New England Conservatorium

Mini Musos offers your child the exciting opportunity to try a variety of instruments before choosing the instrument best suited to them. This series of unique musical taster workshops is suitable for children in Kindergarten - Year 3. They will work with NECOM's experienced teachers throughout the 6-week program.  Each week children will be given opportunities to try out and enjoy a variety of musical experiences in:  Piano  Winds  Strings  Percussion  Singing (Choir) Each session commences with fun music games to warm up our ears, followed by demonstrations by specialist tutors in each instrument and an opportunity to try out instruments. At the conclusion of the program families will be provided with individual feedback, recommendations for which instrument(s) best suits their child, and information about the options available for learning an instrument through NECOM.

Instrumental and Singers Combo Workshop: 6:15pm-7:30pm WED. 13th November Run-through and Concert: 6:15pm-7:30pm THURS. 21st November 6 places only! Bring your song charts to a session where you get to play with a professional jazz/pop/rnb group consisting of piano, bass, guitar and drums. Under the guidance and mentorship of singer and band leader Sharny Russell, work through your chart with the combo, and also learn from watching the other players do the same. A week later, rehearse your song(s) and perform in front of your family and friends in a small private concert at NECOM This is an invaluable opportunity for instrumentalists. Learn the skills needed to rehearse and perform with a band. Each participant will have communicated their song choices to Sharny by email, and will receive help with appropriate keys, preparing the chart, and any other assistance required before the workshop. Ideal for 16 years+ to Adults Cost: $150 Closing date for admission: 4 November 2024

Please join India and her friends as they perform an exciting program of music for violin, cello and flute. Program: Vivaldi, Mozart, De Falla, Suk, Minter, and more! Performers: India Smith, Amelie van der Werf, Arlie Bragg, Bridie O'Neill, Sam Russell and Tiko Lay Accompanist: Dr Robert Manley Proceeds will be donated to the Armidale Youth Orchestras, of which all the performers are active members. Thank you for your support!