13 - 18 (High School) - Conservatorium Open Academy

Music Theatre Audition Technique Workshop

Are you working towards an audition for a music theatre program or production? Be well-informed about the audition process and polish your presentation skills to give yourself an edge in this highly competitive field. This 2.5-hour workshop includes tips on how to present audition videos, and techniques to use in a live audition. There will be the opportunity for some students to undertake a mock live audition* which will be critiqued by staff members from the Conservatorium’s... [More]

Music Theatre Audition Technique Workshop

Sat 13 Jun
10am - 12:30pm (UTC+10:00)
1 session, 2.5 hours total

Narelle Yeo

If you wish to do a mock audition please bring your sheet music with you on the day for the accompanist. We will get through as many mock auditions as we can, but there is no guarantee.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 13 Jun 2026	10am - 12:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Workshop - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Music Theatre Performance Skills (15-22yrs)

Rising Stars Audition - Jazz

How to apply All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. Applications are invited from students who have been playing their instrument for at least 3 years and are over the age of 10. Backline and frontline instrumentalists are welcome to apply. The auditions will be held in two rounds. Round 1 will be a video submission round. Round 2 will be a Live Audition. Students will be required to play an own choice piece in a jazz style that... [More]

Rising Stars Audition - Jazz

Mon 15 Jun - Mon 29 Jun 2026
5pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
2 sessions, 6 hours total

Venue TBA

This class is for Students auditioning to join the Rising Stars Jazz Program in Semester 2 2026.

There are 2 rounds. A video round (due 5pm Monday 15th June), and a live round (held Monday 29th June from 330pm).

Please note, there is no in person activity on Monday 15th June. This is just the due date and time for your audition enrolment and video application to be received.

Videos should be uploaded to YouTube following the instructions provided below, and emailed to con.openacademy@sydney.edu.au.

Successful students will join the program from Semester 2 2026.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 15 Jun 2026	5pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)
Mon 29 Jun 2026	3pm - 6pm (UTC+10:00)

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

Jazz Audition Technique Workshop

Do you have an upcoming jazz audition you are working towards? Be well-informed about the audition process so you can achieve your best result in this highly competitive field. This three-hour workshop includes discussion and demonstration of audition techniques including information on the Conservatorium’s audition process, a mock Jazz Aptitude Test, and the opportunity for some students to undertake a mock audition*, which will be critiqued by staff members from the... [More]

Jazz Audition Technique Workshop

Sat 20 Jun
2pm - 4pm (UTC+10:00)
1 session, 2 hours total

Steve Barry , Hannah James

If you wish to do a mock audition, bring your instrument on the day and we will try to accommodate as many students as possible. We will provide: Piano, drum kit, guitar and bass amps. (not guitars or basses). You will need to bring your own leads and drum sticks.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 20 Jun 2026	2pm - 4pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Workshop - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

SongLab: A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

An immersive and engaging holiday program where 13- to 17-year-olds who love music can learn song structure, lyric writing, chord progressions, melody creation and basic production. Working together in small teams and guided by professional singer-songwriter and music producer Sophie Hanlon, participants will create and record an original song in just 2 days! What's included: Two 6-hour Days: a hands-on, guided songwriting and music production journey led by professional... [More]

SongLab: A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

Mon 6 Jul - Tue 7 Jul 2026
9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
2 sessions, 12 hours total

Sophie Hanlon

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When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 6 Jul 2026	9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Tue 7 Jul 2026	9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

SongLab Junior : A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

Beginner Shakuhachi Workshop

If you've always wanted to try the shakuhachi, now's your chance! Shakuhachi Master Bronwyn Kirkpatrick will present this workshop and demonstration introducing shakuhachi, the traditional Japanese bamboo flute. The demonstration/workshop is open to anyone 16 years of age and over and no prior musical experience is necessary. It will interest students who feel drawn to Asian music and philosophies and people who want to find out more about the shakuhachi and its tradition. It may... [More]

Beginner Shakuhachi Workshop

Sat 7 Nov
12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Bronwyn Kirkpatrick

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 7 Nov 2026	12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)	Music Workshop - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Rising Stars Audition - Strings

Instruments welcome to apply: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Harp, Classical Guitar. All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. Auditions are held at the end of each year, with applications opening in September for auditions held in late October. There are no mid-year auditions for entry into the Rising Stars program. Eligibility: Students who have been playing their instrument for at least two years and are over the age of 6 are... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Rising Stars Audition - Piano

All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. Auditions are held at the end of each year, with applications opening in September for auditions held in late October. There are no mid-year auditions for entry into the Rising Stars program. Eligibility: Students who have been playing their instrument for at least two years and are over the age of 6 are welcome to apply. Round One: Video recording Applicants are required to present two... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Rising Stars Audition - Woodwind

Instruments welcome to apply are: Flute/Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Cor Anglais, Saxophone. All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. Auditions are held at the end of each year, with applications opening in September for auditions held in late October. There are no mid-year auditions for entry into the Rising Stars program. Eligibility: Students who have been playing their instrument for at least two years and are over the age... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Rising Stars Audition - Brass

Instruments welcome to apply are: Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Euphonium. All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. Auditions are held at the end of each year, with applications opening in September for auditions held in late October. There are no mid-year auditions for entry into the Rising Stars program. Eligibility: Students who have been playing their instrument for at least two years and are over the age of 10 are... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Guitar Ensemble (High School Students) - AUDITION

IMPORTANT For high school students, ages 13 – 18. This class is by audition or invitation only and is face to face at the Conservatorium. We encourage students with a minimum of 3 years' playing experience. Guitarists will need to bring their own footstool. COURSE INFORMATION This course is aimed at intermediate and advanced high school students who wish to improve their technique, musicianship and ensemble playing and have an interest in a broad range of repertoire, techniques and... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.