ORANGE REGIONALCONSERVATORIUM

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YOUR COMMUNITY MUSIC RESOURCE

Welcome from Chairperson

Congratulations to Donna Riles and her team in preparing an exciting Program for 2019. I am certainly looking forward to attending as many of these wonderful events as possible during the year.During 2018 the Board of the Conservatorium initiated a review of our Constitution. We look forward to presenting the results of the review and proposals for

change that will reflect the modern community organisation that we are.This year we will also be revisiting our Strategic Plan to ensure that our plans for our organisation reflect the exciting and ambitious ideas that we envisage for the future of our beloved Conservatorium. I urge supporters of the ORC to participate in this consultative process so that our efforts to translate ambition into reality will come to fruition.Top of the list, of course, is the creation of a suitable building that will provide our teachers, their students and the community with a state-of-the art regional conservatorium. While this goal cannot be achieved in a single year, we need to identify the critical steps needed to hasten progress. I would like to challenge all the readers of this Program of musical events to get on board in whatever way they can to help the ORC to grow and improve. Come along to these events, bring people with you who have never thought about coming before, help those who may have difficulty getting to the venues. Perhaps you could become a financial member of the Conservatorium, attend the Annual General Meeting in April and think about joining the Board.I offer my sincere thanks to all the staff, students and their families, participants and volunteers who make the Conservatorium so successful and fun to be involved with. I wish all of them the very best for the coming year.Trevor Hazell Chairperson

Music Director’s Message

Welcome to our next Program Book.2019 promises to be another year packed with new and stimulating musical experiences for audiences and performers of all ages.The ORC is committed to bringing superior visiting artists to the region and is particularly proud to be partnering with Musica Viva to not only bring a broad range of musical

genres and ensembles but also introduce a first! A residency with Musica Viva Future Maker, pianist Aura Go.In addition to this we are proud to have developed with Musica Viva and the Godfrey Turner Memorial Music Trust, the inaugural Mary Turner Fellowship, established to support a talented musician/music educator. ORC staff member, David Shaw has been appointed as the inaugural Mary Turner Fellow 2019-2021.We are also delighted to welcome the return of the beautiful Grigoryan Brothers to the ORC auditorium. Their enthralling performance will sell out quickly, so be sure to book early for this concert in August.With the passing of Australia’s pre-eminent Music Educator, Richard Gill AO, last year, we are more determined than ever to ensure his legacy of access to music education for all, lives on. In Richard’s own words,

Music can be a potent force for good in the life of a child, especially when it is taught properly and sequentially. So why music? We teach music because it is unique and good. We teach music so that children can make their own music. We teach music because it acts in a unique way on the heart, mind, soul and spirit of the child, stimulating thought

and imagination in very special ways.Join with us to create, inspire and enjoy music in 2019!Donna Riles BMusEdMusic Director

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to engage the community and inspire individuals

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2. To attract and retain quality teaching staff

3. To engage the community

4. Deliver Professionalism

INSPIRE•CREATE•ENJOY

2019 Calender of EventsJANUARY 23 Enrolment Day29 Term 1 commences29 OYO Concerto Competition Applications open

FEBRUARY 8 Arrebato Ensemble Concert 6pm for 6:30pm22 OYO Concerto Competition Applications close26 Dr Anita Collins Presentation

MARCH 1 Aura Go Recital Concert 6pm for 6:30pm9 Estivo Trio Concert 6pm for 6:30pm15 Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Concert 7pm22 Chamber Music Series Concert 1 6pm for 6:30pm30 OYO Toddlers Proms Concert 11am31 ‘Die Winterreise’ William Moxey & Luke Moxey 2:30pm

APRIL 6 That 70’s Concert 5pm8 Symphonia Jubilate Workshop and Concert12 Term 1 concludes14 Flute Day 29 Term 2 commences

MAY 25 Choral Gala Concert 5pm28 Alan Sisley Oration presented by FORG31 PianoForte Concert feat. Aura Go 6pm for 6:30pm

JUNE 7 Chamber Music Series Concert 2 6pm for 6:30pm15 Winter Crop Concert 10:30am 15 OYO Concerto Concert 4pm17 Semester 1 Studio Concerts Commence28 Coco’s Lunch Concert 6pm for 6:30pm29 Coco’s Lunch Masterclass

Please note, events are subject to change

JULY 5 Term 2 concludes8 - 19 Winter Workshops22 Term 3 commences22 AMEB Examinations commence

