For Schools 2027
MSO Schools is supported by
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All tickets
$10
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MSO Box Office (03) 9929 9600 msoschools.com.au
Schools’ Concerts Bookings now open! Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey in 2027! The MSO has put together an exciting season just for schools – featuring world-class artists, inspiring conductors, and our incredible Orchestra performing music that will leave students buzzing with energy. MSO for Schools is all about lighting that creative spark. Every year, thousands of students take part in our programs – we’ve got concerts for students of all ages and abilities, ready-to-use classroom resources, and opportunities for schools connecting with us for the first time. Whether you’re a seasoned music teacher or a classroom all-rounder, we’ve got you covered!
Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous supporter, tickets to all Schools’ Concerts are available for just $10 plus we can offer excursion subsidies for eligible schools – find out more later in this brochure! This wonderful patron support helps ensure that MSO for Schools remains accessible to everyone, giving more young people the opportunity to experience the magic of live orchestral music. Check out our complimentary Teachers’ Lounge membership – we think music educators deserve a treat! We look forward to connecting with you. msoschools.com.au
P.S. Our Jams in Schools workshops for Prep – Year 6 students from disadvantaged or low SES backgrounds continues in 2027. Please see our website for more information. 1
Years Prep to 6 All tickets $10
Symphonic Heroes
Endangered Australia
Friday 7 May 2027 / 10.30am & 12.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Friday 20 August 2027 / 10.30am & 12.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Heroes need courage, teamwork and imagination and so do musicians.
To survive in Australia, our native creatures need to be powerful, cunning, creative and sometimes a little strange.
Join the MSO for an interactive concert celebrating the superpowers of music through unforgettable themes from films including Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, Frozen, The Avengers and Star Wars. Discover how the orchestra brings stories to life, meet the unique voices of each instrument, and experience the excitement, emotion and magic that only live orchestral music can create. Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Daniel Corvaia^ conductor Amberley Bremner presenter
Jessica Wells’ beautiful new work, written for Envoy Films’ documentary series Endangered: Australia, mirrors this in music, creating an orchestral experience that takes you on a journey across diverse landscapes, showcasing our incredible environment through music, narration, and images. Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Sara Duhig conductor Dr Richard Vaudrey presenter Duration: Approximately 50 minutes, no interval
^Cybec Assistant Conductor Duration: Approximately 50 minutes, no interval
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Years 7 to 12 NAIDOC Week Celebration: Troy Cassar-Daley x MSO All tickets $10
Saturday 10 July 2027 / 7.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall One of Australia’s greatest storytellers brings his powerful songwriting and soulful voice to Hamer Hall in this special NAIDOC Week performance with the MSO. For more than 30 years, Troy Cassar-Daley’s music has been the soundtrack to life in Australia – capturing the spirit of small towns, the resilience of everyday people and the beauty of this country. A proud Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung man, Cassar-Daley brings his legacy as fireside storyteller and custodian of culture to our nation’s grandest stage. Hear songs from his incredible catalogue given new richness and energy in arrangements for orchestra by the brilliant young composer Alex Turley. 3
More than just a musician, Cassar-Daley is a voice that echoes across the Australian landscape. Don’t miss this singular performer in this unforgettable performance. Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Troy Cassar-Daley vocalist Aaron Wyatt conductor Alex Turley arranger
Open Rehearsals All tickets $10 Go behind the scenes to explore the inner workings of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and discover what it takes to create the perfect performance. Duration: approximately 60 minutes. Please note: rehearsals are at the conductor’s discretion and therefore program and finishing times may vary.
Wednesday 10 March 2027 / 10am Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Wednesday 21 July 2027 / 10am Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Schubert Symphony No.8 Unfinished
Joel Järventausta Naava
Mahler Das Lied von der Erde
Bruch Violin Concerto
Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Jaime Martín conductor Fleur Barron mezzo-soprano Simon O’Neill tenor
Sibelius Symphony No.5 Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Eva Ollikainen conductor
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Years 9 to 12 Meet the Music Series All tickets $10 The MSO’s popular Meet the Music Series brings together outstanding performers, inspiring musical moments and much-loved orchestral repertoire. With six concerts to choose from, there’s something to spark everyone’s imagination. To help students get the most from their concert experience, each performance is accompanied by a digital pre-concert talk. These engaging resources introduce key works, composers and musical ideas, helping students feel prepared and excited before they take their seats. Pre-concert resources will be available at msoschools.com.au Limited availability – book early to secure your spot!
