Program Overview

Program Overview

The Conservatorium Open Academy offers various programs, including Kids at the Con, Rising Stars, and Play at the Con. These programs cater to different age groups and provide a range of musical experiences.

Programs

• Kids at the Con: This program offers available classes, holiday workshops, and FAQs for young students.
  • Available Classes: Provides a list of classes available for kids.
  • Holiday Workshops: Offers workshops during holidays for kids to engage in musical activities.
  • FAQs: Answers frequently asked questions about the Kids at the Con program.
• Rising Stars: This program includes Rising Stars Jazz, information on how to apply, teachers, testimonials, semester dates and concerts, fees, scholarships, and bursaries, as well as electives.
  • Rising Stars Jazz: A specific program under Rising Stars focusing on jazz music.
  • How to Apply: Provides information on the application process for the Rising Stars program.
  • Teachers: Lists the teachers involved in the Rising Stars program.
  • Testimonials: Shares testimonials from students or parents about their experience with the Rising Stars program.
  • Semester Dates & Concerts: Outlines the semester dates and scheduled concerts for the Rising Stars program.
  • Fees, Scholarships & Bursaries: Details the fees associated with the program and available scholarships and bursaries.
  • Electives: Offers additional elective courses for students in the Rising Stars program.
• Play at the Con: This program includes information about teachers and expressions of interest.
  • Teachers: Lists the teachers involved in the Play at the Con program.
  • Expressions of Interest: Allows potential students to express their interest in the Play at the Con program.

Short Courses

The Conservatorium Open Academy also offers short courses in various areas, including:

• Music Foundations
• Composition
• Singing
• Instrumental
• Ensemble
• Music Technology
• Jazz
• Online and Face-to-Face courses
• High School & Pre-tertiary courses

Workshops and Festivals

• Songwriting Holiday Workshop
• Opera and Music Theatre Lab Intensive Audition
• 3 Singers 3 Workshops
• Music Theatre Audition Workshop
• Jazz Audition Workshop
• School Workshops
• Young Women's Jazz Workshops
• Beginner Shakuhachi Workshop
• Voice Works

Sydney Con Jazz Festival

Details about the Sydney Con Jazz Festival are available.

Barayagal

Information about Barayagal is provided.

Professional Development

Opportunities for professional development are offered.

Vocal Horizons Level 1

Course Description

Vocal Horizons Level 1 is a course designed for students with some singing experience, aiming to provide the knowledge and skills required to sing and perform with a well-produced voice. Students will also further their knowledge of music theory.

Course Details

• Duration: 8 sessions, 16 hours total
• Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00)
• Location: Room 3003, Sydney Conservatorium of Music
• Tutor: Rebecca Scott
• Fees: $520.00, with an early bird discount of $457.60 (inc GST)

What Students Will Learn

Students will learn to:

• Understand and apply the fundamentals of vocal technique through vocal warm-up exercises, learning about the diaphragm, physiology of the voice, postural and vocal care awareness, and articulation and vocal placement pointers.
• Understand and apply the fundamentals of performance technique through self-confidence skills, unblocking old habits, and management of performance anxiety and stress.
• Perform a range of varied part singing as a group, sustain their own harmony line within the group, and have the option to perform an solo song in master class style during the course.

Testimonials

Several testimonials from past students praise the course and the tutor, Rebecca Scott, highlighting her exceptional teaching skills, ability to engage the group, and the enjoyable learning experience she provides.

Additional Information

• The course is face-to-face.
• It is suitable for adults (minimum age 16).
• Classes will be led in an ensemble context, with provision for individual contact time with the tutor during master classes.
• Repertoire will include ensemble pieces provided by the tutor, appropriate to the ability and voice type of the students.