Conservatorium Open Academy
Results for

Thanks for adding:

Proceed to Checkout

Continue browsing

X

SongLab Junior : A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

This two-day program introduces students aged 8–12 to the creative and technical process of songwriting and music production. Participants will learn how to develop lyrics, melodies, and harmonies, and use digital tools to produce an original composition. The younger cohort of SongLab Junior follows the same songwriting framework as SongLab, but with a more guided, creativity-focused approach, incorporating games, group activities, and opportunities to design artwork for their... [More]
$300 Limited inc GST
SongLab Junior : A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

<p>{image name:"Songlab Junior -  Web.jpg" align:"center"}</p>

<p>This two-day program introduces students aged <strong>8–12</strong> to the creative and technical process of songwriting and music

...

Click the ENROL NOW button and enter the student's details. You will then be prompted to add a Guardian before proceeding to the payment page. 

If you experience any issues with the checkout process, please try using an In Private or Incognito browser.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition

A short audition will be conducted for this course.  You will need to enrol for the audition.   If you are a returning Contemporary Vocal Studio student wishing to enrol again for next term, please email the team to be considered for re-enrolment. Please prepare A verse and a chorus from 2 contrasting songs (e.g. a ballad and an up-tempo song) to be sung a cappella. A short harmonic exercise will be given on the day to demonstrate the singer's ability to hold a harmonic line... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"fdFp42CVXxc" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>A short audition will be conducted for this course.  You will need to enrol for the audition.  </p>

<p>If you are a

...

For adults (minimum age 16)
THIS IS A FACE-TO-FACE AUDITION

Notification of your specific 10 min audition time will be sent the week prior to the audition date.

Once you have passed your audition you will be emailed a link to enrol in the term class. The fee for the 8-week term will be $520. If you enrol for an audition by 29 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate $457.60 (12% discount) for the term, providing you are successful at audition. If you are a current full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount.

CLASS START DATES ARE:
Monday 27 July 7.30-9.30pm

or

Tuesday 28 July 5.30-7.30pm

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Soul Ensemble -Audition

These classes are designed to introduce the student to a broad range of classic Soul and Rhythm ’n’ Blues music styles.  Key features of this broad genre are revealed through the performance of historically important repertoire from the 1950s/60s/70s through to the present era.  Vocalists gain experience singing both lead and harmony parts Rhythm section players learn to create authentic grooves that will move an audience.  Horn players learn to work as a section, punctuating the... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Soul Ensemble -Audition

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"IUVhPawlXXo" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>These classes are designed to introduce the student to a broad range of classic Soul and Rhythm ’n’ Blues music styles. </p>

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition with your audition time.

The fee for the 8-week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $536.80 for the term (12% discount), providing you are successful at audition. If you are a full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount. Call office for more info.

PLEASE NOTE: We will only audition positions that are vacant. Current students have first option to re-enrol. If there are no places available for your instrument, we will inform you and refund your audition fee. 

The course is for adults (minimum age 16)

Classes will be on:

Tuesday nights from 28 July with Darren Heinrich

PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT INSTRUMENT YOU ARE PLAYING FOR THE AUDITION

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Jazz Ensembles - Audition

These classes are designed for students who wish to develop confident improvisation, aural and sight-reading skills. They provide an ensemble-based environment for the development of personal jazz skills, along with an understanding of the dynamics at work in a small performance group. Typically, there will be drums, electric bass, piano, horns (trumpet, alto, tenor) and guitar as the usual line-up. Other instruments are welcome (vibes, flute etc).  During the term Jazz Ensembles... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Jazz Ensembles - Audition

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"RAEchKaKxsI" "height:"440" width:"660}</p>

<p>These classes are designed for students who wish to develop confident improvisation, aural and sight-reading skills. They

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition date to inform you of your audition time.

JAZZ ENSEMBLES COMMENCE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

  • Monday 27 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Andrew Dickeson)
  • Tuesday 28 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Karl Laskowski)
  • Wednesday 29 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Bernice Tesara)
  • Thursday 30 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Michael Bartolomei)

Any woodwind or brass instrument will be considered for the 'horn' positions.

The fee for the 8-week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 JUNE (end of early bird offer) you will only pay the Early Bird rate for the term $536.80 (12% discount), providing you are successful at audition. If you are a full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount. You can enter your ID number at checkout to receive this discount. 

