Mitchell Conservatorium [MitCon] is looking to hit the ground running in 2022 with a series of music programs to deepen connections with local schools and the wider community.
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A big focus of MitCon's 2022 plans will be the creation of more ensembles, with the CONnections jazz ensemble to be offered for Year 10,11 and 12 students across the community.
There will also be opportunities for people of any age or skill level to drop in for a free introductory lesson on various instruments, with drums, flute and clarinet already being offered.
MitCon executive director Andrew Smith said the institution's key objectives for the year will be to expand relationships with local schools and further promote an all-inclusive image for education offerings.
"We really want to get into the schools more and help student ensembles thrive again after two incredibly difficult years," Mr Smith said.
"I'm a firm believer in the importance of music ensembles in schools. We don't want to take away from what schools are doing already, we want to help enhance them"
MitCon publicity officer Lauren Hagney said the institution will also bring back a range of existing programs that have been enjoyed by students and the wider community in the past.
"We're kicking off our early childhood program again, which has been sorely missed during COVID, and there will be classes for both babies and toddlers," Ms Hagney said.
"We firmly believe the building blocks of music is just as essential for early learners and preschool-aged children to learn as swimming lesson or other early childhood education initiatives parents invest in."
Mr Smith said MitCon wants to continue breaking down preconceptions that the institution is solely for experienced musicians.
"Music engages many cognitive functions all at once, and plays such a vital role in both students discovering their own identity, and adults looking to learn [or re-learn] an instrument," he said.
For more information, visit www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au.
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