Live the music - Queensland Symphony Orchestra

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education
yOuNG
iNSTRumENTAliST
COmPETiTiON
expand your wings and fly with the
Queensland Symphony orchestra
by being part of the Young
Instrumentalist Competition in
2012. The winner will transform
into the main character and take
centre stage with the orchestra in
a special concert performance in
the QPaC Concert Hall.
APPliCATiONS ClOSE
Friday 2 December 2011
AudiTiON dATE
Monday 6 February 2012
STAGE 2 RECiTAl
6.30pm, Monday 20 February 2012
PERFORmANCE
Wednesday 7 March 2012
EliGiBiliTy
open to secondary students performing
on an orchestral instrument (including
saxophone) at a minimum standard of
aMeB Grade 7. audition pieces must be a
movement from a standard concerto for
soloist and orchestra. This movement must
be no longer than 10 minutes in length.
HOW TO ENTER
Competition entry forms can be
downloaded from the education section
of our website, by phoning our education
officer on (07) 3833 5035 or by emailing
info@qso.com.au. entry fee $40.
Catherina Lee
PRoFeSSIonaL DeVeLoPMenT DaY
monday 22 October 2012
Dare to dream with Queensland Symphony orchestra’s great line-up of professional
development activities designed to encourage and inspire. each year the orchestra holds a
professional development day to help teachers recharge and reskill for the year ahead. Join
us for a great range of workshops along with inspirational keynote speakers and fantastic
clinicians with all hours counted towards QCT registration. Check the website for more
details at www.qso.com.au
SCHooL PaRTneRSHIPS
experience the magic of Queensland’s finest musicians in your classroom with Queensland
Symphony orchestra’s School Partnership program. Students and teachers are treated to
specially designed musical experiences to enhance current curriculum and add value to the
school music program. QSo musicians help lead students through your choice of workshop
topics, giving your students a wonderful experience designed to enthuse and inspire.
Sprinkle some magical music dust over your students as you welcome Queensland’s
finest musicians into your classroom with QSo’s School Partnership program. For more
information about this wonderful program or to register your interest please contact the
QSo education officer on (07) 3833 5035.
STUDenT SUBSCRIPTIon
Full time students can now join Queensland Symphony orchestra on a journey of discovery
by attending four or more concerts of their choice throughout the 2012 season for just
$15 each concert. From the thrill of some of the greatest masterworks in our Maestro
series, to our easy-going and enjoyable Music on Sundays series, there is something
for every musical taste in our 2012 season. Student subscriptions are on sale from 7
September 2011, so get in quick to secure a great seat. Subscriptions available (with copy
of student card) from qtix on 136 246.
Student subscriptions: Purchase four or more tickets to any main stage concert for$15 each *
Student Rush: $20 * one hour prior to concert
Single Ticket: $30 *
SHaRe THe MaGIC!
Queensland Symphony orchestra provides magical experiences for people of all ages and
there are many ways to keep up to date with our concerts and events. Teachers are treated
to a special education e-newsletter once a term and also our Tune-In newsletter once a
fortnight. Sign up via our website at www.qso.com.au.
You can also keep up to date on all the latest news, behind the scenes information,
exclusive photos and competitions via Facebook and Twitter.
qso.com.au/facebook qso.com.au/twitter
SCHooL GRoUP BooKInGS
The best way to ensure your school group (of 10 or more students) can join us on the
learning trail at one of our many educational events is to book now! Teachers are well
supported with a range of teaching and curriculum activities for all main education events
with further support available upon request.
To reserve your seats please call the qtix school hotline on (07) 3840 7127 (9am-5pm
Mon to Fri) or email groups@qtix.com.au. Forms can also be faxed to (07) 3010 6268.
open Rehearsal bookings through the education officer on (07) 3833 5035.
Groups: all education concerts and open Rehearsals $10* per student, one teacher free
per 10 students
Single tickets: $12*
The position of education Liaison officer
is funded with the assistance of the
Queensland Department of education
and Training.
( * Booking and transaction fees may apply)
For more information visit the Currumbin website at www.cws.org.au.
More information about the australian Rainforest Foundation is at www.arf.net.au
TReaDInG
SoFTLY
on THe eaRTH
Queensland Symphony Orchestra is proud to continue
our “tread softly” awareness raising projects for
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and the Australian
Rainforest Foundation Adopt a Square Project.
In raising awareness of these important programs,
we contribute to the protection and longevity of our
precious flora and fauna as well as further improving our
eco-footprint and environmental approach to our work.