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APPLY TO BE SELECTED FOR SYO AT SYO.COM.AU APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 2016
“Sydney Youth Orchestras’ is home to the finest ensembles of their kind in Australia. Not only do we tackle the great orchestral masterpieces, but young musicians form friendships for life. The 2017 season promises to be one of the most exciting yet, and includes the study and performance of orchestral works which will be of enormous benefit to all young musicians for their future careers. Young musicians from all over New South Wales are encouraged to audition for our orchestras and ensembles in order to reap the rewards from making incredible music together on a weekly basis. We look forward to you participating in what is sure to be a wonderful season of music making at its highest level.”
ALEXANDER BRIGER AO
CHIEF CONDUCTOR & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
2017 REPERTOIRE FOR THE SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA INCLUDES: DVOŘÁK Symphonies No. 7 & 8 | TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto ELGAR The Dream of Gerontius | DVOŘÁK Cello Concerto BRAHMS Symphony No. 4 | BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5
Sydney Youth Orchestras is the leading orchestral training organisation in NSW, forging dynamic relationships between young musicians and Australia’s leading music educators, conductors and performers. For 44 years SYO has been the engine room of excellence and produced some of Australia’s finest musicians and educators. In 2017 SYO will provide weekly orchestral training for musicians aged 6 – 25 years across 12 ensembles, including the new Western Sydney Youth Orchestra. SYO’s Orchestral Training Framework ensures that musicians progress through the orchestras, developing individual and ensemble skills under the careful guidance of artistic staff. Beyond equipping our emerging artists for careers as professional musicians, our program teaches teamwork, discipline, dedication, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Whatever career path these talented young people follow, they are likely to become leaders in and contributors to their community.
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN TO AUDITION FOR THE 2017 PROGRAM
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Our rigorous training pathway begins at earlystage music learning and culminates at a pre-professional level. Student progression is based on technical ability, musical aptitude and maturity for ensemble playing. This provides both SYO and students with a clear set of musical goals and an objective set of assessment standards. This combination of a process-based practice in a structured learning environment, and formal performance opportunities make SYO a unique training program. Our program is highly-respected and includes the modules, projects and activities which are vital to producing artistic vibrancy.
SYO EUROPEAN TOUR 8-23 APRIL 2017
This tour will visit the musically significant cities of Vienna, Budapest, Salzburg, Prague and Berlin. The tour will give students the opportunity to perform in world-renowned venues, work with leading classical musicians and attend performances by world-class orchestras. Limited places are available for new 2017 members. TOUR CONDUCTORS James Pensini | Alexander Briger AO TOUR SOLOISTS Nick Deutsch: Artistic Director, ANAM and Professor of Oboe, Hochschule fĂźr Musik, Leipzig. Owen Morris: Principal Trumpet, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. 3
Professional CONCERT PERFORMANCES in Sydney’s foremost venues ORCHESTRAL PROJECTS including the Four Winds Festival Residency and the London Concerto Travel Prize
Intensive overnight & daytime MUSIC CAMPS for all members
WEEKLY ORCHESTRAL TRAINING by highly skilled music educators and renowned conductors
SECTIONAL TUTORIALS with members of the SSO, AOBO, ACO for all members
TOURING Regional NSW, interstate and internationally MASTERCLASSES with visiting guest musicians from interstate and abroad
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SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRAL PROGRAM
THE SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA
SYO PHILHARMONIC
TA N G O O Z
SYMPHONIC WIND ORCHESTRA
PETER SEYMOUR ORCHESTRA
WESTERN SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA
SYO STRINGS PROGRAM
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S TA G E 2
S TA G E 3
S TA G E 4
THE SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA The Sydney Youth Orchestra is where Sydney’s most talented young musicians - those who aspire to the highest level of orchestral performance and a future as an orchestral musician - are to be found. Strings, Woodwind, Brass & Percussion: musicians aged up to 25 years, suggested level AMEB Grade 8 minimum or equivalent. SYO PHILHARMONIC Conducted by celebrated Australian musician, composer and educator Brian Buggy OAM, SYOP welcomes a full symphony orchestra to tackle sweeping orchestral works. Strings, Woodwind, Brass & Percussion, aged 12+, AMEB Grade 7 minimum or equivalent. TA N G O O Z Led by tango specialist Maggie Ferguson, this tango orchestra gives young musicians the unique opportunity to learn and play authentic Argentine music. TangoOz is an associate of the Orquesta Escuela de Tango of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s national school of orchestral tango. Strings, Piano, Bandoneon, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, aged 15+, AMEB Grade 7 minimum or equivalent. SYMPHONIC WIND ORCHESTRA This large ensemble is conducted by esteemed music educator James Pensini and performs all over Sydney at special events. Woodwind, Brass & Percussion, aged 12+, AMEB Grade 5 minimum or equivalent. PETER SEYMOUR ORCHESTRA Under the leadership of John Ockwell, musicians in PSO will have the opportunity to learn the foundations of orchestral training and the canon of Classical period repertoire. Strings, Woodwind & French Horn, aged 12+, AMEB Grade 6 minimum or equivalent.
