events calendar

2011 - Calendar

January
31	Term 1 commences (10 week term)
February
18	NSW AMEB May Written Exam Entries Close
25	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #1: Synergy Percussion Concert Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University and Dubbo Photo News	7:30pm, Macquarie Conservatroium Concert Hall Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
26	Synergy Percussion Public Workshop Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University and Dubbo Photo News	10:30am-12:30pm, Macquarie ConservatoriumConcert Hall Bookings essential
March
18	NSW AMEB Country Practical Series Exam Entries Close
20	Free String Workshop with members from ANU School of Music Chamber Orchestra	1:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall Bookings essential
20	ANU School of Music Chamber Orchestra Concert directed by Tor Fromyhr Works by JS Bach, Peter Sculthorpe, Eric Korngold, Terry Riley and Graeme Koehne Presented by ANU School of Music and Canberra International Music Festival in association with Macquarie Conservatorium	3:30pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession, $5 Students and Children
28	Free Vocal Skills Workshop presented by the Artistic Director of Moorambilla Voices, Michelle Leonard Selected students may be short listed to take part in the annual program of regional residency camps and performances in Baradine and Coonamble in August and September	8:30-9:30am Primary Girls 9:30-10:30am Primary Boys 11:00am-11:45am Students from Years 7-10
April
1	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #2: Michael Kieran Harvey (piano) Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University and Dubbo Photo News	7:30pm, Macquarie Conservatroium Concert Hall Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
8	End of Term 1
26	Term 2 commences (10 week term)
May
8	Mothers’ Day Concert	2:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall
16-20	NSW AMEB Written Exams
20	Student Concert	6:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall Gold coin donation
27	Opera Queensland Moving Opera! Concert	6:00pm, Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre Gold Coin Donation
June
2	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #3: Katie Noonan (voice) and Karin Schaupp (guitar) in Duo Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University, Dubbo Photo News and St Brigid's Church	7:30pm, St Brigid's Church 198 Brisbane Street Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
13	Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
20	NSW AMEB August Written Exam Entries Close
24	Mozart After Dark with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Presented by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in association with Macquarie Conservatorium. Macquarie Conservatorium is assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW	7:00pm, Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre Tickets available from the DRTCC
July
1	End of Term 2
4-8	Australasian Piano Pedagogy Conference, Wagga Wagga, NSW	http://www.appca.com.au
18	Term 3 commences (10 week term)
18-17	NSW AMEB Practical Exam Series
August
7	BlechMafia Nürnberg (BrassMafia) Concert Presented in association with Macquarie Conservatorium and the Dubbo RSL Club Resort	3:00pm Dubbo RSL Club Resort Theatrette Proceeds to CanTeen
11	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #4: Graham Sattler (voice) and Hamish Tait (piano) Presented in association with Orange and Riverina Regional Conservatoriums and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University and Dubbo Photo News	7:30pm, St Brigid's Church 198 Brisbane Street Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
17	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #5: Saguaro Trio Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University, Dubbo Photo News and Holy Trinity Anglican Church	7:30pm, Holy Trinity Anglican Church 158 Brisbane Street Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
22-26	NSW AMEB Written Exams
September
2	Student Concert	6:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall
10	Scholarship Auditions
16	Annual Presentation Night Concert	7:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall
20	Macquarie Conservatorium AGM	7:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall
22	2011 Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Series Concert #6: Australian Brass Quintet Presented in association with Musica Viva CountryWide and assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW and supporters Charles Sturt University, Dubbo Photo News and St Brigid's Church	7:30pm, St Brigid's Church 198 Brisbane Street Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Concession $5 Macquarie Conservatorium Student $45 Family of 4 Season Tickets for Series of 6 Concerts: $90 Adults, $65 Concession, $200 Family of 4
23	End of Term 3
26 - 30	MACQUARIE CONSERVATORIUM & ORANA ARTS PRESENT TUNES FOR TIKES : FREE PUBLIC CONCERTS AND INTERACTIVE SESSON FOR PRE-SCHOOL TO PRIMARY AGED CHILDREN* The Tunes for Tikes Free Public Concerts are supported by the NSW Government through Arts NSW, the Department of Education and Communities and JobLink plus   Locations:	*Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer Enquiries call Orana Arts 6817 8705 or email kellen@oranaarts.com
26	Monday 26 September: Apollo House, 11 Collins Ave Dubbo	10am – 11.45am
27	Tuesday 27 September: Dundas Park, Narromine Gilgandra Preschool, Eiraben St Gilgandra	10am – 11.45am 2pm – 3.45pm
28	Wednesday 28 September: Yulluwirri Kids preschool 2-6 Bandulla St Coonabarabran Mendooran Preschool, 29 Napier St Mendooran	10am – 11.45am 2pm – 3.45pm
29	Thursday 29 September: Mudgee Family Day Care Centre lawns; 82-84 Market St Kandos Preschool, 27 Fleming St Kandos	10am – 11.45am 2pm – 3.45pm
30	Friday 30 September: Coolah Youth & Community Hall, 10-12 Binnia St Coolah	10am – 11.45am
October
10	Term 4 commences (10 week term)
22	Bold 'n Brassy featuring The Dubbo District Concert Band with Guest Conductor and Soloist, Ronald Prussing and Musical Director of The Dubbo District Concert Band, Stephen Smith Presented by The Dubbo District Concert Band in association with Macquarie Conservatorium	2:00pm, Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre Tickets available from the DRTCC
November
5	Free Piano Masterclass with World Renowned Pianist, Roger Woodward. Students wishing to perform need to register with the Conservatorium Office by 3pm Friday 28 October	2:00-4:00pm Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall
6	Piano Recital presented by Roger Woodward.   Tickets available from the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre	2:30pm Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre
December
2	Student Concert	6:00pm, Macquarie Conservatorium Concert Hall Gold coin donation
8	The Drum Shop Clinic@Dubbo featuring professional drummer from The Newcastle Drum Shop, Adz Morris together with local drum guru and Macquarie Conservatorium staff member, Greg Barker. Participants will have the chance for hands on experience and will receive much practical advice.  Adz will be discussing playing live and in the studio and will be giving great tips and techniques, integrating electronics into live playing and much more. Sales of drums and percussion gear at reduced prices will also be available on the day. Admission per person is $10 and participants are asked to bring the correct change.  The Tucker Truck will be onsite from 1-2pm with hot and cold food and drinks available for purchase. For further information, please contact Greg Barker on 6882 1270 or 0416 989 946.	Macquarie Conservatorium 10:00am-3:30pm Saturday 8 October with registrations from 9:30am.
16	End of Term 4