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 Association of Music Educators (Vic) Inc 

Formerly known as the Victorian Schools' Music Association (VSMA), this subject association, open to all music educators and those interested in music education, is affiliated with the Council of Professional Teaching Associations and supported by the Victorian Department of Education. aMuse organises professional development programs for primary, secondary and instrumental music teachers, organises student performance activities including master classes and festivals, and can provide independent advice on curriculum matters.

aMuse began originally as the Victorian State Schools Bands Association in the 1940s. Its main function was in providing state schools with curriculum materials and running an annual festival for students each year. Festival items ranged from small ensembles to larger orchestras, bands and choirs. The emphasis has changed over time from catering for the needs of music students to one of catering for the needs of music educators. Although aMuse still provides services to encourage students in exploring music, aMuse's charter now sees a far greater need to meet the needs of music educators who can then better meet the needs of students. aMuse also has members from all educating bodies including state and private primary and post-primary schools and tertiary institutions.

 

 

 aMuse 2008 Committee of Management 

Executive

President - Lynlee Williams, Eltham High School
Vice president - Christopher Draber, Camberwell Grammar School
Secretary - Nisha Heath, World Beat Learning
Treasurer - Darren Wicks, Caulfield Grammar School
Immediate Past President - Jessica O'Bryan

Ordinary Members

Patricia Ford, Australian Catholic University
Joan Jones, Melton Secondary College
Christoph Maubach, Australian Catholic University
Sue Arney, Blackburn High School
Irena Olchowik

Additional co-opted members
Gerry Canale
, Box Forest Secondary College
Susie Davies Splitter, Welcome to Music

Executive Officer

Kevin Kelley
Email: kevin.kelley@amuse.vic.edu.au

Meetings

are held at 6.30pm at the Statewide Resources Centre, 150 Palmerston Street, Carlton unless otherwise stated

NEXT MEETING
Monday 2 Junel 2008
will be held at 150 Palmerston Street CARLTON

FURTHER MEETINGS

TBC

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 Honorary life members 

Beryl Jones
Nora Morrisroe
Nancy Ovenden
Barb Praetz

Roland Yeung

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  aMuse Office 

Statewide Resources Centre
150 Palmerston Street CARLTON Victoria 3053 Australia
Phone (03) 9349 1048 Fax (03) 9349 1052
Email: info@amuse.vic.edu.au
www.amuse.vic.edu.au
Office hours: 9.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday

 

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