Calling all emerging orchestral string players! Registration is now open for the 2024 Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium String Camp, commencing October 1st and finishing October 4th.

This immersive and intensive camp is targeted to musicians aged 8-18 and with a minimum playing standard of Grade 2 AMEB (Australian Musicians Examination Board). More advanced players (AMEB Grade 8+) will be given extra opportunities to challenge and supplement their learning. String players do not need to be currently taking lessons or ensemble programs at the Coffs Con to apply for String Camp – we have had participants come join from Grafton, Bellingen, Nambucca, Armidale and Port Macquarie in past years. Instruments included are violin, viola, cello and double bass.

String camp is structured to fully engage participants with intensive string orchestra rehearsals; sectionals with expert tutors and solo masterclasses and performance opportunities. Benefits of the camp include:

• Rapid improvement in technical abilities on your instrument

• Increased ensemble and listening skills

• Enjoyment and renewed passion for music

• Strong social connections with likeminded music friends

Parents, family and friends are welcome to come and listen to the public lunchtime concert Friday 4th of October 11.30-12.30pm, in which the string campers will present a varied program – showcasing all their hard work over the past 3 days!