AUGUST 9 Grigoryan Brothers Concert 6pm for 6:30pm10 GuitarFest17 Howling Winds Concert21 AMEB Examinations conclude25 City of Orange Eisteddfod commences26 ORC Music Scholarship applications open

SEPTEMBER 13 Chamber Music Series Concert 3 6pm for 6:30pm27 ORC Music Scholarship applications close27 Term 3 concludes

OCTOBER 14 Term 4 commences23 String Spectacular Concert 5pm

NOVEMBER 1 Chamber Music Series Concert 4 6pm for 6:30pm2 ORC Music Scholarship Auditions8 Cooper Sings Kabarett Concert 6pm for 6:30pm18 Semester 2 Studio Concerts Commence30 Vintage Crop Concert 10:30am

DECEMBER 6 Jazz Cabaret 6pm for 6:30pm7 Farewell Proms 11am13 ORC Teaching Concludes14 Orange Carols by Candlelight20 Term 4 concludes

That 70’s C o n c e rt

Saturday 6 April 5pm

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2019 Chamber Music Series

In 2019 we are pleased to announce an expansion to our annual Chamber Music Series. The talented and professional musicians of the ORC will present four programs throughout the year, with each concert featuring a different chamber ensemble performing music both old and new. For the first time, these programs will also be presented in our local schools, our teachers will inspire young minds by performing and speaking about the music and instruments they love.

2019 Chamber Music Series concert dates:22 March7 June13 September1 November

*Information on programs, ticketing and school visits will be made available on www.orangecon.org.au.

Arrebatto Ensemble8 February 6pm for 6:30pmArrebato Ensemble is contemporary flamenco with edge. Led by acclaimed flamenco guitarist Greg Alfonzetti and Damian de Boos-Smith (cello and guitar), the long-time collaborators are joined by Byron Mark (cajon, percussion and

piano), and dancer Chachy Peñalver, founder and director of The Sydney Flamenco Studio. This new lineup creates passionately moving performances combining incisive ensemble playing, masterful solos and the beauty and power of flamenco dance. Their much-anticipated third album “Sofia’s Dream” was released in October 2018. The group undertook an Australian East Coast tour including the City Recital Hall in Sydney, with additional performances around Australia and Europe planned for 2019.Adult $30 | Concession $25

Estivo Trio9 March 6pm for 6:30pmThe Estivo Trio has quickly established itself as one of Australia's premiere chamber ensembles since its formation at the inaugural Sydney Conservatorium of Music Estivo Summer Chamber Music

Festival in Verona, Italy. Bringing together three outstanding young musicians of remarkable talent, passion and experience, the Trio was the only Australian piano trio selected for the 2015 Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition. Since then they have toured Asia, performed in the Mimir Festival in Fort Worth, Texas and at the Melbourne Recital Centre.Adult $30 | Concession $25

Visiting Artists

Tickets and further information: www.orangecon.org.au

Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Ayres and Graces15 March 7pm Music from the French and English Baroque.Following on from their very popular tour in October 2018, the Brandenburg

Ensemble will return in a different configuration to include the Baroque oboe and flute, recorder, viola da gamba and theorbo alongside the ubiquitous Baroque violin and viola. The ensemble will deliver an inspiring program of chamber music from the English and French Baroque on this wonderful combination of rare period instruments.Eighteenth-century London was a bustling entrepreneurial centre with a cosmopolitan concert life and a growing market for domestic music-making in wealthy households. The musical richness of the city attracted many foreign musicians including George Frideric Handel.The musical items from Paris and Versailles performed in this program are by contrast uniformly in the style of Jean-Baptiste Lully, the fashionable director of music at the Court of ‘Sun King’ Louis XIV of France.Tickets and further information: brandenburg.com.au/2019regional

Dr Anita Collins26 FebruaryDr Anita Collins is an award-winning educator, researcher and writer in the field of brain development and music learning. She is internationally recognized for her unique work in translating the scientific research of neuroscientists and psychologists to the everyday parent, teacher and student.

Cooper sings Kabarett8 November 6pm for 6:30pmThrow off the shackles of everyday existence, grab yourself a glass of Sekt and settle in as Brad Cooper takes you on a riotous journey back to the heady world of interwar Kabarett.

