Ensemble Offspring presents a
YOUTH MUSIC WORKSHOP
The Twyford – Theatre venue
11.00am Sunday 30 November 2025
This is a unique chance to take a free masterclass with some of Australia’s top contemporary classical musicians including Claire Edwardes OAM (percussion), Lamorna Nightingale (flutes) and Jason Noble (clarinets). The musicians will work with local music enthusiasts to expand their concept of what it is to create original music in real time through structured improvisation activities all the while developing excellent listening skills. Come along and get excited about experimenting with and exploring sound in creative new ways with Ensemble Offspring!
- Length: 60 minutes
- Suitable for young musicians 18 and under who have some experience playing an instrument, especially percussion or woodwind – other instruments and vocalists welcome!
- Genre: Contemporary classical, Free/Structured Improvisation
- The Twyford Foyer Cafe will be open before and during the workshop should parents/guardians wish to wait for their student there.
TICKETS
- Free – bookings essential – click the BOOK NOW button below to secure you place as workshop places are limited
- Bring: Your instrument (or voice) and a water bottle
- If you are looking for tickets to Ensemble Offspring’s concert called SONGBIRDS later the same day at 3.00pm, click here instead
ABOUT ENSEMBLE OFFSPRING
Ensemble Offspring is Australia’s leading new music group. Under the leadership of internationally acclaimed percussionist Claire Edwardes OAM, they are Australia’s foremost champions of contemporary classical music. The group has commissioned and premiered over 350 new works and has toured First Nations music and new commissions world wide. Their dedication to excellence and amplifying underrepresented voices has earned them a Myer Award, multiple APRA Art Music Awards and two ARIA nominations. Through their pioneering spirit and relentless commitment to equity, Ensemble Offspring shape a vibrant and diverse artistic future for new Australian classical music.
