The Zoom link will be emailed after a booking is made. In this practical demonstration, Anthony van den Broek will outline an approach to teaching general knowledge components in a way that enriches and enlivens the practical music lesson. Starting with the most basic pieces right up to the diploma level, teaching music history, style…
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Come join your fellow colleagues for an informal meet up in West Pennant Hills. There is no agenda to the meeting, just an opportunity for chats, collegiality and relaxation with fellow music teachers and members of the MTA. On the 24 October 2024 at 10:30am-1230pm Location: Cafe Saligna, Cumberland State Forest, 95 Castle Hill Road,…
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Another special afternoon is planned for teachers. Our own concert on Saturday 28th September 2024. We had such a wonderful concert last term – lots of laughter, sightreading, improvisation, more laughter and wonderful food – an afternoon tea that spilled into dinner. Come and join us for a well needed social event. Samantha has very…
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This Presentation will look at, and include discussion on – Understanding the requirements for Music 1 and Music 2 Performance Interpreting and unpacking HSC Performance Marking Guidelines What are the examiners looking for? What makes a successful HSC music performance? How can students demonstrate their understanding of the concepts? Is their repertoire within the chosen…
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David Paterson presents Approaching the Teaching of Composition Pragmatically and discusses: Putting the art of composition into context Role of the Teacher Using extant models Addressing curriculum requirements I will be using an autoethnographic approach for the presentation of my ideas, which is designed to empower and validate a variety of teaching methods. I’ve heard…
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LINK TO VIDEO REPLAY WILL BE SENT ONCE A BOOKING IS MADE. If you’ve ever felt deflated or frustrated when your student walks in and announces they have not had time to practise that week, you are not alone! Even for students who are usually in a good routine, there are…
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This video recording will be available to purchase for the next month, closing 20 June 2024. To register for this professional development session please click here. In this one day workshop, AMEB Examiner, Anthony van den Broek, will comprehensively demonstrate the fundamental aspects of teaching piano repertoire, technical work and exercises from Preliminary to Certificate…
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Come join your fellow colleagues for an informal meet up in Rose Bay. There is no agenda to the meeting, just an opportunity for chats, collegiality and relaxation with fellow music teachers and members of the MTA. On the 27 June 2024 at 10:30am-1230pm Location: The Boathouse KIOSK, 594 NEW SOUTH HEAD ROAD, ROSE BAY, NSW,…
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Come join your fellow colleagues for an informal meet up in the Blue Mountains. There is no agenda to the meeting, just an opportunity for chats, collegiality and relaxation with fellow music teachers and members of the MTA. On the 22 August 2024 at 10:30am Location: Hounslow, 25 Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath
Come join your fellow colleagues for an informal meet up in Roseville. There is no agenda to the meeting, just an opportunity for chats, collegiality and relaxation with fellow music teachers and members of the MTA. On the 17 October 2024 at 10:30am-1230pm Location: Cafe Nate, 23 Hill St Roseville NSW 2069