Creating the musicians of the 21st century
Always wanted to learn music with world-class musicians without going to university? Open Conservatorium is the convenient alternative where you can learn from seasoned professionals and play music with those who love it as much as you do!
From toddlers to preteens, young adults to mature age, our breadth of innovative programs allow you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and aspirations.
Housed within Queensland Conservatorium, which is conveniently situated in the heart of Brisbane's premier arts precinct, our facilities are among the music industry's finest – acoustically, architecturally and technologically. With refurbished buildings and facilities worth over $80m, collaborations with celebrated performing arts organisations, Education Queensland and access to leading music educators, musicians and composers with international experience and outlook; you will learn music in an environment that enables you to flourish.
Programs

Early Childhood Music
The Early Childhood Music programs create a musical learning environment for infants to children around six years of age, in partnership with their parents or caregivers. The aim of the program is to encourage the musical growth of each child in an enjoyable and enriching environment, promoting a lifelong love of music.

Young Conservatorium
Young Conservatorium offers pre-school, primary and secondary students a pathway of musical training drawing on the skills, expertise and excellence of the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University. Offering a variety of programs, from the developing stages in childhood through to the senior years of schooling, Young Conservatorium should be your first choice when considering music education for your child.

State Honours Ensemble Program
Partnerships can happen across the desk, across the road or across the state. Some can even happen across the world! The State Honours Ensemble Program is a product of the partnership between schools, teachers and the Open Conservatorium. Each year classroom and instrumental teachers are invited to nominate their most outstanding secondary school musicians to participate in these programs. Placements are available for students studying Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Piccolo, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, and Orchestral Percussion (not Drum Kit).

Tertiary Preparation Workshop
Open Conservatorium Griffith University offers Tertiary Preparation Workshops to help you stand out from the pack at your audition for the Bachelor of Music at the Queensland Conservatorium. Whether you're in your final years of high school or a mature-age student applying for entry to a university music degree, this program can help you better prepare for the theoretical and practical requirements of the audition process.

