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Choose your festival experience
Marimbafest Australia has 4 ticket options:
PUBLIC
SINGLE ENTRY PASS
COMPETITION ONLY PASS
FESTIVAL PASS (Recommended)
Use our questions below to figure out which one suits you best!
Do you only want to watch the concerts?
NO TICKET NEEDED if you just want to watch any of the three FREE Marimbafest public concerts: the Artist Concert (Friday), the Grand Concert (Saturday) and the Gala Concert (Sunday). You don't need to register - just come!
Do you only want to watch certain classes?
If you're only interested in seeing one or two classes, or are on a budget, then our SINGLE ENTRY PASS is for you! All Marimbafest workshops can be observed passively by any non-participants for just $30 per person per workshop. You don't need to register for this option. Simply buy the SINGLE ENTRY PASS at the door of the workshop you wish to go to!
Are you only interested in the Marimba Competition?
If you just want to participate in our Open Marimba Competition and not attend any classes, our affordable COMPETITION ONLY PASS is for you! This lets you participate fully in the Competition, where you will perform solo and potentially win some prizes. You will also receive feedback on your performance from our judging panel to help you with your development as a player. Register below to sign up for the COMPETITION ONLY PASS!
Do you want the full Marimbafest festival experience? (Recommended option)
If you want to get the most out of Marimbafest, we highly recommend our most comprehensive ticket option, the FESTIVAL PASS! The FESTIVAL PASS allows you to enjoy all of Marimbafest as a festival participant.
Learn new things about marimba performance and composition by actively participating in all intensive masterclasses and workshops. Showcase your skills and potentially win prizes by participating in the Open Marimba Competition. Rehearse intensively with faculty and perform in public concerts alongside your fellow participants in the Marimbafest Festival Ensemble. Find out more about your playing with a private lesson with the faculty of your choice. You can do all this and more with the FESTIVAL PASS.
ABOUT
WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?
Marimbafest 2019 happens from Wednesday 3rd July 2019 to Sunday 7th July 2019.
All participants must be able to arrive before the evening of Wednesday 3rd July 2019 at the latest.
All participants will participate in events between 9am to 9pm each day, including participating in the Competition, attending workshops and classes, rehearsals and performing in concerts.
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
Please check the Official Schedule for a list of the week's events.
You can also check out the list of 2019 Participants for this year's event!
The 4 days of Marimbafest 2019 will include:
The Marimbafest Opening Reception
to relax and meet everyone
FOR FESTIVAL PASS AND COMPETITION ONLY PASS HOLDERS
The first evening before the start of Marimbafest 2019 will have a Reception. This is an opportunity to meet everyone in a casual environment, including your fellow Participants, the Faculty and the Staff team.
The Marimbafest Competition
to showcase your solo performance
FOR FESTIVAL PASS AND COMPETITION ONLY PASS HOLDERS
Marimbafest 2019 will then formally kick off with the Marimbafest Competition! You will get to play a marimba solo in front of a live audience, and your performance will be judged by our Faculty panel Dr Lynn Vartan (USA), Dr Wei-Chen Lin (Taiwan/USA), Kana Omori (Japan), and Robert Oetomo (Australia). You will receive feedback on your performance, and the top 4 performances will win prizes!
20 Hours of Masterclasses and Workshops
to boost your knowledge and skills
FOR FESTIVAL PASS HOLDERS ONLY (SINGLE ENTRY PASS FOR OBSERVERS)
Over the course of the four days, you will receive over 20 hours of intensive masterclasses and workshops with our Faculty Dr Lynn Vartan, Dr Wei-Chen Lin, Kana Omori, and Robert Oetomo. These workshops will cover many topics, including technique, performance, composition, ensemble skills
and more!
4 Hours of Rehearsals with the Festival Ensemble
to train your ensemble skills
FOR FESTIVAL PASS HOLDERS ONLY (SINGLE ENTRY PASS FOR OBSERVERS)
As part of our Festival Ensemble, you will be assigned to a small chamber group. Your group will be mentored by either Dr Lynn Vartan, Dr Wei-Chen Lin, Kana Omori and Robert Oetomo. Your group will then rehearse intensively with your mentor to produce a public performance of a set piece!
2 x Private Lesson with a Faculty member
to learn even more
FOR FESTIVAL PASS HOLDERS ONLY
To further boost your knowledge and skills, each Participant is entitled to two private lessons with a Faculty member of their choice (subject to availabiity). This is a good opportunity to learn directly from our Faculty.
3 x Public Concert Performances
to inspire and share music
FOR EVERYONE - CONCERTS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
Marimbafest 2019 will be highlighted with three major concert performances from the Faculty, the Competition Finalists and the Festival Ensemble. All concerts are free for everyone to attend and require no bookings.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
All Marimbafest events will be held at the University of Western Australia Conservatorium of Music, in Perth, Western Australia.
The UWA Conservatorium is the top ranking music school in Western Australia and Top 50 in the World's Best Performing Arts Schools.
Getting There For Overseas Visitors
There are many options for flying to Perth International Airport, including direct or one-stop flights from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, United Kingdom and United States. We recommend using a search engine like Google Flights to find the best deal for you.
IMPORTANT:
You may need to apply for a Visitor visa online before flying to Australia. Please visit the Department of Home Affairs website for more information in advance.
Getting There For Interstate Visitors
Qantas, Jetstar, Tigerair and Virgin Australia operate daily non-stop flights between Perth and all Australian capital cities.
Getting There For Local Residents
The University is located just 10 mins away from Perth CBD in the suburb of Crawley, with multiple transportation options listed below. Please plan your transportation in advance as you may need to be at the Conservatorium between 9am to 9pm. We will not compensate for lateness due to transportation issues.
Transportation Options
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Bus/Train: There are many buses that will take you directly to UWA. Visit the Transperth website for more details about services.
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Car: As the Conservatorium is on the north-east corner of the University campus, it is surrounded by ample parking. This parking is free all day during weekends and free after 5pm on weekdays.
WHERE IS IT
DISCOUNTED ACCOMMODATION
EXCLUSIVELY FOR MARIMBAFEST PARTICIPANTS
LIMITED PLACES - BOOK NOW!
15% OFF
THE RATE OF ANY ST CATHERINE'S ON PARK ROOM
FOR STAYS BETWEEN 1ST TO 10TH JULY 2019
ACCOMMODATION
WHAT DO I NEED?
We welcome players of all skill levels and experience backgrounds to participate in Marimbafest. However, it is expected that you have at least fundamental knowledge of how to play marimba.
Personal Requirements
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At least 12 years of age from 1st January 2019
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At least one year experience playing marimba and percussion at secondary/middle school level or higher
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Chamber ensemble experience desirable
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Basic understanding of English language (Chinese translation available)
If you do not meet any of the above requirements but you would still like to participate, please email us first at marimbafestaustralia@gmail.com with your information.
What else do I need?
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Please bring at least ONE solo work from the Competition Repertoire List prepared for the Competition, as well as any other solos you wish to perform
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Please bring a copy of your part for your Festival Ensemble group's work (this will be sent to you later)
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Please bring any other music you wish to work through with Faculty in lessons
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Instruments will be provided to you, but please bring your own mallets and sticks
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Some meals will be provided (all lunches and snacks + some dinners)
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Transport is not included - please organise your own transport or choose an accommodation option close to the University
If you think you have everything ready, go ahead and REGISTER NOW using the button below!
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