SYO musicians have exceptional opportunities throughout the year for bespoke master classes with international musicians.
WESTERN SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA WSYO will begin its inaugural year covering orchestral training essentials with a focus on dynamic and varied repertoire. Strings, Woodwind, Brass & Percussion, aged 12+, AMEB Grade 5 minimum or equivalent.
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Delivered in an engaging environment, this structured education program provides students with an opportunity to hone their orchestral understanding, sight reading proficiency, aural awareness and general string technique. It is expected that a student will spend two years developing in a Stage before progressing in the program.
P R O G R A M
F U N D A M E N TA L S O F T H E O R Y
In Terms 2-4 of 2017, SYO is offering a general music theory class for students in the SYO Strings Program immediately prior to the morning and afternoon rehearsal sessions. Students will be educated in the principles of musicianship as it relates to the instrumental ensemble work they are undertaking in rehearsals. Some of the concepts that will be addressed include key signatures, scales, cadences, harmony, chord progressions, and aural practice. COST
$15/WEEK to be paid at the end of Term 1
CLASS TIMES 9AM-9.50AM – STAGES 1 AND 2 12.00PM-12.50PM – STAGES 3 AND 4 * Minimum enrolments are required for the class to be confirmed. Members will be contacted at the end of Term 1.
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Stage One is where many young players gain their first ensemble experience and the invaluable opportunity to play music with other like-minded children. This Stage invites young musicians to begin thinking more musically, introducing the challenges of playing together across instrumental sections, developing rhythmic and tonal understanding, and the interpretation of various dynamic and style markings. Expected base-level knowledge: first position playing in keys of up to 2 sharps and 1 flat. AMEB 1 – 3 or equivalent. S TA G E T W O
Students in Stage Two are exposed to increasingly complex orchestral concepts and will refine the skills required to effectively and confidently sight read, progressively master challenging rhythms and interpret musical markings with deeper stylistic understanding. Expected base-level knowledge: first to third position playing in keys of up to 3 sharps and 2 flats. AMEB 2 – 4 or equivalent. S TA G E T H R E E
Stage Three offers intermediate players the chance to further develop their ensemble playing while extending their technical and aural skills. These musicians will discover a range of increasingly challenging and engaging repertoire, demanding technical proficiency, superior ensemble skills and a sophisticated knowledge of style. Expected base-level knowledge: first to fifth position in major and minor keys of 3 flats to 4 sharps. AMEB 4 - 6 or equivalent. S TA G E F O U R
Stage Four is the springboard to the Symphonic Orchestral Program. Stage Four players receive invaluable opportunities to explore core chamber orchestral repertoire from baroque to late romantic, requiring a mature understanding of orchestral playing and exceptional technical skills. Expected base-level knowledge: a very high standard in first to fifth positions. AMEB 5 – 7 or equivalent. 8
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APPLICATIONS OPEN
Monday 25 July
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
Sunday 11 September
AUDITIONS SEMINAR
Saturday 13 August
AUDITION PERIOD
Friday 14 October - Monday 28 November
RESULTS RELEASED
Friday 16 December
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS
Friday 30 December
FINAL DATE - ACCEPTING OFFERS
Sunday 15 January 2017
REHEARSALS COMMENCE
Saturday 28 January 2017
COMMITMENT
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
With limited and highly sought-after places each year, it is a significant achievement to be offered a position with SYO. Successful applicants must commit to their orchestra for the whole year. Musicians are occasionally required to participate in extra rehearsals or workshops outside scheduled rehearsal times.
