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]

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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: Drummers will... [More]

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Impro Basics

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]

Impro Basics

Mon 5 May - Mon 30 Jun 2025
6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

David Pudney

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 (0 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.

When	Time	Where
Mon 5 May 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 12 May 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 19 May 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 26 May 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 2 Jun 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 16 Jun 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 23 Jun 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 30 Jun 2025	6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00)	Room 3047 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Jazz Ensembles - Audition

Australian Chinese Music Youth Ensemble (High School Students) - Audition

AUSTRALIAN CHINESE MUSIC YOUTH ENSEMBLE Led by Sydney Conservatorium conductor Bradley Lucas, this ensemble is for students who wish to play in an ensemble based on traditional Chinese instruments. Rehearsals will explore repertoire specifically composed for the ensemble, building skills of listening and ensemble playing as well as knowledge of different styles. The ensemble will be drawn from the following instruments: Erhu Pipa Ruan Guzheng Dizi Keyboard The program is open to... [More]

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Rising Stars Audition - Woodwind

Instruments welcome to apply are: Flute/Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Cor Anglais, Saxophone. Applications for 2025 have now closed. Please join the waiting list to be notified when auditions are opened. Eligibility: Applications are invited from students who have been playing their instrument for at least two years and are over the age of 10. Audition Requirements: Round One: Video recording, Round Two: Live Audition 1. Applicants are required to present two contrasting... [More]

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Rising Stars Audition - Jazz

How to apply Applications for 2025 have now closed. Please join the waiting list to be notified when auditions are opened. Applications are invited from students who have been playing their instrument for at least 3 years and are over the age of 10. Students wishing to join Rising Stars Jazz will be auditioned. Backline and frontline instrumentalists are welcome to apply. The auditions will be held in two rounds. Round 1 will be a video submission round which will be due by 5pm... [More]

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