From the wartime spirit of Novello, the hilarity of the Comedian Harmonists via the tumult of Kurt Weill & Hans Eisler’s Berlin, the Golden Age of Lehár & Stolz’s Vienna, the passion of Piaf & Brel’s Paris, to the witty irreverence of today, KABARETT is a celebration of wild electric decadence and dangerously dark humour. Brad studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, National Opera Studio, London and with Marilyn Horne at the Music Academy of the West, California.Tickets $TBC

Coco’s Lunch28 June 6pm for 6:30pmRenowned for their extraordinary song-writing, skin-tight vocal harmonies and stunning live performances, Coco’s Lunch are recognised as multi award-winning pioneers in the composition and performance of innovative Australian vocal music. The group has spent over 20 years winning the hearts of audiences of all ages across Australia, Asia and Europe and garnered multiple awards for their theatrical

performances and acclaimed recordings.In 2019, Coco’s Lunch will present Other Plans, bringing to life the breathtaking art form of South Indian konnakol (vocal percussion) in a bold new way. Adult $35 | Concession $30

Visiting Artists

Grigoryan Brothers9 August 6pm for 6:30pmGuitarists, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are counted amongst the finest musicians of their generation having developed a reputation for enthralling audiences with the energy of their performances and the

breadth of their repertoire – embracing genres such as classical, jazz and contemporary music from around the world.Between them, they have received 3 ARIA awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) and an incredible 24 ARIA Award nominations. As a duo they have recorded 8 albums with the 9th coming out in 2018.They have been touring internationally since 2003, regularly performing throughout Europe, Asia, Australia and the USA, as well as more exotic performances in Brazil, South Africa, India and the Middle East.Their diverse repertoire continues to present new opportunities for performances in traditional and unconventional settings, from projects with orchestras to duo performances in iconic classical venues such as London’s Wigmore Hall and Vienna’s Konzerthaus.Testament to their broad appeal and incredible skills is reflected in their most recent tours: In August 2017 they performed as support for the Canadian singer/songwriter KD Lang on her Ingénue Redux, 25th Anniversary Tour.This was followed immediately by another National tour sharing the stage and billing with the great Flamenco guitarist Paco Pena. All of this occurred while their latest classical release ‘Songs Without Words’ has been at the top of the classical music charts for 3 months.Adult $40 | Concession $35

Tickets and further information: www.orangecon.org.au

Musica Viva in SchoolsOrange Regional Conservatorium is proud to partner with Musica Viva In Schools to set the standard in music education by inspiring and enriching the lives of students and teachers around the country.

Musica Viva bring the very best musicians to regional and remote Australia and in 2019 we look forward to offering FREE community workshops and concerts by March of the Fire Ants and Taikoz.

TaikozIn constant demand all over the world, Taikoz bring their dynamic and heart-stopping traditional Japanese taiko drumming to Australian schools, demonstrating how this incredible

art form is made relevant to Australia today. Taikoz shows are so engrossing because they are seen, heard and felt: students literally become sounding boards, vibrating along with the explosive energy coming from the stage – a stage some will even find themselves sharing with these masters of rhythm.

March of the Fire AntsA fantastic musical world is brought to life by Australian composer Paul Kopetz. Students will discover music that showcases the inhabitants of the fire tree, including jet fighter

lorikeets, swarming fire ants and machine-like cicadas. Performed by ensemble Entourage, featuring voice, cello, clarinet and keyboard, this performance paints a vivid and immersive picture of an Aussie backyard. Don’t miss the opportunity for students to join in with musicians to make a musical storybook from the sights and sounds of their own worlds!

In an exciting collaboration between the Musica Viva, the Godfrey Turner Memorial Music Trust and the ORC, pianist Aura Go will be working closely with students, staff and community members during several two week residencies in Orange. Aura Go, Musica Viva FutureMaker 2018-19 artist, enjoys a multifaceted musical life, performing as a soloist,

chamber musician, lied pianist and conductor. Aura’s imaginative and compelling performances reflect her diverse musical interests, her dedication to new and underrepresented repertoire alongside familiar works, and her passion for creating meaningful shared experiences with audiences through music. Aura will present workshops, masterclasses, individual tuition and community forums during her time at the ORC, culminating in an exciting performance alongside piano students and staff.