Adult Education
We offer adult education and professional development courses for music professionals, hobbyists and educators who need to update their skills in modern music technologies. Enjoy the benefits of studying at one of the world's finest conservatoires, where you will have our experienced teaching staff and world-class music facilities at your fingertips. Courses cover topics such as live sound technologies, creative music technologies, ProTools for musicians, keyboard lessons for adults and more.
LiveMusic Queensland Conservatorium
Whatever the style of your event — from an intimate gathering to a lavish affair, the ballroom to the bowls club — our versatile, Queensland Conservatorium trained musicians provide a memorable soundtrack to every occasion. Our soloists and ensembles have performed to widespread acclaim across a range of musical genres from Classical and Vocal to Latin and Jazz. With first-class training from Queensland Conservatorium, our musicians deliver the highest quality performance in every setting.
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Grow with MusicThe Early Childhood Music programs create a musical learning environment for infants to children around five years of age, in partnership with their parents or caregivers. A sibling discount of $50 per annum is awarded for each child enrolled after the first sibling enrolment in the same year for Early Childhood Music enrolment. A trial class will be held for applicants prior to the commencement of the program. |
In a class of Maximum of 12 students per class On Tuesday Classes - 9.30 am OR Saturday Classes - 9.00 am and 10.00 am For 50 minutes Fee is $600 and 2-3 year olds students are eligible |
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Tuning InThe Early Childhood Music programs create a musical learning environment for infants to children around five years of age, in partnership with their parents or caregivers. A sibling discount of $50 per annum is awarded for each child enrolled after the first sibling enrolment in the same year for Early Childhood Music enrolment. A trial class will be held for applicants prior to the commencement of the program. |
In a class of Maximum of 12 students per class On Tuesday Classes - 10.30 am OR Saturday Classes - 11.00 am For 50 minutes Fee is $600 and 4-5 year olds students are eligible |
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Young Beginner - Keyboard, Strings and Classical GuitarThe Young Beginner program is the natural offshoot of the Young Conservatorium’s Early Childhood Music activities, with programs designed to be an introduction to practical instrumental music. Strings include Violin and Violoncello. |
In a class of Places are limited and subject to application On Saturday mornings (generally between 9.00 am - 11.30 am) For 45 minutes per week Fee is $1200 and 5-7 year olds students are eligible |
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Developing Musician - Strings and PianoThe Young Conservatorium provides Individual Tuition for those musicians in the early stages of their development. Students receive expert guidance from Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s experienced teaching faculty. The Developing Musicians program is available for Piano, Violin and Violoncello. |
In a class of Places are limited and subject to application On A mutually convenient time is arranged between the teacher and student For 30 - 45 minutes per week Fee is As per individual tution fees and students are eligible |
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Individual TuitionThe Young Conservatorium provides Individual Tuition - classical and contemporary. Open to Primary and Secondary School students. Students receive expert guidance from Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s experienced teaching faculty. Individual Tuition is available on the following instruments: Violin Viola Violoncello Double Bass Harp Flute Clarinet Oboe Bassoon Saxophone French Horn Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba Percussion Drum Kit Bass Guitar Guitar Piano Voice Composition |
In a class of Places are limited and subject to application On A mutually convenient time is arranged between the teacher and student For 1 lesson (30 minutes, 45 minutes or 60 minutes) per week for 30 weeks Fee is 30 minute lessons - FEE: $2250 45 minute lessons - FEE: $3075 60 minute lessons - FEE: $3750 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Symphony OrchestraEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Only players of the highest calibre will be considered (AMEB 5 & above). |
In a class of On Tuesdays 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm For Fee is $600 Scholarship may apply and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Wind OrchestraEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Only players of the highest calibre will be considered (AMEB 5 & above). |
In a class of On Saturdays 11.15 am - 1.00 pm For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - String OrchestraEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Only players of the highest calibre will be considered (AMEB 5 & above). |
In a class of On Saturdays 11.00 am - 12.30 pm For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Wind EnsembleEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 3 AMEB to Grade 5 AMEB |
In a class of On Saturdays 9.00 am - 10.45 am For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - String EnsembleEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 3 AMEB to Grade 5 AMEB |
In a class of On Saturdays 9.00 am - 10.30 am For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Jazz EnsembleEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 3 AMEB to Grade 5 AMEB |
In a class of On Wednesdays 5.00 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Jazz OrchestraEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Only players of the highest calibre will be considered (AMEB 5 & above). |
In a class of On Tuesdays 5.00 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Overture StringsEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 1 AMEB to Grade 3 AMEB. Suitable for young musicians to develop ensemble skills - Audition not required. |
In a class of On Saturdays 9.30 am - 10.30 am For Fee is $450 and students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Concert ChoirEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. |
In a class of On Wednesdays 4.30 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students aged 14 - 18 years. students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Vocal EnsembleEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. |
In a class of On Saturdays 11.00 am - 12.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Students aged 9 - 14 years of age. students are eligible |
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Large Ensembles - Overture WindsEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 1 AMEB to Grade 3 AMEB. |
