Join in this inaugural event to develop your skills and have fun...

19-20 August 2006
Melbourne

Where: The Camberwell Centre, Melbourne
Register: 2006 National Orchestra Forum Registeration Form
Program: 2006 National Orchestra Forum Program

Through participating or observing in various forum activities you will experience:

growth as a musician • learning and hearing new Australian repertoiremassed orchestra workshop at the “The Big Play”• connecting with other musicians
"From the recent National Orchestra Forum". For more details see the October issue of Orchestral Outlook.

The Big Play

Featuring a new work by Melbourne composer Katy Abbott, this activity is for all musicians. Just bring your instrument and join the massed orchestra to workshop a piece with the composer and guest conductors. Rehearse beforehand using In the Chair software or hardcopy of your part. This activity is available for on-line delegates.

Explore the technology

Get hands on with the latest music simulation and education technology by In the Chair and Sibelius.

Composer_Connecting_Community Concert

Be the first to hear the World Premiere of works commissioned by Orchestras Australia that will be presented by the composers; Katy Abbott and Matthew Hindson. The concert also includes a state premiere of Graham Howard’s flute concerto “The Nude” and the presentation of the 2006 National Orchestral Awards. This activity is available for on-line delegates.

Masterclasses

Participate or observe professional musicians share their skills and experience with you.

Touring Orchestras Concert

Listen to fabulous orchestral repertoire played by youth orchestras and featuring talented young concerto competition winners.

Find out more or contact Orchestras Australia for further information, email services@orchestrasaustralia.org.au.