ACO 2013 Schools Program

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a r t i s t i c D i r E c t o r ’ s m E s s a g E

richarD tognEtti ao / artistic DirEctor

internationally renowned for inspired programming and the rapturous response of audiences and critics, the australian Chamber orchestra is a product of our country’s vibrant, adventurous and enquiring spirit. in performances across australia, around the world and on many recordings, the aCo moves hearts and stimulates minds with repertoire spanning six centuries and a vitality and virtuosity unmatched by other ensembles.

Richard tognetti has been artistic Director and lead Violin since 1989. Under his inspiring leadership, the aCo performs as a flexible and versatile ‘ensemble of soloists’, on modern and period instruments, as a chamber group, symphony orchestra and electro-acoustic collective. the aCo’s unique artistic style encompasses masterworks of the classical repertoire, innovative cross-artform projects and a vigorous commissioning program.

the orchestra stands while performing and the resulting sense of energy and individuality is one of the most commented-upon elements of aCo performances. several of the musicians perform with spectacularly fine instruments by history’s finest makers, including stradivarius, Guarneri del Gesù and Guadagnini.

over fifty international tours across asia, europe and the Usa have drawn outstanding reviews

in 2005 our fledgling education program took its first uncertain steps to join the ecosystem of music education in australia. skip forward to 2013, and our activities have grown exponentially as a changing world of national education policy, cultural policy, and technological innovation churns around us. Creativity is in great demand as the government looks to the arts to prepare our young exports for the uncertain world ahead – a world that will be as vastly different from what we know now, as smartphones and ipads were to our parent’s generation. what better platform than music from which to launch a child’s awareness of their own potential to create?

“…the finest string ensemble on the planet.” the telegraph (UK)

for the aCo’s performances at the world’s most prestigious concert halls, including amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, london’s wigmore hall, New York’s Carnegie hall and Vienna’s musikverein.

the aCo has 40 CDs and DVDs for sale at aco.com.au/shop, including the three-time aRia award-winning Bach CDs and the internationally acclaimed mozart Violin Concertos recording.

in 2005, the aCo inaugurated an ambitious national education program which includes outreach activities and mentoring of outstanding young musicians, including the formation of aCo2, an elite training orchestra which delivers the aCo’s regional touring and education programs.

aCo2 connects the next generation of talented young australian musicians with the stars of the aCo, creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic performance style. the young musicians have all participated in the aCo’s emerging artist program and many already play in the state symphony orchestras but choose to spend time experiencing the aCo’s high-octane performance style. the best go on tour nationally and internationally with the aCo and it is a testament to the program’s success that former aCo2 members madeleine Boud and Rebecca Chan have been appointed members of the aCo.

in 2013 we continue to make our own small contribution to the ecosystem. our primary school programs bring music to underprivileged children, as well as combining the visual arts and music curriculums to deepen learning in each subject. our secondary school programs provide access to our exceptional musicians through workshops, open rehearsals, concerts and our own aCo academy. and finally, our emerging artists program trains the next generation of young australian musicians to perform at the highest possible level. in 2012 two of our emerging artists were on trial for principal positions in australian orchestras, and more have won jobs at home and abroad.

Richard tognetti ao artistic Director and lead Violin australian Chamber orchestra

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EvEnts in Your statE

australian Capital territory 3New south wales 3 Queensland 3south australia 4Victoria 4western australia 4

programs

primary schoolsConcerts & string ensemble 5picton music & art 5teacher professional Development 5

secondary schoolsaCo academy 6Discounted tickets for school Groups 9masterclasses 8matinee Concerts for secondary students 8open Rehearsals 9picton strings 10Regional Concerts for secondary students 10string workshops 11

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“Never underestimate how important it is for students to see and work with professionals who are willing to share their expertise.”

