Jazz - Conservatorium Open Academy

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]

Soul Ensemble -Audition

Tue 3 Oct
6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Darren Heinrich

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

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 3 Oct 2023	6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1084 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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]

Jazz Ensembles - Audition

Wed 4 Oct
5:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Andrew Dickeson

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.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 4 Oct 2023	5:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1084 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Impro Basics

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

Aimed at the pianist who is a beginner to Jazz, this course offers students an introduction to jazz harmony, rhythm and improvisation. Over the course of 8 weeks students will further develop their technical ability, performance skills and music theory knowledge through playing classic jazz tunes. The classes are held in our keyboard lab and the course embraces creativity and experimentation. As well as working through notated scores; students will be guided to explore their own... [More]

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

Mon 16 Oct - Mon 4 Dec 2023
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Renata Arrivolo

This is an FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium building

When	Time	Where
Mon 16 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 23 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 30 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 6 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 13 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 20 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 27 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 4 Dec 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1034 - Keyboard Lab - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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]

Impro Basics

Mon 16 Oct - Mon 4 Dec 2023
6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

David Pudney

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.

When	Time	Where
Mon 16 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 23 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 30 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 6 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 13 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 20 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 27 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Mon 4 Dec 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 3026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Jazz Ensembles - Audition

Jazz Harmony 1 ONLINE

Jazz Harmony focuses on the study of chords and their relationship with each other. This class will review some fundamental harmonic concepts before exploring major and minor scale harmony in depth. The course will also discuss diatonic reharmonization, dominant chord types, modal interchange and the Blues form, through the study of a selected number of Jazz standards presented in class. This course may be particularly useful for students wanting to apply for the tertiary jazz... [More]

Jazz Harmony 1 ONLINE

Wed 18 Oct - Wed 6 Dec 2023
5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music

Roy Issac

This is an ONLINE class taught in real time For adults (minimum age 16) Entry level: Must be able to read music, have an understanding of how to construct chords, and an understanding of the major and minor scales and keys. Suggested minimum: Music Fundamentals 3 or equivalent. Participants will need: a device with a webcam and mic (laptop, tablet or phone all have these as part of their internal systems a desktop or laptop is preferred) a quiet spot in your home away from distractions an internet connection access to your email address you use to register to this class from the device above

When	Time	Where
Wed 18 Oct 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 25 Oct 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 1 Nov 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 8 Nov 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 15 Nov 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 22 Nov 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 29 Nov 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Wed 6 Dec 2023	5:30pm - 7:30pm (UTC+11:00)	ONLINE - Virtual Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Jazz Harmony 2 ONLINE

Blues Guitar Level 1

Blues Guitar will look into the Blues Form and discuss the cadence, primary chords, associated scales, tensions and stress points of the harmony and melody. This course will look at variations to the basic progression and discuss the various sub genres such as Delta, Chicago, Texas Blues and more. The course will also present and analyse transcribed solos and look into the sounds and effects created by a few notable Blues guitarist players. In addition, a presentation of more... [More]

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When	Time	Where
Thu 19 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 26 Oct 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 2 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 9 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 16 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 23 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 30 Nov 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Thu 7 Dec 2023	6pm - 8pm (UTC+11:00)	4026 - Sydney Conservatorium of Music

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

Blues Guitar Level 2

Blues Guitar Level 2

Blues Guitar 2 is an extension of Blues Guitar 1. It will focus on open tunings, blues slide guitar playing, chord voicing, right hand strumming technique and the playing styles of a few notable blues guitar players. Topics will be presented through class discussion, listening exercises and transcribed solos. [More]

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

Blues Guitar Level 1

Jazz Harmony 2 ONLINE

Jazz Harmony 2 builds on concepts presented in Jazz Harmony 1. This course will discuss the Blues form, minor key harmony (in depth), guide tone lines, voice leading and diminished chord patterns and scales. An in-depth presentation of melodic analysis techniques will also be covered. In addition, two workshop weeks will be scheduled for composition assignments to be performed and analysed. Entry: by prior enrolment in Jazz Harmony 1. WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT THIS COURSE A... [More]

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

Jazz Harmony 1 ONLINE

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 2

Students will be extending the knowledge and skills that they gained in the level 1 course. By studying classic jazz tunes from the Great American Songbook and by many of the jazz masters, students will develop a deeper understanding of jazz harmony as well as melodies and rhythms unique to the jazz idiom. The skills of voicing chords and voice leading will be developed further as well as learning jazz language to help with improvisation and jazz feel. Different styles, including... [More]

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

Sydney Con Jazz Festival

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL Held over one day the Sydney Con Jazz Festival is a boutique jazz festival presented in conjunction with the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, the Open Academy at the Con and Sydney Improvised Music Association. Sydney Con Jazz Festival 2022 line-up of artists drawn from the cream of Australian jazz plus some of the best international musicians currently staying in Australia. The festival is designed to be affordable, accessible and show case the best of Jazz from... [More]