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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, while rhythm section players learn to create authentic grooves that will move an audience. Horn players learn to work as a section, punctuating... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Soul Ensemble -Audition

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THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION

** For adults (minimum age 16)

The fee for the 8 week term is $540. If you enrol for an audition by 18 September (end of early bird offer), you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $475.20 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. We will inform you if there are no spots available to audition for asap and refund your audition fee currently . For adults (minimum age 16)

SOUL ENSEMBLE start dates are: Tuesday 17 October and Thursday 19 October 6-8pm.

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.

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]
$20 Limited inc GST
Jazz Ensembles - Audition

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For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION

JAZZ ENSEMBLES COMMENCE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

  • Monday 16 October - 6-8pm (tutor - Andrew Dickeson)
  • Tuesday 17 October 6-8pm (tutor - Brendan Clarke)
  • Wednesday 18 October- 6-8pm (tutor - Mariela Mulder)
  • Thursday 19 October- 6-8pm (tutor - Michael Bartolomei)

Any woodwind or brass instrument will be considered for the 'horn' positions.

The fee for the 8 week term is $540. If you enrol for an audition by 18 September (end of early bird offer) you will only pay the Early Bird rate for the term $475.20 (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. You can enter your ID number at checkout to receive this discount. PLEASE NOTE: We will only audition positions that are vacant. Current students have first option to re-enrol. We will inform you if there are no spots available to audition for asap and refund your audition fee.

END OF TERM COMBINED JAZZ ENSEMBLE CONCERT: There will be an end of term combined concert for the 4 ensembles Thursday 7 Dec

Please let us know your instrument when you enrol.

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

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]
$540 Limited inc GST
Impro Basics

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For adults (minimum age 16)
This is an 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 (NO space left for this term)
2 guitars  (NO space left for this term)
1 bass (NO space left for this term)

Plus we can 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.

Chinese Music Ensemble - Audition

CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE This ensemble is for students who wish to play in an ensemble based on traditional Chinese instruments.  The ensemble will explore both traditional and modern repertoire, building skills of listening and ensemble playing as well as knowledge of different repertoire styles. The Ensemble will consist of both traditional and western instruments reflecting current practise in Chinese music ensembles. The ensemble will be drawn from the following instruments: Erhu... [More]
$15 Limited inc GST
Chinese Music Ensemble - Audition

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This ensemble is for students who wish to play in an ensemble based on traditional Chinese instruments.  The ensemble will explore both traditional and modern repertoire, building skills of listening and ensemble playing as well as knowledge of different repertoire styles.

The Ensemble will consist of both traditional and western instruments reflecting current practise in Chinese music ensembles. The ensemble will be drawn from the following instruments:

Erhu

Violin

Cello

Pipa

Ruan

Guzheng

Yangqin

Dizi

Keyboard

The program is open to school students between 12yrs and 18 yrs who have been playing their instrument for 2-3 years.  The ensemble rehearses at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music on Thursday afternoons between 4:30pm and 6pm and the year’s program consists of four 8-week terms commencing in February.  Students are required to provide their own instruments. 

Entrance to the program is by audition and students who successfully pass the audition will be asked to join the program for a full year.  

 At the end of each second term an informal concert will be held for family and friends.  Further performance collaborations with the Sydney Conservatorium Chinese Music Ensemble may also be possible.

 The cost of the program will be $1,400 for the full year.  Payment plans can be arranged on request.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Auditions to join the program will be conducted live.  Students will be asked to prepare one short piece demonstrating their ability on the instrument.  The pieces must be played unaccompanied.  Students will also be sent a set piece to prepare and will be asked to sight-read a short excerpt during the audition.

The fee to participate in the audition is $15.00

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

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]

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

Chinese Music Ensemble

CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE This ensemble is for students who wish to play in an ensemble based on traditional Chinese instruments.  The ensemble will explore both traditional and modern repertoire, building skills of listening and ensemble playing as well as knowledge of different repertoire styles. The Ensemble will consist of both traditional and western instruments reflecting current practise in Chinese music ensembles. The ensemble will be drawn from the following instruments: Erhu... [More]

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