Aura Go Recital - 1 March 6pm for 6:30pmAdult $35 | Concession $30

PianoForte Concert feat. Aura Go - 31 May 6pm for 6:30pmAdult & Concession $10

Tickets and further information: www.orangecon.org.au

Aura Go Residency

ORC Professional MusiciansThe ORC is proud to have some of Australia’s most talented musicians as part of the team, providing quality music education to our students. During the year, the music teachers get a chance to perform some of the world’s greatest music in various concerts including the very popular spring Chamber Music Series.These ever popular concerts showcase the strength and diversity of our team and highlight music of all genres from the traditional to the freshly composed. ORC professional staff performances are a source of inspiration for all our students.

Orange Youth OrchestraThe Orange Youth Orchestra (OYO) is our flagship student ensemble, providing young musicians from Orange and surrounds with high quality orchestral education and performance experiences. Under the leadership of conductor Ben Macpherson OAM, the OYO seeks to extend young musicians, provide them with the chance to play a wide variety of orchestral repertoire and offer them the opportunity to perform in association of NSW Regional Conservatoriums Regional Youth Orchestra.The OYO has become a leading force in educating, training and preparing young musicians for professional careers while serving as an inspiring, fun and creative experience.

Orange Symphony Orchestra

The Orange Regional Conservatorium is proud to further develop its partnership with this long standing and much loved community orchestra in 2019.

Since 1984 OSO has been delighting audiences across the central west, giving both professional and amateur musicians the opportunity to perform together in a shared love of classical music.

With the support of local organisations such as the Orange Regional Arts Foundation, the ORC will help to ensure the ongoing success of the orchestra as they continue on into the future.

www.orangesymphonyorchestra.com

Ensembles & Individual Tuition

Orange Regional Conservatorium prides itself on the delivery of excellence in music tuition, programs, performances and community ensembles.

Our teachers are highly skilled and experienced professionals who work to engage and inspire students of all ages and stages in music education.

All members of the community, of any age are encouraged to enrol and be stimulated by creating and making music on a variety of levels.

Early Childhood Music classes, individual tuition for new and returning students, group lessons, children’s choirs, string ensembles, adult orchestras, choirs and jazz bands, musicianship and contemporary studies - there is something for everyone at the ORC.

Want to learn how to play an instrument?

Or why not learn to SING?We have individual vocal lessons and contemporary vocal coaching available.

Bassoon CelloClarinet Double Bass FluteFrench HornGuitarHighland Bagpipes Oboe

Percussion (drums, djembe, timpani etc.) PianoRecorderSaxophoneTrombone Trumpet Tuba Ukulele Violin

Ensembles & Individual TuitionMusicianshipORC Musicianship classes give students of all ages practice in music theory, contemporary music theory and aural skills. With a variety of class times available throughout the week in both classical and contemporary fields of study. Private lessons are also available.

PerformanceThe ORC offers a free performance class to students every Wednesday between 5:30pm – 6:30pm. A professional accompanist is provided. Students are mentored in all aspects of performance including stage craft, presentation and confidence.

EnsemblesAdult Percussion EnsembleBeginner String GroupBig Phatt Jazz BandCaesura (vocal ensemble – ages 12yrs & above)

Chamber Academy Chamber Choir (ages 12yrs & above)Classical GuitarCome Together ChoirThe ConChords (strings)Crescendo Youth Choir (ages 8 to 12yrs)

Encore (Adult Orchestra)Junior Guitar EnsembleJunior Jazz BandJunior StringsWoodwind EnsembleLittle Singers (ages 4 to 7yrs)Orange Youth OrchestraSimply UkesSing & StringSymphonic Choir (adult choir)Symphonic Wind EnsembleWoodwind Ensemble

Mary Turner Fellowship

Musica Viva Australia and the Orange Regional Conservatorium are pleased to partner in delivering the Mary Turner Fellowship in support of a high quality and vibrant musical environment in Orange.The Mary Turner Fellowship has been established to support a talented musician/music educator in the formative years of his/her career, who demonstrates a commitment to quality music

making and nurturing music activities in the Orange region.David Shaw has been appointed as the inaugural Mary Turner Fellow for a period of 3 years, starting 1 January 2019 and concluding 31 December 2021. The Fellowship will be supported financially through an annual grant from the Godfrey Turner Memorial Music Trust (GTMMT) to Musica Viva Australia.

Philanthropy & Partnerships

The ORC would like to recognise the generosity from the community for their kind donations throughout 2018. Funds received were in support of music tuition scholarships, new orchestral chairs, instruments, music and funding for musicians to regularly perform for community organisations.

