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Nexus NDV Choir

Nexus NDV is a high-level harmony group for neurodivergent young adults aged 18-35'ish. Run by Musical Director Naomi Crellin (The Idea of North) and Communications Director John Knowles (professional improvisation comedian, storyteller and communication coach), Nexus was created with a simple goal: to create a space for skilled and passionate harmony singers to meet and make music without the stringent expectations and conventions generally placed upon musical outfits at this... [More]
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Nexus NDV Choir

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<p>Nexus NDV is a high-level harmony group for neurodivergent young adults aged 18-35'ish.</p>

<p>Run by Musical Director Naomi Crellin (The Idea

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2026-05-28 Thu 28 May - 2026-12-17 Thu 17 Dec 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
26 sessions, 52 hours total
Old School Building (G15), USYD Darlington Campus
Naomi Crellin

Term dates as follows:

Terms Start date End date
2 Thursday 28 May Thursday 2 July
3 Thursday 23 July Thursday 1 October
4 Thursday 22 October Thursday 17 December
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Creating Great Lyrics ONLINE

Creating great lyrics is not just a matter of coming up with good ideas—it’s knowing how to build on those ideas, and turn them into finished songs—songs that communicate your unique perspective, and also communicate to a wider audience.   As the masters say, inspiration only matters if you know what to do with it. This course is all about equipping you with the practical tools and concepts for taking your inspiration, and confidently turning it into your best song lyrics. ... [More]
$225 Limited inc GST
Creating Great Lyrics ONLINE

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Self paced

2026-08-16 2026-08-16
Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music

This is the self-paced version of the course.

PLEASE NOTE: TUTOR SUPPORT IS NOT OFFERED IN THE SELF-PACED COURSE.

An email granting you access to the content modules will be sent to your nominated email the next business day (excluding Fridays) after your payment has been received. Access to the modules will be for 12 months from the receipt of that email.

For adults (minimum age 16)
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Piano for Beginners Level 3

Taught in the keyboard lab on weighted digital keyboards, Piano for Beginners level 3 is designed for the advanced beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic technical work and piano pieces in varying hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training, sight reading skill, pedal use, basic chord symbol reading, and exploration of basic... [More]

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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]

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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.   If you are a returning Contemporary Vocal Studio student wishing to enrol again for next term, please email the team to be considered for re-enrolment. Please prepare A verse and a chorus from 2 contrasting songs (e.g. a ballad and an up-tempo song) to be sung a cappella. A short harmonic exercise will be given on the day to demonstrate the singer's ability to hold a harmonic line... [More]

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Live Sound

This course will provide an introduction to live sound production, including: Principles and building blocks of a sound system Microphones and mixers Loudspeakers Front of House and monitors External signal processing - EQ, compression and Effects Sound system operation WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT THIS COURSE The tutor's real-world experience was invaluable. I was able to get answers to questions about problems I had encountered in live sound scenarios. Great value for money. [More]

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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]

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Vocal Workout

Welcome to Vocal Workout, a place to exercise your voice! What is Vocal Workout? Vocal Workout is a voice technique course devised by Nadia Piave and open to all singers and voice users. In this course we go into the detail of healthy phonation, spending time on vocal drills and exercises, an area of voice maintenance often overlooked. The course is suitable both for singers with limited experience and for professional singers who may not have explored the benefits of vocal drills.... [More]

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Jazz Guitar

This course is aimed at intermediate level guitarists who want to expand on their jazz knowledge while meeting other players of a similar level.  It’s a playing-based course and the small class size (maximum of seven) allows for a good deal of in class jamming.  Topics usually covered include technical aspects of scales and jazz chords harmony analysis accompaniment styles rhythmic aspects soloing Examples of repertoire from previous classes include Blue Bossa Tune Up Sonnymoon for... [More]

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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... [More]

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