Australian Youth Orchestra
A New Era for the National Music Teacher Mentoring Program
‘Every child should have the opportunity to learn and create music.’
– The late Richard Gill AO, founder of the National Music Teacher Mentoring Program
It’s an exciting time for our friends at the National Music Teacher Mentoring program! Back in July the Australian Government announced continued funding to the AYO, for the National Music Teacher Mentoring Program. This support ensures the program’s national coordination will continue for a further four years. Read more here
The program has also unveiled brand new Facebook and LinkedIn pages! Follow to learn about the impact music education has on wellbeing and performance in schools, the latest milestones of the program and how Music Mentoring can transform primary schools from the inside out.
The National Music Mentoring Program also has its own website where you can find updates on the program, the latest research papers relating to the powerful effect of music education on young people and schools, and a number of music education resources. Explore the Music Mentoring website