PLEASE NOTE: 
We will only audition positions that are vacant. Current students have first option to re-enrol. We will inform you if there are no spots available to audition for asap and refund your audition fee.

Please let us know your instrument when you enrol.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Piano for Beginners Level 3

Taught in the keyboard lab on weighted digital keyboards, Piano for Beginners level 3 is designed for the advanced beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic technical work and piano pieces in varying hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training, sight reading skill, pedal use, basic chord symbol reading, and exploration of basic... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 3

<p>Taught in the keyboard lab on weighted digital keyboards, Piano for Beginners level 3 is designed for the advanced beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building.

Entry level: by prior enrolment in Piano for Beginners Level 2.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Contemporary Singer

This is an engaging and interactive class for singers with a passion for contemporary music of all styles. Students will learn basic singing skills and techniques designed to develop their voices and confidence, including exercises to improve their range, dynamic ability and performance skills. Students will have the opportunity to sing individually with Jo in order to focus on the areas that are most important to each student’s individual development. These individual workshops... [More]
$520 $457.60 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Singer

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"ci6rB_k3HYQ" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>This is an engaging and interactive class for singers with a passion for contemporary music of all styles. Students will

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building

$520 $457.60 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Singer

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"ci6rB_k3HYQ" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>This is an engaging and interactive class for singers with a passion for contemporary music of all styles. Students will

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

Aimed at the pianist who is a beginner to Jazz, this course offers students an introduction to jazz harmony, rhythm and improvisation.  Over the course of 8 weeks students will further develop their technical ability, performance skills and music theory knowledge through playing classic jazz tunes. The classes are held in our keyboard lab and the course embraces creativity and experimentation.  As well as working through notated scores, students will be guided to explore their own... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"ZJFuEjte0KE" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>Aimed at the pianist who is a beginner to Jazz, this course offers students an introduction to jazz harmony, rhythm and

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Impro Basics

This course is designed for musicians with no background in improvisation. You will need some basic level of understanding how to read music and chord charts. It provides students with an opportunity to learn elementary theoretical concepts, historical knowledge and basic skills in the art of jazz improvisation. Students will learn to Put into practice theoretical knowledge of harmony and scales Train their ear to recognise chords and scales Perform technical exercises for... [More]
$610.01 $536.80 Limited inc GST
Impro Basics

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"OTUgynJilq4" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>This course is designed for musicians with no background in improvisation. You will need some basic level of understanding

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building

Entry Level: Ability to read simple melody line and chord symbol charts.

Instrumentation

PLACES ARE LIMITED FOR THE FOLLOWING INSTRUMENTS:

  • 2 pianos (2 spaces left for this term)
  • 2 guitars (2 space left for this term)
  • 1 bass (1 space left for this term)

We can accept any number of wind or other instruments.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Vocal Fundamentals

In this unique course, students will have the opportunity to work with two specialist tutors, developing fundamental skills in both vocal technique and music literacy in a fun and supportive environment. This will allow students to sing and perform with greater musical understanding. Whilst the class is held in a group context, each class will consist of tutorials in smaller groups with each tutor, before the entire group comes together at the end of class for ensemble singing.... [More]
$520 $457.60 Limited inc GST
Vocal Fundamentals

<p>{video type:"youtube" id:"E732pOVniA0" "height:"440" width:"660"}</p>

<p>In this unique course, students will have the opportunity to work with two specialist tutors, developing fundamental skills

...

For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Entry Level: This course is suitable for absolute beginners but would also suit singers with some experience who want a vocal technique refresher as well as the opportunity to develop their reading skills.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Sound Recording in the Home Studio

For students with a basic foundation in sound recording, this course explores and expands practical skills and knowledge to further develop production techniques and workflow. Areas that will be covered include: Week 1: Recording studio principles – from bedroom to commercial studio. Week 2: Interconnection – making your studio work in both the analog and digital domains. Week 3: Setting up to record – the Digital Audio Workstation, monitoring and the recording space. Week 4:... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Sound Recording in the Home Studio

<p>{video type:“youtube” id:“651blgR0XMw&feature” "height:“440” width:“660”}<br/>For students with a basic foundation in sound recording, this course explores and expands practical skills and

...
Suitable for ages 16+

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.