The legendary AYO National Music Camp is a transforming experience for any young musician. Together with the best young Australian players, you will participate in unforgettable concerts inspired by musical leaders of international standing, performing music that is both thrilling and deeply satisfying. With the support of tutors, hand-picked from the finest talents all over the world, AYO National Music Camp offers one of the richest music learning experiences in the country. Spending two weeks in the company of people your own age who share your love of music, you’ll enjoy stimulating camaraderie and form lasting friendships. It’s full-on, but once you’ve had a taste of it, you’ll know why a large number of musicians in Australia rate AYO National Music Camp as the place that inspired them most deeply.

THE MUSIC DIRECTOR: Paul Dean

Much in demand as a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician and teacher, Paul Dean has performed with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Grainger Quartet, Australian String Quartet, Flinders Quartet and Tin Alley Quartet. He was Principal Clarinet with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra between 1987 and 2000. Paul is also the Artistic Director of the Australian National Academy of Music, Southern Cross Soloists and the Bangalow Music Festival. 
Click here for Paul's full biography.

Want to know more?

AYO National Music Camp 2011 offers specialised programs for aspiring musicians, arts administrators, composers and music journalists. Click through below to find out more.

Orchestral Program
Composition Program
Arts Administration Program
Words About Music Program



Applications for 2011 have now closed.
 

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