Godfrey Turner Memorial Music Trust

Orange Regional Arts Foundation

NSW Department of Education

James Byrnes’ Award for Strings

Robin Thompson

JPA Business

Christine Hannus

The Harper Family

Orange North Rotary Club

Rotary Club of Orange Daybreak - Youth Project

Other Anonymous Donors

Musica Viva Australia

Orange Symphony Orchestra

JAM Orange

Regional Conservatoriums throughout NSW are supported by the Department of Education to promote and implement quality school music programs to students of all ages.Orange Regional Conservatorium plays an integral role in many district schools offering a variety of programs that have been tailor-made to enhance and contribute to a strong school culture and enhance learning opportunities for school students.The ORC has a strong reputation for the delivery of programs such as;• Classroom curriculum based learning K-6,• HSC support• Musicianship studies for 7-12• Performance and venue support to HSC students• Professional learning activities for school staff• School instrumental and vocal ensemble conducting• Individual and group tuition• Instrumental and vocal workshops• ORC instrumental and vocal demonstrations• Tailor-made gifted and talented programs• ‘Tutors on Tour’ excursions to schools• Curriculum based excursions• Video Conference teaching and meetings

Schools Programs

Orange Regional Conservatorium has a strong focus on developing community outreach programs. The unique resources that the ORC have to offer are available to all community groups and individuals to utilise. ORC staff conduct successful community choirs, workshops and performance events at the invitation of health, education and other groups.Community organisations are invited to partner with the ORC to provide and develop meaningful and positive programs for the benefit of people of all ages. In addition to this, the ORC venue is available for use by professional learning workshops, lectures, presentations, concerts and conferences.

Schools Programs Outreach Programs

Staff and BoardORC STAFFDonna Riles, Music DirectorKelly Dent, Business ManagerKiah Madden, Finance ManagerJenny McMillan, Administration & Finance Support OfficerJames Buchanan, Head of Guitar and Contemporary Studies, Marketing and Events Manager Samantha Bartholomeusz, Head of Voice Alina Zborowski, Head of Strings & Student Engagement OfficerDavid Shaw, Head of Keyboard, Schools Liaison, FlutePrem Love, Head of WoodwindMatt Arthur, GuitarCassandra Bennett, FluteAndrew Callaghan, CelloVictoria Chatterley, BrassMitchell Davis, PercussionCarmel Follent, Early Childhood Music, Violin Andrew French-Northam, Guitar

Laith Ismail, Conductor, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, BassoonEmily Thornburn, ViolinHeejin Kim, PianoBen Macpherson OAM, Conductor, Choral Director Kyle Manning, Keyboard, Contemporary & Voice Rod Mason OAM, ConductorPhillip Moran, Classical Guitar, MusicianshipAlan Moxey, Double BassWilliam Moxey, VoiceAmelia Nell, Contemporary VoiceMeriel Owen, KeyboardGlenys Ramage, Clarinet, RecorderPhilip Rees OAM, Piano, Brass, ConductorKate Rose, KeyboardElizabeth Sargent, ConductorStephen Somerville, GuitarJohn Tallis, Highland BagpipesFroukje Werlemann-Godfrey, ViolinLujia Zhang, Keyboard

BOARD OF MEMBERSTrevor Hazell, ChairmanPeter Jones, TreasurerJulie Driscoll, SecretaryRussell Turner

Dr Robin WilliamsEssie SullivanTony Smith

How to Support Us

Become a Member of the ORCMost not-for-profit organisations such as the ORC, rely on the support of the local community. A great way to support us and be involved is to become a financial member. Your membership lets you vote at the Annual General Meeting, join the ORC Board of Members if nominated, and best of all, gives you 15% off the price of all ORC concerts! To become a valued member, please visit www.orangecon.org.au. Standard membership: $55/single and $95/double.

Become a VolunteerOur volunteers assist in many ways including helping at concerts and events, getting their hands dirty at our working bees or offering assistance with administrative duties. Being a volunteer is a great way to give back to a wonderful community organisation and make life-long friends along the way. We are always looking for new friends to join our list of volunteers so if you’re interested, please contact ORC Admin for more information.

Become a SponsorThanks to the generous sponsorship of many government and private sector organisations, we have been able to host large public events including international artists and performances. Sponsoring the ORC is a great opportunity to allow us to offer visitors and residents of the Orange area, concerts of the highest calibre, whilst providing great exposure for your business. Contact the ORC Admin for more information.

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