d table discussion for regional teachers to voice the challenges and successes of teaching in regional areas whether as a private studio teacher ,in schools or as part of a regional music school...
Rupert Guenther's Self-Esteem Wellbeing & Healing Stage-Fright is a completely new break-though approach to overcoming stage-fright (performance anxiety). It is exactly the opposite of almost everything performers are being encouraged to do, and is based on...
Somatic education, which trains kinaesthetic sensitivity and perceptual accuracy, should be crucial in string teaching, as movement and sensory perception are fundamental to our art. Additionally, changes in bodily organization can directly...
Beyond the AMEB grades: Mastering Leap to Diploma level exams Many teachers ask me how my students consistently progress from AMEB Grade 4-5 to successfully pass AMus and LMus level exams in a short period of time. In this presentation,...It is with great sadness that we bring to the attention of the AUSTA community the passing of our Patron Donald Hazelwood OBE, AO on March 8 2025, a week after Don celebrated his 95th birthday with his family. Donald Hazelwood was one of Australia’s most influential musical leaders who touched the hearts and souls of generations of musicians in...
Using examples of his own Cafe Viola gatherings and his tutorial links to the ACMS Amateur Chamber Music Society's activities Robert Harris discusses varied projects, in Australia and...
Just like cars, string instruments require regular maintenance to ensure they are working efficiently and effectively. During this workshop, attendees will gain vital skills in adjusting and correctly servicing different parts of their instrument, and the...
Unlocking the Alto Clef: Essential Resources and Strategies for Fluent Music Reading Reading the alto clef fluently is a crucial skill for violists, yet many students and even some professionals struggle with consistent fluency. This session will explore effective resources and...
Adult learners are a growing yet often under-served demographic in string education. Based on Case studies, research and experience from the Cello Dreaming community class program, this presentation by Louise...
Zoltán Kodály advocated a thorough music education with singing while simultaneously building aural skills, intellectual understanding and emotional development. His philosophy has also been harnessed in instrumental music teaching. Colourstrings is a translation of Kodály's...
The Magic in the Method Book Many method books offer the 'nuts and bolts' but their application in Australian instrumental programs likely differ in context from the USA and UK. This session looks at using method books in creative and collaborative...
o secret that playing a string instrument is hard! So it makes sense to ensure that the environment in which such learning...
Practice is critical to shape expertise and performance readiness. But what sets expert string players apart in their practice? How do experts approach the...
Combining the learning from instrumental lessons, classroom music, and orchestral rehearsals into curriculum-based string ensemble classes. What makes a string ensemble class unique? How does it differ from...
Could empirical data extracted from videos of leading violinists change our ideas about violin-playing technique? Might these long-held ideas about violin technique be inaccurate? This research seeks to...
Workshops, masterclasses and recital performance. About Emily Sun “Possessed of a superb talent” (The Australian) with “a searing and poetic tone” (The Guardian), Emily Sun is an international soloist and professor of violin at the Royal College of Music, London. She has...
Over the years, I have noticed many teachers, even those with years of experience, can feel hesitant about taking on preschool violin students. This presentation, Tips and Tricks for Teaching Beginner Violin, will support...