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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]
$610.01 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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2026-05-04 Mon 4 May - 2026-06-29 Mon 29 Jun 2026
6pm - 8pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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.

Instrumentation

PLACES ARE LIMITED FOR THE FOLLOWING INSTRUMENTS:

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

We can accept any number of wind or other instruments.
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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]
$520 Limited inc GST
Vocal Horizons 3 Ensemble

<p>In this course, students will focus on close harmony work in a small vocal ensemble, <strong>providing skills including</strong>:</p>

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2026-05-06 Wed 6 May - 2026-06-24 Wed 24 Jun 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)
8 sessions, 16 hours total
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Rebecca Scott
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 beginner choral singers.
Suitable for ages 16+
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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 Jazz Ensembles... [More]

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Music Theatre Performance Skills (15-22yrs)

This exciting musical theatre course for students 15-22 years will cover musical theatre performance both as an ensemble and as a soloist.  Concentrating on repertoire choice vocal technique text interpretation character study stage physicality Students will learn how to bring characters to life and work as a team in the music theatre ensemble, as well as finding their spotlight as individuals.  Come and explore the genre of musical theatre in a fun and safe environment where... [More]

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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 Rhythm section players learn to create authentic grooves that will move an audience.  Horn players learn to work as a section, punctuating the... [More]

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

AUSTRALIAN CHINESE MUSIC YOUTH ENSEMBLE 2026 Dates: Tuesdays 4.30 - 6.00pm Term Dates 1 10 Feb – 31 Mar 2 4 May – 22 Jun 3 27 Jul – 14 Sep 4 12 Oct – 30 Nov 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... [More]

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Guitar Ensemble (High School Students) - AUDITION

IMPORTANT For high school students, ages 13 – 18. This class is by audition or invitation only and is face to face at the Conservatorium. We encourage students with a minimum of 3 years' playing experience. Guitarists will need to bring their own footstool. COURSE INFORMATION This course is aimed at intermediate and advanced high school students who wish to improve their technique, musicianship and ensemble playing and have an interest in a broad range of repertoire, techniques and... [More]

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