grainger, coming together with the personal blessing of Ella Ström, Percy Grainger’s widow. The orchestra continues to build on its reputation for excellence with a combination of exciting repertoire and an inspirational program of regular rehearsals and tutorial sessions.
PERCY GRAINGER YOUTH ORCHESTRA Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 6+ or equivalent Approximate age range: 14 – 20 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:00am – 12:30pm
MARK SHIELL CONDUCTOR
Mark Shiell has conducted concerts in Russia, Japan and Australia with ensembles such as the West Australian and Melbourne Symphony Orchestras, Victorian Opera, Sydney Sinfonia, Halcyon Ensemble, Canberra Symphony, Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa and the St Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra. Mark is regularly sought after to work with youth ensembles and in recent years has worked with the orchestras of the Australian National University School of Music, Sydney Conservatorium, University of Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, Monash Academy and Victorian State Music Camp. He is currently the Principal Conductor of Zelman Symphony Orchestra, Macquarie Philharmonia, Canberra Concerto Orchestra and has been conductor of Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra since 2012.
Why you should join Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra: T o experience the energy of a full-sized symphony orchestra, learn new repertoire and practice towards shared goals To develop rehearsal and ensemble skills that allow you to extend your playing T o challenge yourself beyond your school or community ensemble with regular sectionals led by professional orchestral tutors T o join the social atmosphere each Saturday, meeting talented string, wind, brass and percussion musicians from across Victoria To perform complete orchestral works, alongside other talented musicians in professional-standard concerts
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square BIZET Carmen: Suite No.1 & 2 BIZET Arias from the opera Carmen with soloists from Dame Nellie Melba Opera Trust
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 7:30pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds MUSSORGSKY Night on a Bald Mountain TCHAIKOVSKY Swan Lake: Suite, Op.20a BORODIN Prince Igor: Polovtsian Dances
CONCERT THREE VIRTUOSITY Sunday 14 September, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square ROSSINI Thieving Magpie: Overture FINALISTS from Virtuosity perform concertos with Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra (see p.29)
SPECIAL PROJECT Selected members of Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra will perform Pines of Rome with Melbourne Youth Orchestra at the Community Concert, Sunday 22 June. Invitations will be made during Term 1, 2014.
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square GRIEG Peer Gynt: Suite No.1, Op.46 GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue DVOŘÁK Symphony No.9 ‘From the New World’
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Chamber Strings Do you want to challenge yourself and gain confidence as a musician? Chamber Strings is our most exclusive ensemble, the pinnacle of our string program, where you’ll join the best young string players selected to explore advanced ensemble playing and rehearsal technique. Chamber music has been described as the music of friends; a team effort where you communicate in a way that you could never do with words. In this way, each member will bring something unique, everyone really wants to be there and enjoys making music together.
CHAMBER STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 5 – 6 or equivalent Approximate age range: 14 – 18 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:00pm – 4:00pm
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MARY JOHNSTON DIRECTOR
Mary Johnston is passionate about the art of ensemble playing and is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and experiences with students. After majoring in performance and composition at Sheffield University, Mary gained a Post Graduate Diploma at the National Centre for Orchestral Studies in London. Following a season with the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, Mary joined West Australian Symphony Orchestra, then Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Mary is now heavily involved with teaching young musicians, she is currently Head of Strings at Melbourne Girls Grammar School, Musical Director of Concertante String Ensemble and is Concertmaster of Zelman Symphony Orchestra and Camberwell Camerata Orchestra.
Why you should join Chamber Strings: T o receive specialised training from one of Australia’s most experienced string teachers and performers T o experience a small group focus that allows members to receive personal support and play at their best, surrounded by other high standard musicians T o be introduced to our team of tutors, Melbourne’s finest professional string players T o make the step from educationally-based music, to the very best string ensemble repertoire selected from around the world
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 12:00pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
CONCERT THREE Sunday 14 September, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
T o learn the techniques behind professional chamber music and orchestral playing
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Youth Strings Are you ready to fast-track your music education? Youth Strings is your next step as a developing string player, where you’ll build your confidence and fast-track your education. As Victoria’s largest string ensemble, this is the best place for you to meet other string players from across the State and enjoy making your contribution to the full string sound. You’ll benefit from the expertise of our team of specialist tutors, and experience a wide range of music that ensures you get the maximum musical experience and achieve your learning goals.
