OVERVIEW
Begin your career as a professional performer (in an orchestra, opera, jazz ensemble, or musical theatre), with individual and ensemble tuition from our industry experts.
Who is it for?
This course is for musicians interested in pursuing a career as a professional performer in orchestra, opera, jazz ensemble or musical theatre.
- Concert soloist
- Orchestral musician
- Jazz musician
- Musical Theatre performer
- Professional singer
- Chinese instrumental performer
- Historically informed vocalist or instrumental soloist
- Session musician
- Organist
- Private studio teacher
- Director or producer
What you’ll study
The Bachelor of Music (Performance) is an undergraduate specialist degree that will equip you with the skills to become a professional musical performer.
You will complete core studies in music theory and aural skills, music analysis, history & culture studies, along with principal study units in your chosen instrument or performance area. You will also complete ensemble and performance practice culminating in a recital and a specialist project.
Additionally, you will complete elective units from the Open Learning Environment or the shared pool as needed to make up the requirements of the course.
Why study with us?
Location and facilities
Sydney Conservatorium of Music has the best facilities to study music in the Asia-Pacific region. Close to the Sydney Opera House and surrounded by the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Conservatorium is located at the heart of Sydney’s cultural precinct.
Choice and flexibility
You will enjoy a range of choices in your degree progression and flexible study options, with the choice to complement your degree with a specialisation of your choice from the university’s shared pool of majors and minors.
Learn from the best
Learn from award-winning scholars and acclaimed musicians with deep connections to the global arts industry.
Industry opportunities
Throughout your studies you'll have the opportunity to create, collaborate, perform, record and tour among our talented and passionate community. We offer mentoring by industry leaders in your chosen field, helping you create strong foundations for your career.