Every new applicant and existing SYO musician must audition. You are required to perform a prepared piece, orchestral excerpts, and sight reading. Full details will be sent to you upon receipt of your application. Auditions will be approximately 6-8 minutes in length.
R E G I O N A L PA R T I C I PA N T S
SYO is pleased to welcome young musicians who would like to be part of our program and are based in Regional NSW. A tailored rehearsal schedule including a flexible attendance plan and adjusted contribution payments is available for successful applicants who live at a distance which hinders ability to attend each week (i.e. over 3 hours away). Please contact SYO to discuss this further and to apply to audition via video. APPLICANTS MUST BE:
Amateur players aged 24 years or younger on 31 December 2016 and regularly studying with a professional instrumental teacher.
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A non-refundable audition fee is payable with your application. NEW MUSICIANS $60 2016 SYO MUSICIANS $50 AUDITION PROCESS
SYO is a merit-based organisation and by instituting a process of annual auditions our standard remains high. Our audition panels comprise SYO conductors and external instrumental experts/professional orchestral musicians. Due to the complex arrangement of ranking and assessing each student, we cannot enter into discussion about the placement of individual musicians.
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE St Mary’s Cathedral College 9.00am-9.50am - Terms 2, 3 & 4 only Fundamentals of Theory 10.00am-12.30pm arrive 9.30am SATURDAY
12.00pm-12.50pm - Terms 2, 3 & 4 only
1.00pm-4.00pm arrive 12:45pm
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St Mary’s Cathedral College 11.00am-1.00pm & 1.30pm-3.30pm The Sydney Youth Orchestra 2.00pm-5.00pm SYO Philharmonic Sydney Conservatorium of Music 5.30pm-7.30pm TangoOz Riverside Theatres Rehearsal Studios 5.30pm-8.30pm Western Sydney Youth Orchestra
Rehearsals for all orchestras occur weekly during the NSW state school terms, with the exception of The Sydney Youth Orchestra whose rehearsals are scheduled to complement the tertiary calendar. A U D I T I O N S S E M I N A R D AY S AT U R D AY 1 3 A U G U S T 2 0 1 6
At St Mary’s Cathedral College, Chapter Hall, current SYO and prospective musicians are invited to attend a seminar about audition requirements and tips, so you can feel confident and well prepared on the day. FEES
Fees comprise only 35% of the full cost of the SYO Annual Training Program. The balance is funded through the generous support we receive from Government, donors, and our corporate sponsors. For those young musicians who are invited to take a place in one of our orchestras, their cost of participation is less than $10 per hour. All fees are non-refundable.
SYO String Program Stage One SYO String Program Stage Two Fundamentals of Theory SYO String Program Stage Three SYO String Program Stage Four Peter Seymour Orchestra Symphonic Wind Orchestra
SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRAL PROGRAM ANNUAL FEE TRAINING PROGRAM
$1,160
MUSIC CAMP
$265
These contributions include a compulsory annual Association fee of $20 and all transaction fees.
TERTIARY DISCOUNT
$225
SIBLING DISCOUNT
$100 PER STUDENT
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT if paid in full by 30 December 2016 $50 REGIONAL TOUR $460 Regional Tour fees will be invoiced separately and are payable 6 weeks prior to the tour date. It is expected that all players accepted into SYOP, SWO, PSO & TangoOz will attend a tour. SYO STRINGS PROGRAM ANNUAL FEE TRAINING PROGRAM
$1,160
MUSIC CAMP
$195
These contributions include a compulsory annual Association fee of $20 and all transaction fees.
SIBLING DISCOUNT
$100 PER STUDENT
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT if paid in full by 30 December 2016 $50 10
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SYO is a not for profit organization, committed to educating and nurturing young people to achieve musical excellence through a structured program of orchestral training and performance.
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