YOUTH STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 4 – 5 or equivalent Approximate age range: 10 – 16 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:30am – 12:30pm
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HAMISH PATERSON CONDUCTOR
Hamish Paterson completed a Bachelor of Music at the Victorian College of the Arts, and a Graduate Diploma in Education at Monash University. He works extensively in music education, teaching violin and viola as well as conducting ensembles at Loreto Mandeville Hall and Ivanhoe Girls Grammar. Hamish is also President of the Australian Strings Teachers’ Association and manages the Paul McDermott scholarship. Hamish has been Music Director for a number of amateur musicals in Melbourne including: Kismet, The Merry Widow, Pirates of Penzance, All Shook Up and Hello Dolly, and continues to play the violin and viola for ensembles across Melbourne.
Why you should join Youth Strings: T o build your confidence as a musician, measure your progress and be supported by our team of specialist string tutors T o participate in the best learning environment for advancing individual playing, sight-reading and ensemble skills T o build your appreciation of music surrounded by friends of a similar age and musical ability T o challenge yourself in a supportive learning environment with a wide range of new music
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 12:00pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
CONCERT THREE Sunday 14 September, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 4:00pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
T o complement individual music lessons with ensemble skills such as communication and teamwork, concentration, critical listening and rehearsal etiquette
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Junior Strings Do you want to perform in professionally-staged concerts with new friends, in front of proud parents? Be introduced to Melbourne’s string community, where friends gather each Saturday morning to share their music. There’s no other program like this in Australia, you’ll receive support from our team of expert tutors who build your confidence, encourage your development, and help you take your first steps on the pathway to success through our Ensemble Program. Make your commitment to Junior Strings and get ready to play lots of new music, learn more about your instrument and share performances with other string players from across Victoria.
JUNIOR STRINGS Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 2 – 3 or equivalent Approximate age range: 8 – 12 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm
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KIERAN CASEY CONDUCTOR
Kieran Casey has been conducting Junior Strings since it was created in 2009, bringing over 20 years of experience as a performer and music educator. 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.
Why you should join Junior Strings: T o learn from Melbourne’s most energetic conductor, a highly-experienced AMEB examiner, who knows how to get the best out of each string player T o complement your school and individual music lessons in ensemble rehearsals with students from across Victoria T o be supported by our tutorial team, who lead weekly sectional rehearsals, and support and encourage your development within the ensemble T o perform with new friends who love music as much as you do in Victoria’s most advanced program of family concerts T o be rewarded for your practice and to reach inspirational learning goals
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 12:00pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
CONCERT THREE Sunday 14 September, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
SPECIAL PROJECT ROYAL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Monday 22 September, 12:30pm The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
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Wind Symphony Do you want to play in a band where everyone is committed, wants to be there and enjoys making music together? Wind Symphony is the pinnacle of our band program, and brings together the very best young wind, brass and percussion players from across Victoria who want to challenge themselves and advance their instrumental and ensemble skills. With each member’s dedication and teamwork, the support of Melbourne’s specialist band tutors, inspirational repertoire, collaborative music making and full sections, it’s not hard to see why this award-winning ensemble has achieved a reputation as the best youth band in Victoria.
WIND SYMPHONY Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 5+ or equivalent Approximate age range: 12 – 20 Rehearsals: Saturday 1:30pm – 5:00pm
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RICK PLUMMER CONDUCTOR
Adelaide born conductor, trumpeter and music educator, Rick Plummer, began playing music with the Campbelltown Brass Band at age 8, receiving lessons from his father. He later studied trumpet and conducting at Flinders Street School of Music and the Elder Conservatorium of Music. Rick moved to Melbourne in 2008 to take up the position of Coordinator of Brass at St Kevin’s College, Toorak. Throughout his career, Rick has been actively involved with teaching young musicians and directing school bands at Cabra Dominican College, Wilderness Girls School, Marryatville High School, SA State Music Camp and Moriah College Music Camp. Rick has been conductor of Wind Symphony since 2010 and recently took up the position of Director of Music at Eltham High School.
