Kids at the Con - Green Class
<p><strong>For 6-7 year olds</strong> </p><p>In the Green class, children continue to experience the elements of music through singing, moving and playing. Conventional music notation is introduced
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If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
Kids at the Con - Blue Class
<p><strong>For 7-10 year olds</strong> </p><p>The participants in this level bring a diversity of musical experiences to class as some have started learning a specific instrument, but others have not.
...If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
Rising Stars Audition - Jazz
<p><strong>How to apply</strong><br/>All students must enrol in an audition to be considered to join the Rising Stars Program. </p><p>Applications are invited from students who have been playing their
...This class is for Students auditioning to join the Rising Stars Jazz Program in 2026.
There are 2 rounds. A video round (due 5pm Monday 17th November), and a live round (held Monday 1st December from 330pm).
Please note, there is no in person activity on Monday 17th November. 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 1 2026.
If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
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. </p>
...THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition with your audition time.
** For adults (minimum age 16)
The fee for the 8 week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 12 January, 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 10 February with Darren Heinrich
or
Thursday nights from 12 February with Nick Hoorweg
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.
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
...<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
...If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition
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<p>A short audition will be conducted for this course. You will need to enrol for the audition.</p>
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...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 12 January 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 9 February 7.30-9.30pm
or
Tuesday 10 February 5.30-7.30pm
If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
Australian Chinese Music Youth Ensemble (High School Students) - Audition
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...Audition applications are now open for the 2026 yearly intake
Classes will begin on the Tuesday two weeks following the audition date.
If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
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
...For adults (minimum age 16)
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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
...If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
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
...If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
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
...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 (2 spaces left for this term)
2 guitars (2 space left for this term)
1 bass (1 space 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.