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serves as a learning experience to prepare learners for participation in the National Youth
Orchestra and also serves as preparation to become a member of the ECPO. The YOE has taken
place annually for the last eight years. In this time it has improved the skills and experience of
young musicians to a level where many have qualified for participation in and sponsorship for
national courses and workshops. Approximately 45 percent of the learners who qualify for the
YOE are from disadvantaged communities, and have developed their skills through the MIP.
YOE provides a learning opportunity to train future musicians for all genres of music.
CURRENT STATUS:
The Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (ECPO) is a Section 21 company, managing a parttime
orchestra. In 2002, following a grant from the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund, the
ECPO's Music Investment Project was founded. Costs associated with the venture include fees,
flights and accommodation for orchestral instructors; food and refreshments for the learners
attending; music hire, venue hire, transport, publicity and programs.
RESEARCH AND EVALUATION:
Questionnaires completed by the participants each year are analyzed, to ensure that high
standards are maintained.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
http://www.ecpo.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4&Itemid=5
http://www.classicsa.co.za/site/features/view/ecpo_music_investment_project_offers_inspiration/
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Organization: Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra Music Investment Project
Address: PO Box 12148, Moffat Place, 6002 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Phone: +27 41 5817747, +27 82 2555194
Contact person: Judy Speyers, Manager
Email: ecpomip@iafrica.com
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