Why you should join Wind Symphony: To participate in an advanced ensemble that focuses on wind, brass and percussion technique T o discover the most demanding repertoire not performed by school and community bands o play alongside other talented musicians T in a large symphonic wind band with all instruments represented T o enjoy band repertoire with musicians who look forward to rehearsals and want to develop as an ensemble T o be inspired by one of Australia’s leading band conductors and experience a wide range of performance and rehearsal activities
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 4:00pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
SPECIAL PROJECT ROYAL SOUTH STREET Saturday 6 September, 7:30pm Her Majesty’s Theatre, Ballarat
CONCERT THREE Sunday 14 September, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
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John Antill Youth Band Want to know where many of today’s professional musicians got their start? Founded in 1976, the John Antill Youth Band has a reputation for nurturing young wind, brass and percussion students and is where many of today’s professional musicians, conductors and teachers began their musical journey. The creative environment ensures opportunities for developing players at a level not offered by any other organisation in Victoria. With the added support of our specialist tutors, the program is sure to encourage young talent and build each musician’s confidence.
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.
JOHN ANTILL YOUTH BAND Approximate standard: AMEB Grade 2 – 4 or equivalent Approximate age range: 10 – 16 Rehearsals: Saturday 9:30am – 12:00pm
Jemima has conducted ensembles for Melbourne Youth Music, the Eastern Region Concerts, the University of Wisconsin Summer Music Clinic and University of Southern Mississippi Honor 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.
Why you should join John Antill Youth Band: T o work with one of Australia’s most respected band conductors, and benefit from our team of specialist wind, brass and percussion tutors T o discover more about your instrument and to meet other young musicians from all over Victoria T o play lots of new music that encourages creativity, expression, teamwork and extends your instrumental technique T o follow in the footsteps of today’s professionals, developing rehearsal and ensemble skills that extend and progress your playing
CONCERT ONE Sunday 30 March, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT TWO COMMUNITY CONCERT Sunday 22 June, 4:00pm The Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds
CONCERT THREE Sunday 14 September, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
CONCERT FOUR Sunday 16 November, 12:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square
T o share great concert experiences and enjoy music with friends outside of school
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MYM Amplified We are integrating Information Communication Technology into our program, producing interactive media for use on the Web and other forms of new media. We see this as a way to empower teachers and students, to transform how learning occurs and to enrich the educational environment in schools and the community. Why MYM Amplified? As an acoustic art form, we’re using the electronic assistance of amplification to get our music out to a wider audience! Throughout 2014, you’ll see us exploring creative interactions with our students that share our story – capturing inspirational performances for our online concert hall, producing documentaries that profile student progress, combining online micro-lessons and teacher forums with our expert team, all integrated with our social media content. These initiatives are designed to leverage the benefits of our Saturday program, establish a learning environment for the future, improve music opportunities for regional, rural and remote Victorians and provide resources for teachers and school leaders. The result will be digital offerings that are fresh and creative, increase accessibility of our programs to a wider portion of the community and the numbers of students, and teachers benefiting from our program.
DAVID GRIFFITHS CLARINET
CLARINET MASTERCLASS Saturday 12 April, 2:00pm Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne Mark your diaries for a live clarinet masterclass and video stream. Clarinet artist David Griffiths will host an online masterclass for students and mym.org.au visitors from around the world. The masterclass will be an ideal opportunity for those preparing for their VCE performances, and will conclude with David performing on clarinet and talking about factors related to live performance and what it’s like to be a professional performer. This live event will be interactive, and visitors to the video stream will have the opportunity to ask questions via Twitter.
PROJECT PARTNERS
VIRTUOSITY Take part in Australia’s first reality TV show for classical instrumentalists recorded for MYM Amplified! Be mentored by some of Australia’s most respected musicians, have the opportunity to perform as a soloist with Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra and compete for prizes. Watch the show unfold on our online channel. ENTRY FEE $50 Guest Mentors: Jo Beaumont, John Foreman, Benjamin Northey, Eugene Ughetti THE FINE PRINT Applicants must be Victorian residents, aged 15 to 25 years. Recordings may be supplied as YouTube links, audio files, or on USB drive. Candidates in the semifinal will supply their own accompanist. The total performance time in each round is 15 minutes. Candidates may perform a whole work or own choice movement(s) within the time limit. When selecting a solo work, candidates should ensure the piece is suitable for performance by Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra. Rehearsals with Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra run each Saturday from 9:00am to 12:30pm at the Victorian College of the Arts; August 2, 9, 23, 30 and September 6 and 13.
