AUSTA Events 2025
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May 2025
10may1:00 pm5:00 pmUWA Day of Strings
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Presented in collaboration with AUSTA WA, join celebrated artists and educators Shaun Lee-Chen, Suzie Wijsman and a host of string specialists for a fun day of performance, perfect for violin,
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Presented in collaboration with AUSTA WA, join celebrated artists and educators Shaun Lee-Chen, Suzie Wijsman and a host of string specialists for a fun day of performance, perfect for violin, viola and cello students from Grade 3 and up.
Book here AUSTA Members can register as an observer for FREE!
Visit our website HERE to access your exclusive AUSTA Member code.
- Catering to a range of ages and skill levels.
Highlights of the day include: violin, viola, and cello masterclasses, technique workshops, a fun try-the-viola session, ensemble playing, teaching beginners, an introduction to Historically Informed Performance, instrument biomechanics, and more!
The day will culminate in a concert featuring all participants, followed by a BBQ—an opportunity to network, chat, and celebrate the day!
We have an exceptional line up of artists and presenters including:
- Shaun Lee-Chen (Violin) – UWA/Australian Brandenburg Orchestra
- Suzie Wijsman (Cello) – UWA
- Sophie Curtis (Cello) – WAYACHAMP/AMEB
- Laura Carr (Violin) – Stringosaurus
- Daemon Clarke (Violin)
- Kathy Potter (Viola)
- Stephanie Fraser (Cello) – AUSTA
- Marlene Romeo (Violin) – AUSTA/AMEB
- Louise Sandercock (Violin) – AUSTA
With more announced soon!
This event will help you refine your technique, explore new ideas, and play alongside fellow musicians in a welcoming and supportive environment.
There will be 3 streams on the day:
- EMERGING – AMEB Grade 3-5 (or equivalent)
- INTERMEDIATE – AMEB Grade 5-7 (or equivalent)
- ADVANCED – AMEB Grade 8+ (or equivalent)
PARENTS, TEACHERS and STRING ENTHUSIASTS are also welcome to attend!
Tickets are just $10 for Participants and $5 for Observers (includes BBQ)
AUSTA Members can register as an observer for FREE!
REGISTER NOW
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Time
10/05/2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
Callaway Auditorium UWA
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2025 Melbourne String Orchestra Festival Eltham High School: Sunday 18th May 2025 12:15pm – Registration 1:00pm – Festival String Orchestra Rehearsal 2:30pm Afternoon Tea
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2025 Melbourne String Orchestra Festival
Eltham High School: Sunday 18th May 2025
12:15pm – Registration
1:00pm – Festival String Orchestra Rehearsal
2:30pm Afternoon Tea
3:00pm Festival Concert
4:00pm Finish
Festival Piece: DARK MATTER by Andrew Aronowicz
REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!
Request a registration form at austavicpresident@outlook.com
Eltham High School
30 – 60 Withers Way
Eltham VIC 3095
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Time
18/05/2025 12:15 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT+10:00)
Location
Eltham High School
30-60 Withers Way
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24may1:00 pm8:00 pmAUSTA ACT - String Festival
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Save the date!!
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Save the date!!
Time
24/05/2025 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+10:00)
Location
Wesley Music Centre
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25may11:30 am3:30 pmAUSTA WA Chamber Music Masterclass with Brian Finlayson
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Time
25/05/2025 11:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
Richard Gill Auditorium WAAPA
1/2 Bradford Street, Mount Lawley WA 6050
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June 2025
15jun9:00 am4:00 pmAUSTA WA String Festival 2025
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A Welcoming solo or chamber performance opportunity for string students of all levels. Venue: Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts in Mt Lawley.
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A Welcoming solo or chamber performance opportunity for string students of all levels.
Venue: Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts in Mt Lawley.
Time
15/06/2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+08:00)
Location
WAAPA
July 2025
11julAll Day13AUSTA National Conference 2025Sydney 11-13 July 2025
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AUSTA Golden Jubilee National Conference 2025 SYDNEY 11 – 13 July 2025 Supporting teachers, advancing players, inspiring artistry,
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AUSTA Golden Jubilee National Conference 2025
SYDNEY 11 – 13 July 2025
Supporting teachers, advancing players,
inspiring artistry, building connection
Visit the Conference Webpage for full information.
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Time
11/07/2025 - 13/07/2025 (All Day)(GMT+10:00)
Location
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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August 2025
24aug1:00 pm5:00 pmAUSTA ACT - Concerto Day
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Save the date!!
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Save the date!!
Time
24/08/2025 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT+10:00)
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31augAll DayWA: Viola Masterclasses with Daniel Schmitt
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AUSTA WA would like to invite viola players to perform a movement or short work within a workshop setting in a masterclass with Daniel Schmitt. There will be a Q
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AUSTA WA would like to invite viola players to perform a movement or short work within a workshop setting in a masterclass with Daniel Schmitt. There will be a Q and A with Daniel at the end of each masterclass.
AUSTA members: Free audience ticket for each session
To join or to renew your membership please go to: https://www.austa.asn.au/membership-levels/
Bookings open closer to the date
Time
31/08/2025 All Day(GMT+08:00)
Location
WA Academy of Performing Arts, Mt Lawley
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January 2026
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Annual String Camp at the top of Tasmania! For string players of all ages and abilities Local, national, and international tutors and conductors Activities for leisure, professional development, individual lessons, orchestra,
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Annual String Camp at the top of Tasmania!
- For string players of all ages and abilities
- Local, national, and international tutors and conductors
- Activities for leisure, professional development, individual lessons, orchestra, chamber music, aural training, jazz, fiddling and more!
VISIT: http://www.lyco.org.au/rssc/
Time
08/01/2026 5:00 pm - 14/01/2026 4:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
Location
Camp Clayton