simone Bailey-hough, teacher

australian capital tErritorY

canBErramatinee concert for secondary studentsProject Rameau with Sydney Dance CompanyFri 13 sep, 12.30pm-2pmCanberra Theatre Centre Bookings: aco.com.au

string WorkshopFri 18 oct, 1pm-4pmAinslie Arts Centreapplications close 2 aug

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BrisBanEmatinee concert for secondary studentsProject Rameau with Sydney Dance CompanyFri 12 jul, 11am-12.30pm The Playhouse QPAC Bookings: aco.com.au

string Workshopmon 28 oct, 1pm-4pm Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University applications close 2 aug

cairns ^ string Workshop wed 11 sep, 10am-4pm Cairns State High School applications close 2 aug

nEW south WalEs

armiDalE ^string Workshopwed 18 sep, 10am-1pmNew England Conservatorium of Musicapplications close 2 aug

BEllingEn ^string Workshopthu 19 sep, 2pm-5pmBellingen Memorial Hallapplications close 2 aug

pictonpicton stringsthroughout 2013

sYDnEYaco academymon 1-sat 6 jul ACO Studios, Circular Quay, Sydney applications close 22 mar

concerts for primary students mon 8 apr, mon 19 aug Our Lady of Carmel School

tue 9 apr, tue 3 sep Matraville Soldiers’ Settlement School

movement and sound Workshop for students with Disabilitywed 5 jun, 10am ACO Studios, Circular Quay, Sydney

open rehearsal for school studentsthu 17 oct, 2.30pm-3.30pmThe Concourse Chatswoodapplications close 2 aug

open rehearsal for students with Disability mon 2 Dec, 2pm-3pm ACO Studios, Circular Quay, Sydney

string Workshopwed 31 jul, 1pm-4pm ACO Studios, Circular Quay, Sydney applications close 13 may

^ this workshop is part of the aco2 nsW/QlD concert tour. 9-20 sep Armidale, Bangalow, Bellingen, Cairns, Cleveland, Mackay, Rockhampton Directed by helena Rathbone. music by Britten and more.

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victoria

BEnDigo*string Workshopmon 22 apr, 10am-1pm Capitol Theatre applications close 22 mar

mElBournEstring Workshopmon 6 may, 10am-1pm Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School applications close 22 mar

milDura*string WorkshopFri 19 apr, 10am-1pm Mildura Arts Centre applications close 22 mar

salE*concert for secondary students mon 29 apr, 11am-12pm BHP Billiton Wellington Entertainment Centre Bookings: ebbwec.com.au / 03 5143 3200

hEalEsvillEWorkshop with students from the victorian schools’ spectacular orchestraFri 17 may, 12.30pm-3.30pm TarraWarra Museum of Art

master classsun 19 may, 11am TarraWarra Museum of Art

WarBurton*string WorkshopFri 26 apr, 10am-1pm Upper Yarra Arts Centre applications close 22 mar

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* these events are part of the aco2 victoria concert tour. 19-30 apr Benalla, Bendigo, Horsham, Melbourne, Mildura, Sale, Warburton james Crabb: Director and accordion. music by Vivaldi, mendelssohn and more.

south australia

aDElaiDEstring Workshopwed 19 jun, 10am-1pm Marryatville High School applications close 13 may

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pErthstring Workshopthu 15 aug, 10am-1pm Perth Modern School applications close 13 may concErts & string EnsEmBlE

matraville / Waterloowe perform interactive concerts and participate in music classes with primary school students at the matraville soldiers’ settlement school and our lady of mt Carmel school in waterloo.

the australian Children’s music Foundation runs weekly music programs in matraville and waterloo where previously there was no access to music classes. each week, two talented music teachers inspire over 400 children and matraville soldiers’ settlement school now boasts a choir of over 190 children.

matraville soldiers’ settlement school string Ensemblea group of students are learning the violin and cello, forming a small string ensemble. they receive instrumental lessons, tickets to aCo concerts, access to aCo and aCo2 rehearsals and lessons with aCo musicians.

Presented in association with the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF)

picton music & art

picton in partnership with picton public school, we bring music and visual art into the primary school classroom. american violinist sharon Roffman and local visual artist melissa wheeler combine forces to teach students about the different influences that shape music and art, helping them to express their ideas through visual art. the students’ artworks are showcased at local community events.

