Voice - Conservatorium Open Academy

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]

Contemporary Vocal Studio - audition

Mon 18 Jul
5:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Jo Fabro

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

Notifcation 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 $450. If you enrol for an audition by 4 July, you will only pay the Early Bird rate $396 (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 will be:
Monday 1 August from 7.30-9.30pm

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 18 Jul 2022	5:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 4011 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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]

Contemporary Singer

Mon 01 Aug - Mon 19 Sep 2022
5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Jo Fabro

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

When	Time	Where
Mon 01 Aug 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 08 Aug 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 15 Aug 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 22 Aug 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 29 Aug 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 05 Sep 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 12 Sep 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 19 Sep 2022	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Music Cafe - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Vocal Horizons Level 1

For students with some singing experience, this course provides the knowledge and skills required to sing and perform with a well-produced voice. Students will also further their knowledge of music theory. Students will learn to: Understand and apply the fundamentals of vocal technique through: Vocal warm-up exercises Learning about the diaphragm to support singing Learning about the physiology of the voice Postural and vocal care awareness Articulation and vocal placement pointers... [More]

Vocal Horizons Level 1

Mon 01 Aug - Mon 19 Sep 2022
6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Rebecca Scott , Alice Papademetriou

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

When	Time	Where
Mon 01 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 08 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 15 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 22 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 29 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 05 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 12 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 19 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

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Vocal Horizons 3 Ensemble

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]

Vocal Fundamentals

Mon 01 Aug - Mon 19 Sep 2022
6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Nadia Piave , Cathy Kerr

This is a face to face class at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music For adults (minimum age 16) 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.

When	Time	Where
Mon 01 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 08 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 15 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 22 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 29 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 05 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 12 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 19 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	TBA - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

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Vocal Horizons 3 Ensemble

In this course, students will focus on close harmony work in a small vocal ensemble, providing skills including: Pitch accuracy Clear diction Rhythmic co-ordination Following visual cues Improved dynamic range Blending voices Sharpening memory skills Aims include: To learn about vocal agility and flexibility and applying it as an ensemble Learn to integrate more in-depth theory with repertoire learning To learn ways to develop confidence in performance To develop the voice in... [More]

Vocal Horizons 3 Ensemble

Wed 03 Aug - Wed 21 Sep 2022
6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Rebecca Scott

Suitable for ages 16+
Entry Level: Prior enrolment in Vocal Horizons Level 2 OR suitable for students who have completed other vocal training and/or with choral experience. Music reading skills essential. Suitable for advanced choral singers.

When	Time	Where
Wed 03 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 10 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 17 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 24 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 31 Aug 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 07 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 14 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 21 Sep 2022	6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3003 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

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Voice Works: enhancing vocal control, communication and care

One in three of the working population are considered professional voice users who need their voices to work effectively. Healthy, efficient and enduring vocal use is based on practical techniques that are common to both good speaking and singing. This practical skills-based workshop aims to provide teachers, professionals and anyone else who would like to use their voice more effectively with the fundamentals of how the voice works, how to use it better and how to look after it.... [More]

Voice Works: enhancing vocal control, communication and care

Sat 22 Oct
10am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 5.5 hours total

Christina Wilson

If you are a teacher and your school requires an invoice to pay for you to attend, please ask them to email us at con.openacademy@sydney.edu.au or call 9351 1208. For school invoiced enrolments, payment must be received 1 week before the workshop to ensure that the staff member can attend the workshop.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 22 Oct 2022	10am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

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

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

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

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