NSW

Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO):

The ACO’s National Education Program aims to provide outstanding musical experiences to students across Australia.  Through programs such as subsidised tickets provided through the Commonwealth Bank Schools Program, we hope to provide students with both the tools and the inspiration to continue their lifelong musical journey.  Our Emerging Artists’ Program, a partnership with the Australian Youth Orchestra, provides graduate level students with a mentoring program in association with ACO players. Go to: http://www.aco.com.au/?EID=166

Cultural Infusion:

The Cultural Infusion Schools’ Program is a multidisciplinary program utilising arts & cultural practitioners from diverse cultures and backgrounds, as a primary communication tool to enhance the school curriculum.  Cultural Infusion performance-workshops are interactive and engaging. Students gain an insight into the wealth of our diverse nation and explore the history, traditions and languages of various cultures. The program comprises of live, tailor-made interactive performance-workshops for students of all ages nationwide. Artists also perform at: school assemblies, lunchtime concerts, artist-in-residence, all day programs and school fetes. The program supports many areas of school curriculum including Drama, Music, SOSE, PE, Dance, LOTE, English and ESL. Many of our artists, who have made Australia their home, are recognised as the foremost authorities in their fields internationally. Go to:  http://www.culturalinfusion.com/

Music Outback:

Music Outback Foundation Limited is a non-profit Deductible Gift Recipient charity dedicated to the use of music and related art forms as a means of improving outcomes on remote Indigenous communities. Music Outback Foundation programs have been designed to:

• Develop the use of music in remote isolated schools as a means of improving general education outcomes
• Assist in the preservation of threatened languages and culture through the engagement of older community members in first language song writing
• Engage school age Indigenous youth who don't attend school in creative activities that promote healthy lifestyle choices
• Strengthen the roles of community adults in the mentoring and leading of young people in education and cultural expression
• Involve various agencies on Indigenous communities in activities that build partnerships and cross-agency cooperation across the community.  Go to: http://www.musicoutback.com.au/

Musica Viva:

In 2007 Musica viva offers a broad spectrum of music education designed to enrich learning across the school curriculum with the support of education departments throughout Australia.  Their primary schools program showcases an eclectic choice of musical experiences inspired and guided by professional musicians to support and enhance teaching and learning in innovative ways through live performances, teacher professional development and resource materials. Musica Viva brings fresh energy, inspiration and creativity to the classroom.  For secondary schools the choices range from Musica Viva’s in-school concerts and workshops, to tailor-made programs featuring artists in residence. Australian Music Days are growing ever more popular with elective music students, and teachers can access web-based teaching and learning resources, and professional development opportunities through this ‘award–winning’ Musica Viva In Schools program.  Online activities are also available. Go to: http://www.musicaviva.com.au/mvis_about.asp

OzOpera (Opera Australia):

The Schools Company has a reputation as one of the most important arts education programs to be offered to Australian school students. The mission of the program has two primary aims: 

• To introduce children between the ages of five and twelve to the experience of opera.
• To enhance classroom learning in the areas of music and drama. 

The education program includes:  SSO concerts in regional areas; Sydney Symphony Sinfonietta for young musicians; online activities; work experience; adult education.

SSO Education program, including their live concerts, is aligned with the NSW Music Syllabus. Go to:  http://www.sydneysymphony.com/page.asp?p=173