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The Galactic Summer Music Camp is a unique opportunity for young musicians aged 11-24 to immerse themselves in the world of sci-fi orchestral music. Whether you are an intermediate or advanced player, you'll find something to inspire and challenge you.
And there's no need to worry about auditions, as long as you meet the minimum skill requirements, you're welcome to join in on the fun!
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See the full list of instruments and requirements below
Finale Concert
After 4 Days of fun-filled music playing, the camp will culminate in a Finale Concert in the evening of the final day.
You'll get the opportunity to perform in the spectacular Armitage Centre at the Empire Theatre.
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Invite your family and friends from throughout the galaxy to hear all the iconic themes from their favourite space sagas that you've prepared with your new found space-friends!
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Tickets for the concert will go on sale closer to the event
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What people say about our camps.
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What is the NEXT LEVEL Summer Music Camp?A full-day (9am - 4pm) music camp with rehearsals for FOUR days culminating in a Finale Concert on the final evening. The camp is run by conductor Tim Gray (TRYO's Conductor) and vocal coach Michelle Gray.
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What music will we get to play?This year the theme is video game music. We will be enjoying the epic music from some of the most iconic music written for video games - it's going to be next level!
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Who can attend?All young musicians and singers between the ages of 11 and 24 - CHECK SKILL LEVEL BELOW FOR SUITABILITY.
What is the Galactic Summer Music Camp?
A full-day (9am - 4pm) non-residential music camp with rehearsals for FOUR days (January 14-17) culminating in a Finale Concert on the final evening.
The camp is lead by TRYO conductor Tim Gray, with Vocal Ensemble director Michelle Gray, and Junior Ensemble conductor Jeremy Gray.
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What music will we get to play?
The theme for this camp is GALACTIC, so we will be enjoying some of the most epic and recognisable music written for space adventures including John Williams' iconic themes for Star Wars, as well as music from Star Trek, Apollo 13, Doctor Who, Interstellar, 2001: A Space Odyssey and more.
Who can attend?
All young musicians between ages 11 and 24 that meet the minimum skill level requirements below.
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Do I have to be a TRYO member?
Not at all! Any musician can join in the fun!
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What instruments can play in the camp?
Any orchestral or band instruments including:
Strings:
Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Bass Guitar
Winds:
Piccolo, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone
Brass:
Trumpets, Trombone, Baritone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba
Percussion:
Tuned & Untuned Percussion, Drumkit (must be able to read full charts)
Limited places are available for percussion.
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Guitar and Piano are not available as main instruments but can be listed as a 2nd instrument.
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What if I play two instruments?
Players can list a second instrument or more on the registration form.
This is especially helpful for us to know if, for example, a violinist might be willing to play viola.
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Instruments such as piano and acoustic/electric guitar don't usually have enough parts to list them as a main instrument but you can list them as a second or third instrument should we require someone to play that part.
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What level do you need to be? Is there an audition?
NO, there is no audition required!
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The camp can cater for all early intermediate to advanced musicians and singers.
Three groups will be running for the entire camp -
Full Orchestra, Junior Ensemble and Vocal Group.
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Level Requirements:
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Check with your teacher if you're not sure of your level.
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Full Youth Orchestra
Grade 4/5+ AMEB is required for 1st parts and solos.
A minimum Grade 3 AMEB level for the 2nd/3rd parts.
IMPORTANT: Very good ability in sight-reading is highly recommended for this short intensive camp.
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Junior Ensemble
Players should have at least a couple of years of tuition and have reached about Grade 1 or 2 AMEB level.
A good knowledge of simpler keys including concert C, F, G and D major. Reading of notes is essential.
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Vocal Group
Vocalists will need to be able to sing in tune. Experience in part-singing is strongly recommended. Please list vocal type (sop., alto, tenor bass) during registration.
Being able to read music is a distinct advantage, but not essential if you are a quick learner.
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Where is it being held?
Tues-Thurs rehearsals will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Laurel St, Toowoomba.
Friday rehearsals and concert will be held at the Armitage Centre at Toowoomba's Empire Theatres.
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Who can attend the Finale Concert and how do we book tickets?
The concert will be open to the public and will be held on the evening of the final day.
Friday @ 6:30pm
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 concession and will be available shortly before the camp starts.
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What is the cost of the camp?
Early Bird Price | $175 per player
After 13th Dec. | $205 per player
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An invoice will be issued once the online registration form has been submitted and processed by our team.
IMPORTANT: The fees are NOT REFUNDABLE.
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Partial credit towards future TRYO camps may be given in the event a camper is unable to begin the camp due to illness. (A medical certificate may be required)
In the case that the camp can not go ahead on the advertised dates, we will reschedule the camp for a later time in the year.
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PLEASE NOTE - LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED - Please provide your own packed morning tea, lunch, snacks and water please.
Is accommodation available for out-of-towners?
This is a non-residential camp and so participants will need to make their own arrangements for accomodation.
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This sounds great, how do I register?
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Simply click below and fill in the online registration form.
Registrations are open til January 7th 2025, 11:59pm.
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If you have more questions, please get in touch via our Contact Form
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