Met Sec Central and West 2021
The MRC Secondary ensembles workshops (Met Sec) allow students from within Metropolitan region to participate in a variety of ensemble experiences with leading guest conductors across a short period of rehearsal. In a 1-day workshop with a concert at the conclusion of the day.
Students need to nominate through their instrumental teacher and are nominated online after returning a medical form to their teacher. They will be notified of their success and placement after this nomination process closes.
Students are responsible for bringing their own instruments and equipment. Keyboard and drum kit will be provided for big band and bass stools will be provided for orchestra.
Students will be expected to bring all other equipment including amps etc. to the Old Museum building. All transport to and from the venue is the responsibility of the individual students.
Students may only participate in one ensemble per workshop, but are able to nominate for a first and second preference of ensemble. Students may also nominate and participate in both Met Sec Central and Met Sec West if they wish.
Event information
Met Sec Central
| Caters for | Secondary students in year 7–12 |
| Event type | 1-day cluster non-residential workshop |
| Entry | Via online registration by the Instrumental Music teacher to participate |
| Activities | Large ensemble rehearsals and a performance
Ensembles on offer will be a Symphonic Wind Ensemble, a Celtic String Ensemble or a Big Band
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| Dates | Tuesday 30 March 2021, 9am–7pm |
| Venue | Old Museum building |
| Further information |
Contact the Head of Curriculum for Enrichment at the Music Resource Centre by email mrc@qed.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3354 0234
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Met Sec West
| Caters for | Secondary students in year 7–12 |
| Event type | 1-day cluster non-residential workshop |
| Entry | Via online registration by the Instrumental Music teacher to participate |
| Activities | Large ensemble rehearsals and a performance
Ensembles on offer will be a Symphony Orchestra
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| Dates | Wednesday 21 April 2021, 9am–7pm |
| Venue | Ipswich State High School Hall
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| Further information | Contact the Head of Curriculum for Enrichment at the Music Resource Centre by email
mrc@qed.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3354 0234 |