Classes include a combination of classroom teaching, skype and pre-recorded video lessons. Via skype, students are able to travel with sharon and meet other international touring musicians as she performs in europe and america.

Coursework samples and videos can be viewed at aco.com.au.

tEachEr proFEssional DEvElopmEnt

our professional development program is specially designed to instruct primary school teachers on how to teach our music & art program. it is accompanied by extensive program resources.

if you would like this program in your school, email [email protected].

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sydney applications close 22 march

the aCo academy is a must for any talented young musician who wants to be challenged in a professional learning environment.

top-level secondary students who play the violin, viola, cello or double bass, spend an immersive week rehearsing and performing with us in sydney, culminating in a public performance at City Recital hall angel place.

we’ll teach them how to perform with our trademark precision, taking them behind-the-scenes and offering career advice.

the week includes:- Chamber orchestra rehearsals focusing on

ensemble, technical accuracy, interpretation and style;

- private performances by aCo musicians; and- presentations by aCo musicians and

administration staff on careers and pathways in music.

information for applicants Cost is $200. participants will need to be based in sydney with a parent/guardian for the week and must cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. Rehearsals will be held at the aCo’s studio in Circular Quay, or nearby. participants are responsible for transport to and from the rehearsals and performance.

limited scholarships are available to cover the fee and/or travel and accommodation costs. email [email protected] to request further information or an application form.

the aCo recommends that applicants have completed:

Violin 8th grade ameB / suzuki Book 7 or equivalent

Viola 6th grade ameB / suzuki Book 5 or equivalent

Cello 6th grade ameB / suzuki Book 5 or equivalent

Double bass 5th grade ameB / suzuki Book 4 or equivalent

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audition information audition is via Youtube only.

to apply please upload a video onto Youtube and complete the application form at aco.com.au. a separate application must be submitted for each student.

audition videos must include 15 minutes (maximum) of the student’s playing. Videos must be less than one year old, and must contain two contrasting works or movements, at least one of which should be with piano accompaniment. Recordings with orchestral accompaniment are acceptable.

to share your video with us:

3. class the video as ‘unlisted’ so that it is not publicly accessible

1. set up a Youtube account

2. upload your video

4. Email your name, address and the url link to your Youtube video to [email protected]



mastErclass

healesville

two students from the Victorian schools’ spectacular orchestra receive a one-on-one lesson with aCo principal Cellist timo-Veikko Valve.

DiscountED ticKEts For school groups

adelaide, Brisbane, canberra, melbourne, newcastle, perth, sydney, Wollongong

heavily discounted tickets to aCo main-stage concerts are available for school groups. the 2013 concert season is our biggest season ever, featuring multimedia projects The Reef and The Crowd, and blockbuster pieces like Brahms’ symphony No.4, Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos and mozart’s Violin Concerto No.3. explore the full season at aco.com.au.

the schools’ ticketing program includes:- $20 concert tickets (a discount of up to 80%);- Free state curriculum based resources including

lesson content, worksheets, sections of musical scores and audio samples;

- Free 45 minute pre-concert talks in all venues;- Free concert programs;- Free aCo CD for each student; and- Regular email updates including information

about upcoming concerts and special events.

Resources are available for download from term 4 2012, and will be sent to teachers upon booking their tickets.

limited ticket availability in adelaide and Newcastle. Booking forms at aco.com.au.

matinEE concErts For sEconDarY stuDEnts

Brisbane Fri 12 jul, 11am-12.30pm

canberra Fri 13 sep, 12.30pm-2pm

PROJECT RAMEAU aco & sydney Dance company

we share the stage with sydney Dance Company in this collaboration by Rafael Bonachela and Richard tognetti, sparked by their mutual passion for Rameau’s perfumed and powerful French Baroque dance music.

Rameau’s flair for rhythm and melody, and feeling for choreography, lead many to name him one of the greatest-ever ballet composers, certainly the most influential. Bonachela’s dynamic choreography, innate musicality and theatricality serve to illuminate this brilliant music.

these schools-only performances feature an introduction and behind-the-scenes discussion with aCo musicians and sDC artistic Director Rafael Bonachela, and a question-and-answer session at the end of the performance.

tickets are $25, one teacher per 10 students receives free entry. Book at aco.com.au or phone 1800 444 444.

