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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]
$0 Limited
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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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

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

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

2026-06-08 2026-06-08
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)

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

Music Theatre Audition Technique Workshop

Are you working towards an audition for a music theatre program or production? Be well-informed about the audition process and polish your presentation skills to give yourself an edge in this highly competitive field.  This 2.5-hour workshop includes tips on how to present audition videos, and techniques to use in a live audition.  There will be the opportunity for some students to undertake a mock live audition* which will be critiqued by staff members from the Conservatorium’s... [More]
$85 Limited inc GST
Music Theatre Audition Technique Workshop

<p>Are you working towards an audition for a music theatre program or production? Be well-informed about the audition process and polish your presentation skills to give yourself an edge in this

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If you wish to do a mock audition please bring your sheet music with you on the day for the accompanist. We will get through as many mock auditions as we can, but there is no guarantee.

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

Jazz Audition Technique Workshop

Do you have an upcoming jazz audition you are working towards? Be well-informed about the audition process so you can achieve your best result in this highly competitive field.  This three-hour workshop includes discussion and demonstration of audition techniques including information on the Conservatorium’s audition process, a mock Jazz Aptitude Test, and the opportunity for some students to undertake a mock audition*, which will be critiqued by staff members from the... [More]
$85 Limited inc GST
Jazz Audition Technique Workshop

<p>Do you have an upcoming jazz audition you are working towards? Be well-informed about the audition process so you can achieve your best result in this highly competitive field. </p>

<p>This

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If you wish to do a mock audition, bring your instrument on the day and we will try to accommodate as many students as possible. We will provide: Piano, drum kit, guitar and bass amps. (not guitars or basses). You will need to bring your own leads and drum sticks.

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

SongLab: A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

An immersive and engaging holiday program where 13- to 17-year-olds who love music can learn song structure, lyric writing, chord progressions, melody creation and basic production. Working together in small teams and guided by professional singer-songwriter and music producer Sophie Hanlon, participants will create and record an original song in just 2 days! What's included: Two 6-hour Days: a hands-on, guided songwriting and music production journey led by professional... [More]
$300 Limited inc GST
SongLab: A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

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<p>An immersive and engaging holiday program where 13- to 17-year-olds who love music can learn song structure, lyric writing,

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Click the ENROL NOW button and enter the student's details. You will then be prompted to add a Guardian before proceeding to the payment page. 

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

SongLab Junior : A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

This two-day program introduces students aged 8–12 to the creative and technical process of songwriting and music production. Participants will learn how to develop lyrics, melodies, and harmonies, and use digital tools to produce an original composition. The younger cohort of SongLab Junior follows the same songwriting framework as SongLab, but with a more guided, creativity-focused approach, incorporating games, group activities, and opportunities to design artwork for their... [More]
$300 Limited inc GST
SongLab Junior : A Holiday Songwriting Workshop

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<p>This two-day program introduces students aged <strong>8–12</strong> to the creative and technical process of songwriting and music

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Click the ENROL NOW button and enter the student's details. You will then be prompted to add a Guardian before proceeding to the payment page. 

If you experience any issues with the checkout process, please try using an In Private or Incognito browser.

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

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]
$20 Limited inc GST
Contemporary Vocal Studio - Audition

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<p>A short audition will be conducted for this course.  You will need to enrol for the audition.  </p>

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For adults (minimum age 16)
THIS IS A FACE-TO-FACE AUDITION

Notification of your specific 10 min audition time will be sent the week prior to the audition date.

Once you have passed your audition you will be emailed a link to enrol in the term class. The fee for the 8-week term will be $520. If you enrol for an audition by 29 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate $457.60 (12% discount) for the term, providing you are successful at audition. If you are a current full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount.

CLASS START DATES ARE:
Monday 27 July 7.30-9.30pm

or

Tuesday 28 July 5.30-7.30pm

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

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]
$20 Limited inc GST
Soul Ensemble -Audition

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<p>These classes are designed to introduce the student to a broad range of classic Soul and Rhythm ’n’ Blues music styles. </p>

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For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition with your audition time.

The fee for the 8-week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $536.80 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. If there are no places available for your instrument, we will inform you and refund your audition fee. 

The course is for adults (minimum age 16)

Classes will be on:

Tuesday nights from 28 July with Darren Heinrich

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 Jazz Ensembles... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Jazz Ensembles - Audition

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For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition date to inform you of your audition time.

JAZZ ENSEMBLES COMMENCE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

  • Monday 27 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Andrew Dickeson)
  • Tuesday 28 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Karl Laskowski)
  • Wednesday 29 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Bernice Tesara)
  • Thursday 30 JULY 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 $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 JUNE (end of early bird offer) you will only pay the Early Bird rate for the term $536.80 (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.

Please let us know your instrument when you enrol.

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

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]
$580 $510.40 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 level: by prior enrolment in Piano for Beginners Level 2.

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

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