ACADEMY
2024 Academy Programs at a glance
Regional Academy - registrations open below
Saturday 18th May - Sunday 19th May
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School
Spring Academy
Tuesday 24th September - Friday 27th September
Venue TBC
What is it?
Four days of chamber music under the guidance of Australia's best chamber musicians.
How does it work?
Students experience tutorials and rehearsals with two small ensembles, chamber orchestra and fun and informative workshops each day. Pieces rehearsed during the week are performed at a Final Concert on the last evening.
Students receive their music 3 to 4 weeks in advance so that they can feel fully prepared for playing in their ensembles.
Students may attend as individuals or with a pre-formed group, however applications must be submitted individually.
Who is it for?
Open to students aged 10 - 17 of the instruments below:
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Violin, viola or cello students who have been playing for at least 2 years
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Piano students at least Grade 6 AMEB (or equivalent) - Metro venues only
Is there an audition?
No audition is necessary however registered participants will be required to submit a video recording of themselves playing one or two set excerpts (see below) and a chosen piece. This assists with placing students in ensembles. Students will be placed in one of two streams according to their level:
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Masters stream - students up to approximately grade 6 level
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Elite stream - students approximately grade 6+ (places are limited to a maximum of 32 full time string students = 16 violins, 8 violas and 8 celli + piano students)
NB. The organisation of students into streams is dependent on numbers of participants, and is at the discretion of the Director.
EXCERPTS
If registering for Regional Academy, download the RA24 excerpts here from 25 March. These recordings are due upon the closing date.
Your recordings help us to determine:
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Which stream you will be in (Elite or Masters)
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Which other students are a similar level to you so we can put you together in a group
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The most appropriate level repertoire for you and your ensemble
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Seating in the orchestra
It is important to try and reflect your best playing in these videos.
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Please record the student in VIDEO (phone videos are acceptable) - make sure we can see you!
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You are to make 2 recordings - one of the set excerpt and one of your own choice piece (1 minute).
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Please send your 2 videos to info@wayachamp.com either attached directly or linked to a cloud-based sharing platform (dropbox, google drive etc), or via WhatsApp to 0410708612
Regional Academy dates, fees and enrolment options:
Regional Academy dates
Saturday 18th May 9:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday 19th May 9:00am - 3:00pm
Final Concert Sunday 19th May 3:30pm
Venue
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School Music Building
Enrolment fees
Trio package: $115 per student (registration + WAYACHAMP t-shirt + WAYACHAMP tote bag)
Duo package: $105 per student (registration + WAYACHAMP t-shirt)
Basic package: $80 per student (registration only)
Late admission: $105 per student
Regional Academy
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Important Dates
Audition excerpts released: 25 March (see information on excerpts above)
Registration closing date: **Extended to 15 April**
Recordings due: 15 April
Music allocated: 29 April
Autumn Academy dates, fees and enrolment options:
Autumn Academy
Tuesday 2nd April 9:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 3rd April 9:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday 4th April 9:30am - 4:00pm
Friday 5th April 9:30am - 4:00pm; Masters Concert 5:00pm / Elite Concert 7:00pm
Venue: UWA Conservatorium of Music
Early bird registration fees - Metro programs
Trio pack (includes discounted registration, t-shirt and bag): $405
Duo pack (includes discounted registration and t-shirt): $395
Basic pack (includes discounted registration): $370
Half-day participation*: $200
Normal registration fees - Metro programs
Trio pack (includes registration, t-shirt and bag): $430
Duo pack (includes registration and t-shirt): $420
Basic pack (includes registration): $395
Half-day participation*: $200
Late registrations incur a $25 surcharge
Check out the scholarships available for this program
Check out our unique t-shirts and bags
Important dates - Autumn Academy:
Scholarship and Bursary applications closing date: 9 February or until all places are filled
Excerpts released: 12 February
Early Bird closing date: 16 February
Final closing date: 26 February
Audition videos due: 26 February
Music allocated: 11 March
Compose! Submissions due: 19 March
*Half-day participation:
An option for students who have other commitments during the week or do not wish to attend all day. Half-day participants will attend the orchestra and workshop sessions across the 4 days plus perform in the Final Concert. For Autumn Academy, attendance for all half-day students will be from 9:30am - 12:00pm each day.
Autumn Academy
Other Academy dates
Spring Academy
Tuesday 24th September 9:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 25th September 9:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday 26th September 9:30am - 4:00pm
Friday 27th September 9:30am - 4:00pm; Masters Concert 5:00pm / Elite Concert 7:00pm
Venue: TBC
Refund and Cancellation Policy
No refunds will be offered to those wishing to withdraw after the audition deadline.
In the event that WAYACHAMP Programs are unable to operate on location due to public health measures, alternative online activities will be in operation. Those no longer wishing to participate will have the opportunity to request a full refund.