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sydney

students may apply to sit in on one of our rehearsals, to get an intimate behind-the-scenes look at how we prepare for concerts. after the rehearsal, we join students for afternoon tea. Register your students at aco.com.au or email [email protected] to request an application form.

open rehearsals for students with disability are also available, organised in conjunction with the international Day for people with Disability. For further information, email [email protected].

“I could have listened to them all day!”lucy east, music teacher

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body.


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picton strings

picton

we facilitate string workshops for the picton strings ensemble throughout the year, forming meaningful and long-lasting relationships with the students and their Director. the picton strings play with us in community concerts which are co-presented by Classics at picton.

to join the picton strings, please visit pictonstrings.org. all students who play the violin, viola, cello or double bass are welcome to join, and will be placed in the junior or senior group according to their standard.

rEgional concErts For sEconDarY stuDEnts

sale Free concert

while on tour, our regional touring orchestra aCo2 presents a 60-minute concert for secondary students. this interactive performance introduces students to the magic of the string orchestra and takes them on a journey through the music. students are inspired and entertained while learning about traditional and contemporary repertoire.

Resources to accompany these concerts will be available from aco.com.au and will be sent to teachers on booking. Resources include analysis of the works performed and state-curriculum-based in-class exercises for students to work through.

Book at ebbwec.com.au or 03 5143 3200.

“It was really magical to hear what the kids accomplished during the afternoon. Without the ACO, this music is not something I would have dared attempt!”

Katie spicer, Director, picton strings

string WorKshops

mEtro: adelaide, Brisbane, canberra, melbourne, perth, sydney

rEgional: armidale, Bellingen, Bendigo, cairns, mildura, Warburton

students become part of the aCo for a day, learning our rehearsal and performance techniques.

thematically structured rehearsals are based around concepts such as listening, leading, breathing, blending and performance style. students from different schools combine to form a conductor-less chamber orchestra with aCo players leading each of the sections. the workshop culminates in an informal performance for family and friends.

string workshops are free of charge and run for three hours.

apply at aco.com.au/education or email [email protected] to request an application form.

information for applicants string workshops are extension activities for secondary and advanced primary students. music will be mailed to teachers approximately one month prior and students are expected to know the notes before the workshop. places are allocated to form a balanced ensemble consisting of students representing different schools.

preference is given to older students over younger students of an equal standard.

metro workshop requirements the aCo recommends that applicants have completed:

Violin 6th grade ameB / suzuki Book 5 or equivalent

Viola 4th grade ameB / suzuki Book 3 or equivalent

Cello 5th grade ameB / suzuki Book 4 or equivalent

Double Bass 4th grade ameB / suzuki Book 3 or equivalent

regional workshop requirements there is no recommended standard for regional string workshops. we work with local string teachers and ensemble leaders to devise a tailored program for each area.

“A wonderful rare experience – once in a lifetime chance”Cherin lee, student



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we have created video lessons for the violin, viola, cello and double bass that you can watch on our website. lessons include instruction on string technique, style and musical expression. they are the perfect resource to complement your teaching.

to watch lessons for your instrument, go to aco.com.au.

trusts anD FounDations

the ross trustholmes à court Family Foundation the neilson Foundation

govErnmEnt partnErs

this project has been assisted by the australian Government through the australia Council for the

arts, its arts funding and advisory body

the aCo is supported by the Nsw Government through arts Nsw

the australian Government is proud to be associated with the aCo through the national performing arts funding program, playing australia

the aCo’s waterloo activities are supported by the City of sydney

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australian chamber orchestra pty ltd a not for profit company registered in Nsw. aBN 45 001 335 182

post po Box R21, Royal exchange Nsw 1225, australia address opera Quays, 2 east Circular Quay, sydney Nsw 2000

phone 1800 444 444 (mon–Fri 9am–5pm) Email [email protected]

“The attention to detail, the energy and the ACO’s immense passion for music made it amazing to play with them.”

annabelle Carter, student

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