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Melbourne Chamber Orchestra School Holiday Program

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra’s Holiday Music Program is bringing the joy of music making to libraries across the City of Casey this April.

Children will have the opportunity to participate in free workshops that will introduce them to the string instruments and allow them to be active music makers.

Activities will include creating artwork in response to live music, musical story time, making and playing percussion instruments and an instrument petting zoo, where children can try a string instrument for the first time, guided by experienced music educators.

No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Bookings are essential.

Please note, that a responsible adult should accompany children under 12 when attending these programs.

Instrument Petting Zoo

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra will bring a variety of string instruments for children to see, hear, touch and even try. 

This is a great opportunity for children to experience a variety of instruments while being guided by professional musicians. 

Suitable for ages 6-12 years

Listen and Create

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra musicians will perform live, while participants create artwork inspired by the music. 

We supply the materials, you bring your imagination

Suitable for ages 6-12 years

Make Your Own Instruments

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra will guide participants to create their own percussion instruments. 

Participants will also be invited back to then play their instrument at the final Concert (details below).

Suitable for ages 8-14 years

Musical Storytime

Enjoy an interactive music performance as musicians from the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra bring Wurrtoo: The Wombat Who Fell in Love with the Sky by Tylissa Elisara to life through music and storytelling.

While the session is designed for primary school–aged children, families and younger children are very welcome to attend.

Suitable for ages 4-12 years

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra Concert

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra present a live performance of Wurrtoo: The Wombat Who Fell in Love with the Sky by Tylissa Elisara.

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra is bringing the joy of music making to libraries across the City of Casey this School Holidays.

This concert will act as a culmination of the program and an opportunity for children participate in a performance alongside the professional musicians.

Suitable for ages 4-12 years