We were thrilled to present the Young Mannheim Symphonists youth orchestra program for the fourth time in Melbourne in 2023, providing young Victorian musicians with the opportunity to be part of our unique youth orchestra program, co-directed by Rachael Beesley and Nicole van Bruggen.
At the 2023 VIC Intensive, the orchestra was directed by Rachael Beesley, and successful applicants along with those who travelled from Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra explored masterpieces by Mozart, Stamitz, Reicha and Beethoven during four days of workshops, tutorials and orchestral rehearsals at Camberwell Grammar School in Melbourne.
The 2023 VIC Intensive culminated in a public concert in which the Young Mannheim Symphonists perform the repertoire they had prepared throughout the week.
The Young Mannheim Symphonists directors and tutors are principal musicians of the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra – professional musicians who specialise in historically informed performance on period instruments. Their knowledge of musical styles, articulations, and embellishments comes from years of experience performing; reading treatises and studying scores; experimenting with instruments and interpretations; and sharing with their peers and their students. They are passionate about understanding our musical heritage in the context in which it was created, and they are even more passionate about inspiring and enlightening others.
“I came to YMS because I wanted to learn more about what HIP is and just try something new and different to other music programs. I definitely got to do this, have been introduced to so many new ideas and approaches, it was an amazing week!”
“I applied becuase last time I came it was really interesting and enjoyable and I found it to be just as good this time. I really enjoy the historical focus and playing in a historical style, as well as playing on period instruments in a period style, which isn't something that I really get a chance to do elsewhere. It's also great to have such knowledgeable tutors.”
— Young Mannheim Symphonists 2023 VIC Intensive participants
Young Mannheim Symphonists 2023 VIC Intensive
Tuesday 26 – Saturday 30 September
PROGRAM
directed by Rachael Beesley
MOZART Marriage of Figaro Overture
Works by STAMITZ, RICHTER & REICHA
BEETHOVEN Symphony No.7, Op.92
Download the program pdf.