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Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition

A short audition will be conducted for this course.  You will need to enrol for the audition. Please prepare: a verse and a chorus from 2 contrasting songs (eg a ballad and an uptempo song) to be sung a cappella. There will also be some vocal exercises to be given on the day. Should you be successful, you will be emailed after the audition date with a link to enrol in the class itself. The Contemporary Vocal Studio is designed to further develop the skills of vocal students. This... [More]

This course has no current classes. 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, while rhythm section players learn to create authentic grooves that will move an audience. Horn players learn to work as a section, punctuating... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Soul Ensemble -Audition

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

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For adults (minimum age 16)

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

SOUL ENSEMBLES COMMENCE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: 

  • Tuesday nights 6-8pm from 6 May - tutor Nick Hoorweg

             OR              

  • Thursday nights 6-8pm from 8 May - tutor Nick Hoorweg

Once you have passed your audition you will be emailed a link to enrol in the course. The fee for the 8 week term is $585. If you enrol for an audition by 7 April, you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $514.80 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 will be eligible for a 15% discount - for this to apply, you will need to enter your ID number when you enrol in the course.

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.

Please let us know your instrument when enrolling in the audition.

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

Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops - 6-10 year olds

Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops (6-10yrs) run for 5 hours each day, from 9am to 2pm. Activities include pitch and rhythm work using tuned and un-tuned percussion instruments, active listening activities, and the opportunity to make your own instrument. Parents/guardians are welcome to drop off their children in the morning, and return at 1.45pm for a ‘mini performance’ of the children’s activities from the workshop. There will be two short breaks for morning tea and lunch... [More]
$105 Limited inc GST
Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops - 6-10 year olds

<p>Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops (6-10yrs) run for 5 hours each day, from 9am to 2pm. Activities include pitch and rhythm work using tuned and un-tuned percussion instruments, active

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This workshop is for 6-10 year olds. Participants only need to attend one workshop, as material will be repeated the following day.
$105 Limited inc GST
Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops - 6-10 year olds

<p>Kids at the Con School Holiday Workshops (6-10yrs) run for 5 hours each day, from 9am to 2pm. Activities include pitch and rhythm work using tuned and un-tuned percussion instruments, active

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This workshop is for 6-10 year olds. Participants only need to attend one workshop, as material will be repeated the following day.

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

Music Composition

The aim of the Music Composition course is to provide participants with the basic knowledge and compositional techniques required to work in the style that they wish to explore. Participants will work on a range of composition activities to generate ideas and subsequently shape them into a musical work. Each week students receive feedback and advice going forward from both the tutor and fellow peers. Different topics will be discussed and explored including: • Finding inspiration... [More]
$555 $488.40 Limited inc GST
Music Composition

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<p>The aim of the Music Composition course is to provide participants with the basic knowledge and compositional techniques

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THIS IS FACE TO FACE CLASS
For adults (minimum age 16)

ENTRY LEVEL: Prior completion of Music Fundamentals Level 3 or equivalent recommended (approx. AMEB Grade 5 Musicianship). Must be able to read music.

PLEASE NOTE:  There will be a 2 week break in the middle of the term due the tutor's unavailability. This means there will be no classes on 3rd and 10th June, and the course will resume on 17 June.

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

Piano for Beginners Level 2

Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and playing pieces in 5 finger hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training and exploration of basic piano literature in varying hand positions, as well as ensemble playing. The course will be taken at a speed, best... [More]
$555 $488.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 2

<p>Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and

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This is an FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium buildingFor adults (minimum age 16)

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]
$500 $440 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Singer

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

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This is an FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium building For adults (minimum age 16)
$500 $440 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Singer

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

...
This is a FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium building
For adults (minimum age 16)

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]
$555 $488.40 Limited inc GST
Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

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

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This is an 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]
$585 $514.80 Limited inc GST
Impro Basics

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

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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.

PLACES ARE LIMITED TO:

2 pianos (0 spaces left for this term)
2 guitars  (1 space left for this term)
1 bass (1 spaces left for this term) 

We can also accept any number of horns or other instruments.

We will update the availability of places as enrolments are received.

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

Vocal Horizons Level 2

This course is for singers who want to delve deeper into vocal technique, enhance practice strategies and develop a greater knowledge of solo and ensemble/part-singing repertoire with more technically advanced songs. Vocal and performance techniques covered include: • A combination of scales and warm-up exercises • Incorporating essential basic theory in ensemble repertoire • The importance of group harmony and blending • Awareness of increased vocal range and intonation •... [More]
$500 $440 Limited inc GST
Vocal Horizons Level 2

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This course is for singers who want to delve deeper into vocal technique, enhance practice strategies and develop a greater

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THIS IS A FACE TO FACE CLASS
For adults (minimum age 16)
Entry Level: Prior completion of Vocal Horizons Level 1, or equivalent – if you have not done Level 1, please email us with a summary of your experience and the tutor will advise if the course is suitable for you.

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

Music Fundamentals Level 3 ONLINE

Unpack the language of written music. This course continues the development of the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 and 2, analysing contemporary harmony, modal scales and complex rhythmic concepts. An exploration of performance, composition and research techniques is also included, culminating in an overview of twentieth century genres. A brief discussion of the history of jazz, its evolution and influence on Western music is also presented. Level 3 will... [More]
$500 $440 Limited inc GST
Music Fundamentals Level 3 ONLINE

<p>Unpack the language of written music.</p>

<p>This course continues the development of the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1 and 2, analysing contemporary harmony, modal scales

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This is an ONLINE CLASS For adults (minimum age 16)
Participants will need:
a device with a webcam and mic (laptop, tablet or phone all have these as part of their internal systems a desktop or laptop is preferred)
a quiet spot in your home away from distractions
an internet connection
access to your email address you use to register to this class from the device above

A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4  is required for this class. (You may already have purchased this from a previous level). If you need to purchase this, please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment. It will be mailed a week before the term starts, to the postal address you provide when enrolling. The cost of the workbook is $50.

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

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