First Thursday: The science and power of rhythm and movement for development and wellbeing – To be human is to be rhythmic. The first sense of sound we experience is our mothers’ rhythmic heartbeat, and at the end of life, as our other senses fade, our hearing is the one that remains – our own…
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What to listen for, what to say, and how to support real progress in rehearsals, exams, and recitals. As music teachers, we are often called upon to accompany young students on instruments outside our own primary expertise. Supporting a beginner violinist, flutist, or brass player requires a unique pedagogical approach that goes far beyond just…
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To be human is to be rhythmic. The first sense of sound we experience is our mothers’ rhythmic heartbeat, and at the end of life, as our other senses fade, our hearing is the one that remains – our own heartbeat perhaps soothing us with its slowing rhythm. Across the lifespan, beat and rhythm play…
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As the end of the financial year approaches, in this practical session, Alex Solo (lawyer and co-founder of online law firm Sprintlaw) will walk through the key legal areas every music teacher and small business owner should know about – plus answer your questions in a live Q&A. About the Presenter Alex Solo, Sprint Law Alex…
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On March 8, 2026, prior to the scheduled workshop, the Illawarra Branch will hold its annual meeting to provide an update on Illawarra activities. Location: Wollongong Conservatorium Further details can be requested by emailing illawarra@mtansw.org.au
On Saturday 22 November, the Illawarra Branch is holding a combined teachers concert and Christmas get -together at a members home in Cordeaux Heights. Event to start at 2 :30pm and followed with an early evening meal. Places will be limited to 15-18 people so please contact illawarra@mtansw.org.au in regards to attendance. Also let me…
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In this First Thursday video replay, Daphne shares her approach to music education, which places the student at the center of the learning experience. She’ll discuss how embracing and leveraging individual diversity can lead to creative and artistic outcomes that benefit everyone. This presentation will cover topics like: Webinar participants are invited to submit any…
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Daphne’s approach to music education places the student firmly at the centre of the learning experience and in this presentation, she will discuss how celebrating and taking advantage of individual diversity, can lead to creative and artistic outcomes that benefit everyone. Some of the topics addressed will include Webinar participants are invited to submit any…
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Join Brenda Hunting for an insightful webinar that delves into the essentials of successfully managing your Teaching Studio Business. As music teachers, we cherish the joy of sharing our passion for music with our students. However, beyond teaching lies the responsibility of running and overseeing our own studios or music schools, making us not just…
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A Zoom Link will be sent upon registration. Amanda’s presentation explores the mysterious interplay of the conscious and unconscious minds; how to deliberately utilise them correctly for highly effective teaching and smooth, secure learning. Music can generate deeply meaningful and magical experiences in our lives when we have insight into the workings of the human…
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