ROUND 1 Applications open 3 February, 2014 Complete our online entry form at mym.org.au, pay the entry fee, and supply us with an audio or video recording of your chosen concerto. All materials must be received no later than 5:00pm, Friday 28 February. Applicants who proceed to the semifinal will be notified via email on Friday 7 March. SEMIFINAL Sunday 13 April, 11:00am Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne Twelve semifinalists will perform their work with piano in front of a live audience and our panel of guest mentors – a selection of this country’s finest musical minds. Semifinalists will receive feedback and coaching from our mentors, who will announce three finalists to perform with Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra. GRAND FINAL Sunday 14 September, 7:30pm Deakin Edge, Federation Square Finalists rehearse their work with Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra throughout August, in preparation for the grand final. The winner will be decided by an audience vote at the conclusion of the concert and prizes will be awarded. Tickets to attend the grand final will go on sale Tuesday 19 August.
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2014 Scholarships Flemington Community Bank速Branch
These scholarships remember Melbourne Youth Music member Anna Chmiel, who died tragically in 2012. Up to 5 scholarships are on offer for wind musicians, plus one string, brass and percussion student, credited to membership fees or for travel assistance to and from rehearsals.
In recognition of the contribution young people make to their local community, students who live in the Flemington, Kensington and North Melbourne areas can apply for a scholarship to support their annual membership fees.
WILFRED JONES SCHOLARSHIP The Wilfred Jones Scholarship will be awarded to one string player who resides in Regional Victoria to assist with travel and program participation costs. The Wilfred Jones Scholarship is generously supported by Frances Browne and Trevor Jones.
Up to 5 Scholarships will be awarded to encourage the development of girls and young women from outer metropolitan and regional Victoria. Scholarships cover membership fees, make a payment towards travel and provide a female mentor from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
The Vizard Foundation will subsidise up to 50 tertiary students who enrol in the 2014 Ensemble Program, discounting annual membership fees by $200.
The Newsboys Foundation provides part or full fee assistance for students up to 18 years of age, who are from families experiencing financial hardship and may not otherwise be able to participate in the program.
Full details of all our scholarships and how to apply are available on our website www.mym.org.au
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How to Apply AUDITIONS Auditions will be held over two weekends (23 and 24 November / 30 November and 1 December, 2013). Auditions requirements vary by ensemble. Melbourne Youth Orchestra, Percy Grainger Youth Orchestra, Wind Symphony and Chamber Strings O ne solo work of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) Excerpts provided upon application Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level Youth Strings and John Antill Youth Band Two contrasting solo works of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level Junior Strings O ne solo work of the applicant’s choice (unaccompanied) Technical work and sight-reading appropriate to ensemble level
AUDITION VENUE Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne 234 St Kilda Road, Southbank. RECORDED AUDITIONS Applicants who are unable to attend a live audition should still submit an application form and pay the audition fee. Applicants must notify MYM before providing a recording in order to be advised of recording format requirements. All material must be received by 5:00pm 15 November, 2013.
KEY DATES 2013 13 Sep
Applications open
18 Oct
Applications close
1 Nov Notification of audition times 23 Nov – Auditions 24 Nov 30 Nov – Auditions 01 Dec 13 Dec 2014 10 Jan
Applicants will be notified of their audition times by email on Friday 1 November and audition results will be distributed on Friday 13 December, 2013.
First round offers made
Closing date to accept offers
24 Jan
Second round offers made
08 Feb
Ensemble Program begins
08 Feb
Initial membership fees due
03 May
Final membership fees due
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES $730 $530 – I nitial Payment due Saturday 8 February (first rehearsal) $200 – F inal Payment due Saturday 3 May (first rehearsal Term 2) APPLICATIONS Applications are made through our online application form at mym.org.au and must be submitted by 5:00pm Friday 18 October, 2013. All applicants must be aged 8 to 25 years on 1 January, 2014. PAYMENTS A non-refundable audition fee of $50 is required upon submission of application. The audition fee can be made through 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. More information is available on our website mym.org.au, check out our FAQs page.
TERM DATES TERM ONE – 7 WEEKS Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March Mid-term break: Saturday 8 March (Labour Day weekend) TERM TWO – 7 WEEKS Saturday 3 May – Saturday 21 June Mid-term break: Saturday 7 June (Queen’s Birthday weekend) TERM THREE – 8 WEEKS Saturday 19 July – Saturday 13 September Mid-term break: Saturday 16 August TERM FOUR – 6 WEEKS Saturday 11 October – Saturday 15 November
REHEARSAL VENUE Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne 234 St Kilda Road, Southbank.
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