We have temporarily suspended our Band Program in 2024.
Is the YoWo Band Program for me?
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY IF YOU ARE:
A girl or gender diverse teen in high school
Currently receiving instrumental lessons (or have previous musical experience)
Want to play in a band
AT YOWO YOU WILL:
Be mentored by professional female musician every week
Learn a range of contemporary styles, including pop, rock, soul, and funk.
Improve your instrumental skills
Have the opportunity to write your own songs and play them with a band
Play a gig at a Melbourne live music venue
Record a song with your band in a recording studio
Meet other young musicians around your age from different schools
ABOUT THE AUDITION/INTERVIEW:
Applicants must prepare and perform:
2 pieces of their own choice, preferably by memory. These can be of any style; just play something you like!
We will run through some basic musical skills including:
repeating clapped or sung phrases
reading chords (for chordal instruments) and melodies
knowledge of basic chords/scales
There will also be a short interview in which we ask you about your musical history, and why you want to join YoWo!
*We offer financial assistance for financially disadvantaged students, pending a successful audition. For more information on financial assistance, click here.
Note: There is a $25 audition fee, payable by transfer with application, or in cash on interview day.
Auditions will take place at Collarts in Fitzroy.
Please email us at admin@yowomusic.com for more information.
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