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Music Fundamentals Level 2 ONLINE

Unpack the language of music in this series of courses. This course extends the practical and theoretical skills achieved in Level 1 and also begins an extensive study of harmony, with an historic look at this development, analysing triads and their inversions, and culminating in a thorough study of all 7th type chords. Cadences and minor scales are also covered. Level 2 will cover: The ability to construct 3 note chords Triads from any note Understanding common chord progression... [More]
$500.01 Limited inc GST
Music Fundamentals Level 2 ONLINE

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<p>Unpack the language of music in this series of courses.</p>

<p>This course extends the practical and theoretical

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This is an ONLINE CLASS For adults (minimum age 16)
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

A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4  is required for this class. (You may already have purchased this from a previous level). If you need to purchase this, please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment. It will be mailed a week before the term starts, to the postal address you provide when enrolling. The cost of the workbook is $50.

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

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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]
$555.01 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 3

<p>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

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For adults (minimum age 16)
This is a FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium building
Entry: by prior enrolment in Piano for Beginners Level 2

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

Music Composition

The aim of the Music Composition course is to provide participants with the basic knowledge and compositional techniques required to work in the style that they wish to explore. Participants will work on a range of composition activities to generate ideas and subsequently shape them into a musical work. Each week students receive feedback and advice going forward from both the tutor and fellow peers. Different topics will be discussed and explored including: • Finding inspiration... [More]
$555.01 Limited inc GST
Music Composition

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<p>The aim of the Music Composition course is to provide participants with the basic knowledge and compositional techniques

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THIS IS FACE TO FACE CLASS
For adults (minimum age 16)

ENTRY LEVEL: Prior completion of Music Fundamentals Level 3 or equivalent recommended (approx. AMEB Grade 5 Musicianship). Must be able to read music.

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

Songwriting Workshop - level 2

Cassandra Long is a singer, educator, writer, and performer based in Sydney, Australia. Having graduated Summa Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Songwriting and Music Production, she currently lectures at Berklee Online, provides song feedback for the YouTube channel How To Write Songs, and performs in indie/folk duo, Walt Grace. As a mentor, Cassandra is passionate about supporting writers while they hone their craft, using tools and techniques to... [More]
$440 Limited inc GST
Songwriting Workshop - level 2

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<p>Cassandra Long is a singer, educator, writer, and performer based in Sydney, Australia. Having graduated Summa Cum Laude

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For adults (minimum age 16)

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

Music Fundamentals Level 1 ONLINE

Unpack the language of music in this series of courses. This course explains music theory to a very diverse audience, with varying levels of musical background; from those who haven't touched music since childhood to those who have never learnt notation before as well as those who play or sing but haven’t delved into the details of rhythm, pitch, keys, notation, harmony and musical styles.  Level 1  Understanding and recognition of common musical symbols and signs Reading and... [More]
$500.01 Limited inc GST
Music Fundamentals Level 1 ONLINE

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<p>Unpack the language of music in this series of courses.</p>

<p>This course explains music theory to a very

...

This is an ONLINE CLASS
For adults (minimum age 16) Complete beginners welcome!

A workbook covering Music Fundamentals 1-4 is required for this class.

Please scroll to the bottom of this page and add to cart with your course enrolment. It will be mailed a week before the term starts, to the postal address you provide when enrolling. The cost of the workbook is $50.

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

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Piano for Continuers

Piano for Continuers is designed for the advanced beginner who has completed Piano for Beginners Level 4 and would like to continue to learn more challenging repertoire in a group context. The focus of the course will be on further development of piano technique, as well as exploring the inner workings of pieces, and how to emotionally connect for more expressive, nuanced and confident performances. A feature of the course, and a key part of each class, will be the preparation of a... [More]
$555.01 Limited inc GST
Piano for Continuers

<p>Piano for Continuers is designed for the advanced beginner who has completed Piano for Beginners Level 4 and would like to continue to learn more challenging repertoire in a group context.</p>

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This is a face to face class at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
For adults (minimum age 16)

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

Piano for Beginners Level 1

Never played piano before? Keen to learn? Piano for Beginners Level 1 is a group class designed for the absolute beginner. By the end of the course you will be able to find your way around the keyboard, play simple tunes and accompaniments and understand the basics of good piano technique. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of note reading, finger training and exploration of basic piano literature, as well as basic ensemble playing. Level 1 will cover... [More]
$555.01 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 1

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<p>Never played piano before? Keen to learn? Piano for Beginners Level 1 is a group class designed for the absolute beginner.

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This is a FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium building
For adults (minimum age 16)
Tutor to be advised

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

Piano for Beginners Level 2

Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and playing pieces in 5 finger hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training and exploration of basic piano literature in varying hand positions, as well as ensemble playing. The course will be taken at a speed, best... [More]
$555.01 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 2

<p>Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and

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This is an FACE TO FACE class in the Conservatorium buildingFor adults (minimum age 16)
Tutor to be advised

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

Music Fundamentals Level 4 ONLINE

Unpack the language of music in this series of courses. This course continues the development of practical and theoretical skills achieved in Levels 1, 2 and 3. Harmonic analysis of jazz and contemporary music as well as the use of modes and other scales in composition and improvisation . Further exploration of rhythmic feels in compound and odd metres as well as concepts such as syncopation and swing feel .   Historical perspectives in jazz and art music will be included for... [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 and soloing. Examples of repertoire from previous classes include Blue Bossa, Tune Up,... [More]

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