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The Wollongong Conservatorium of Music |
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Located in the magnificent hilltop grounds of Gleniffer Brae, overlooking the Botanic Gardens and the coastal city of Wollongong, the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music provides an exciting programme of music education for the entire Illawarra community. The Conservatorium offers an extensive range of musical tuition, attracting students from all backgrounds and of all ages, abilities and interests. Taking pride in the accomplishments of its students and teachers, the Conservatorium offers students many opportunities to showcase their talents in solo and ensemble performances as well as completing accredited exams to record progress on their chosen instrument. From Childhood Music Education through to jazz, vocal or orchestral performances, the Conservatorium has something to satisfy the musical desire in all of us. NEWS UPDATE On Tuesday 30th June 4 Conservatorium ensembles competed at the Engadine Band festival. The Beginner Concert Band, Junior Concert Band and Intermediate Jazz Orchestra were all awarded coveted Gold awards, with the Intermediate Concert Band coming away with a well deserved Silver award. Well done to all the bands! FLUTE ENSEMBLE ON TOUR To follow the progress of the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music Flute Ensemble on their New Zealand tour you can simply click here to read their tour blog |
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Upcoming Events
.........and there's Moore!!! Wollongong Conservatorium of Music is excited to announce a visit from one of the most outstanding young musicians in the world. Peter Moore is a trombonist from the UK who last year was crowned the BBC Young Musician of the Year. He won this title, one of the most prestigious in the world of classical music at the incredible age of just 12! This makes him the youngest winner in the competition’s 30-year history. Peter is visiting Australia in July and August with his parents (both professional musicians) and Wollongong Conservatorium of Music has managed to secure a two-day stay in the Illawarra. He will present a schools' concert on 6th August and a public recital on 7th August. More details of times and venues will be announced nearer the time. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear this incredible young musician live in concert. If you want to hear Peter play you can find him on YouTube, by clicking here or here or here. |
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