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REGISTER NOW FOR TERM 3

Spaces available for your clients.
Commencing the week of 10th July.


Are you looking for a new opportunity for your client?

 

With funding from Queensland Health, we are able to offer free arts programs. Programs that are fun, rewarding, challenging and interesting. A great option for someone looking for something new to do, and a wonderful way to meet new people.


The School of Hard Knocks is created on the model of the Choir of Hard Knocks by Founder and Artistic Director, 

Dr Jonathon Welch AM.

 

We offer you and your clients  FOUR DIFFERENT ARTS PROGRAMS
  • Choir, Music Theatre, Creative Writing and Junk Percussion
  • All workshops are free and either include a cuppa and biscuit or a healthy lunch.
  • Our workshops are conducted by professional teachers, who are leaders in their field.
  • All programs held in the SOUTH BRISBANE area - all easily accessible by public transport.

 

PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR CLIENTS AND COLLEAGUES.

 

CONTACT SUSAN ON 0417 075 053 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

STREETBEAT
    fun junk percussion group   
School of Hard Knocks - StreetBeat program
StreetBeat program in rehearsal here, working with the choir for our end of year concert.

Wednesday's at 10am
South Brisbane

Learn from our teacher Darryl Bowers who brings a host of experience and skills. 

Darryl teaches according to the skill level of each individual and tailor makes each class to ensure everyone is learning and achieving. 

No experience necessary - available to everyone!

This class is so much fun and in addition to the percussion skills, our participants learn basic music theory too! 




ABSOLUTELY EVERYBODY
BRISBANE CHOIR

I n concert at our end of year 
'Christmas Celebration Concert'
  
Friday's at 10am 
South Brisbane

Hosted by our much-loved musician, singer and conductor, Melissa Gill - new members will become part of a lovely group who 
enjoy singing and performing together. 

Melissa's rehearsals are fun and interactive, with new skills being taught throughout the year. Opportunities to perform at exciting events in major Brisbane venues are always on the cards. 

Bonus! Enjoy a free and healthy lunch together after rehearsal.



RHYTHM OF LIFE
MUSIC THEATRE






Fri day's at 1pm
 South Brisbane

In our Music Theatre workshops, participants learn stage craft, singing, movement and drama. They are involved in the development and direction of the work each term. 

With the wonderful performer and singer Jacqui Cuny at the helm this group is close to being fully booked for Term 3.

Please complete an application form online to grab one of the last places.

This dynamic group deliver fantastic performances and learn wonderful new skills along the way.


WORD ON THE STREET
CREATIVE WRITING

Reading their work at our end of year concert.

Tuesday's at 2pm 
South Brisbane

We are delighted to be partnering with the State Library of Queensland for our Creative Writing workshops. 

The popular and talented teacher David Stavanger returns in 2017 and p
articipants will be guided and encouraged to put pen to paper in new ways.   Each weekly workshop takes on a life of its own, dependent on the class and its participants - however always under David's guiding hand as he sets term goals and challenges along the way. 

Creative Writing is a smaller group and has a limited number of vacancies for Term 3. Register now to secure a place.
All programs are held in a supportive and friendly environment. Prior registration is required.

TO ATTEND, CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE OUR 

MORE INFO?
 
   
  Visit our website for more information on our programs.



Or call our Queensland Operations Manager - Susan Gilmartin on 0417 075 053.
 
A word from our participants........

The two programs I am in (Choir and Music Theatre) give me a sense of belonging. I love it! (Participant)

I love the enthusiasm, patience and support received from my teacher. (Choir participant)

I love the companianship and it's something that's fun and positive and keeps me busy. I don't have to go to hospital as much. (Choir participant) 

Choir helps to build my confidence and helps me overcome anxiety. (Choir participant)

The School programs give structure to my week and a safe place to go. (Participant across all programs)   
 
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Thank you for your support of the School of Hard Knocks. Please let us know if we can provide you with any further information on the work we are doing.

I encourage you to share this information with your clients and colleagues - use the "Forward to a Friend" button to the left of the page.


Yours sincerely,




Dr Jonathon Welch AM
Founding Music Director -
School of Hard Knocks Institute
Choir of Hard Knocks 
Melbourne International Singers Festival
Brisbane International Singers Festival
Melbourne Eisteddfod