1 / Paul Lewis performs Beethoven’s Emperor
2 / Quick Fix at Half Six: Ravel’s Piano Concerto
Thursday 4 March 2027 / 7.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Monday 19 April 2027 / 6.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall Auslan interpreted
Mendelssohn The Hebrides Overture Beethoven Piano Concerto No.5 Emperor
Tailleferre Ballade for Piano and Orchestra
Dvořák Slavonic Dances, Op.46
Ravel Piano Concerto in G
Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Jaime Martín conductor Paul Lewis piano
Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Yutaka Sado conductor Alexandra Dariescu piano Daniel Corvaia^ presenter
Duration: Approximately 2 hours including a 20-minute interval
^Cybec Assistant Conductor Duration: Approximately 1 hour, no interval
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3 / Icons of the 20th Century: Spanish Nights & Firebird Thursday 27 May 2027 / 7.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
4 / Symphonic Swing Thursday 10 June 2027 / 7.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall Gershwin Girl Crazy: Overture
Janáček Sinfonietta
Wynton Marsalis Trumpet Concerto
De Falla Nights in the Gardens of Spain
Vanessa Perica New work*
Stravinsky The Firebird (complete ballet)
Bernstein On the Waterfront Symphonic Suite
Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Jaime Martín conductor Martín García García piano Musicians from the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes including a 20-minute interval
*MSO co-commission
Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Clark Rundell conductor Selina Ott trumpet Duration: Approximately 2 hours including a 20-minute interval
This performance is part of ANAM and MSO’s Orchestral Training Partnership
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5/A Midwinter Feast: Britten, Elgar & Walton
6 / Quick Fix at Half Six: Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony
Thursday 26 August 2027 / 7.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall
Monday 11 October 2027 / 6.30pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall Auslan interpreted
Britten A Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra Elgar Cello Concerto Walton Belshazzar’s Feast Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Jaime Martín conductor Li-Wei Qin cello MSO Chorus
Tchaikovsky Symphony No.4 Featuring Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Chloé van Soeterstède conductor Daniel Corvaia^ presenter ^Cybec Assistant Conductor Duration: Approximately 1 hour, no interval
Duration: Approximately 2 hours including a 20-minute interval
Quick Fix at Half Six is supported by City of Melbourne.
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The MSO’s Auslan interpreted performances receive funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Daniel Corvaia’s position is supported by Cybec Foundation.
Excursion Subsidy
Excursion subsidies are available for primary and secondary government schools, with priority given to those with an ICSEA lower than 1000. Applications must be received at least 14 days in advance of the event, and early submission is encouraged. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Subsidy is available for: — Transport — Staffing Costs Please note that applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to the availability of funds. MSO is committed to supporting access to our concert experiences for as many students as possible.
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MSO Teachers’ Lounge
We think you deserve a treat! Music teachers all over Victoria are working hard to give our young people the music education they need, and we want to say thank you for all you do. Complimentary membership and benefits are available to current early childhood, primary and secondary teachers. As part of your membership, you will receive access to: — Complimentary and discount ticket offers to select MSO concerts — Advanced notice of the MSO’s schools’ program brochure — Classroom resources and videos created by music education specialists — Priority booking period to schools’ program events — Invitation to attend MSO’s presentation of the new season’s programs and artists — Invitation and special offers to attend Music and Ideas events and MSO Academy performances Sign up at msoschools.com.au
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msoschools.com.au Our schools’ website is the MSO’s one-stop destination for educators. Find resources, lesson plans, concert and instructional videos, and much more!
Feedback, Ideas & Questions Our Learning and Engagement team is always happy to hear from you. Email schools@mso.com.au
msolearn.com.au Check out the MSO’s popular online learning resource exploring the inner workings of a symphony orchestra. This free interactive tool can be accessed on any desktop or mobile device and takes students through the sections, instruments and sounds of the orchestra.
Book Now! MSO Box Office: (03) 9929 9600 msoschools.com.au
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