Clarinet Mega Day

Elder Conservatorium Clarinet Mega Day Date: Sunday 18 October Time: 9.30am–5.00pm Venue: Elder Hall Registration Fee / Tickets: $30 (plus booking fee) Whether you're a student, a teacher, an adult returning to the instrument or a lifelong player, the Elder Conservatorium Clarinet Mega Day is a full day devoted to the clarinet, all under one roof in Elder Hall. Run by Head of Woodwind Lloyd Van't Hoff, the day brings together a number of outstanding guest artists, including Philip Arkinstall (Associate Principal Clarinet, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra) and Dean Newcomb (Principal Clarinet, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra), for a program of masterclasses, workshops and music-making, finishing with a public concert. Schedule: Time Session 9.30–10.00am Arrival and Registration 10.00–10.30am Clarinet Warm-Ups with Lloyd Van't Hoff 10.30–11.15am Instrument Maintenance and Selection with Simon Clarke and Lloyd Van't Hoff 11.15am–12.00pm Finding Your Voice on the Clarinet with Philip Arkinstall 12.00–1.00pm Lunch 1.00–2.00pm Masterclass with Philip Arkinstall / Masterclass with Dean Newcomb (concurrent) 2.00–2.45pm Orchestral Auditions with Dean Newcomb and Philip Arkinstall 2.45–3.15pm Afternoon Tea 3.15–4.00pm Massed Clarinet Choir Rehearsal 4.00–5.00pm Final Concert: guest artists, Adelaide Clarinet Ensemble and the Massed Clarinet Choir Why come? Clarinetists don't often get this many of the best players and teachers in one place, in one day. You'll learn from working professionals, hear great playing up close, and meet other players who share your passion. Whatever your level, there's something here to take back to your practice room. Play in the choir, observe a masterclass, or simply soak up a day of clarinet, then stay for the concert. Masterclasses If you would like to play in either Masterclass with Philip Arkinstall or Dean Newcomb please write directly to Lloyd Van't Hoff to express your interest: [email protected] Proudly sponsored by Presto Musical Repairs | Notus Winds | Uebel Clarinets Doors open at 9:30 am for arrival and registration. Lunch and afternoon tea breaks are included in the timetable, so bring your clarinet, your reeds and your curiosity.