In a class of On Saturdays 9.00 am - 10.00 am For Fee is $450 and students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Flute EnsembleEnsembles are not just about performance but also about learning. Young Conservatorium prides itself on the pedagogy that underpins the performance program, especially in the ensemble environment. Students of approximately Grade 1 AMEB to Grade 3 AMEB. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Thursdays 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Middle and secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Woodwind EnsembleOnly players of the highest calibre will be considered. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Saturdays 9.30 am - 10.30 am For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Jazz ComboOnly players of the highest calibre will be considered. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Tuesdays 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Brass EnsembleOnly players of the highest calibre will be considered. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Thursdays 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Chamber StringsOnly players of the highest calibre will be considered. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Saturdays 9.30 am - 10.30 am For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Cello EnsembleGrade 3 AMEB to Grade 5 AMEB. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Saturdays 11.15 am - 12.15 pm For Fee is $600 and Middle and secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Percussion EnsembleThese ensembles are formed at the start of each year and rehearse weekly according to the Young Conservatorium term dates. Pathways within our ensembles enable the young musician to progress through various levels as their musicianship develops. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On Thursdays 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm For Fee is $600 and Middle and secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Chamber VoicesOnly singers of the highest calibre will be considered. |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On A mutually convenient time between teacher and students For Fee is $600 and Secondary school students students are eligible |
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Small Ensembles - Guitar EnsembleMiddle and secondary school students. Grade 3 AMEB to Grade 5 AMEB |
In a class of Min 8 enrolments On A mutually convenient time between teacher and students For Fee is $600 and students are eligible |
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Musical Awareness - Musicianship: Theory and AuralStudents enrolled in tuition and ensembles are eligible to apply. Musical Awareness is offered to students who wish to develop and acquire theoretical and practical skills through the study of music elements. |
In a class of Minimum 15 enrolments On Saturdays 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm For Fee is $350 and students are eligible |
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Musical Awareness - Creative encounters with music technologyMiddle and secondary school students. Musical Awareness is offered to students who wish to develop and acquire theoretical and practical skills through the study of music elements. |
In a class of Minimum 15 enrolments On Saturdays 9.00 am - 11.00 am For Fee is $700 and students are eligible |
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Musical Awareness - Performance presentation and stagecraftClassical and Contemporary Vocal students. Musical Awareness is offered to students who wish to develop and acquire theoretical and practical skills through the study of music elements. |
In a class of Minimum 15 enrolments On Saturdays 9.30 am - 10.30 am For Fee is $350 and students are eligible |
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State Honours Ensemble ProgramIn partnership with Schools the State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP) connects the finest young musicians with a team of eminent international and national conductors in a pursuit of musical excellence. Nominations are open for Queensland’s finest middle school and secondary school musicians, nominated by their school, to apply to be a part of this outstanding State-wide program. 2018 PROGRAMS: SHEP North Queensland (Cairns) SHEP Middle School – Cairns SHEP Capricornia (Rockhampton) SHEP Middle School – South-East Queensland SHEP Darling Downs (Toowoomba) SHEP Middle School – Mackay SHEP Middle School – Rockhampton SHEP Queensland SHEP Middle School – Townsville Pacific Honours Ensemble Program (PHEP), SHEP Middle School – Bundaberg Seattle USA – in partnership with Western International Band Clinic (WIBC) |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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Tertiary Preparation WorkshopStand out from the pack at your audition with our Tertiary Preparation Workshop (TPW) program. Whether you're in your final years of high school or a mature-age student applying for entry to a university music degree, this program can help you better prepare for the theoretical and practical requirements of the audition process. |
In a class of On For 2 July - 6 July Fee is $495 and students are eligible |
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Lower Brass Band Weekend |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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Adult EducationMusic teachers, musicians and music lovers are invited to join us for Professional Development courses presented through summer, winter and weekend schools at Queensland Conservatorium’s South Bank campus. Whether you want to complement or upgrade your existing music skills, to take your music career in a new direction, our range of professional development courses can help you realise your goals. |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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Adult Education - Live Sound TechnologiesDesigned to work either in conjunction with "Creative Music Technologies" or as a standalone course. Students will acquire practical experience in the basic operation of live recording/mixing consoles, microphones, signal paths, gain structures, connectivity, recording and sound reinforcement. This course includes strategies on making the most out of minimal equipment through to working with more extended concepts with mixing desks as typically found in school, hobby, and small venue contexts. Assistance can be provided in setting curriculum and assessment for school contexts if required. |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
email open-conservatorium@griffith.edu.au, or phone 3735 6306 |
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Adult Education - Creative Music TechnologiesParticipants will acquire practical experience in the basic operation of generic digital audio recording and sequencing software from MIDI sequencing, basic score creation, audio recording and production, to pre/post production concepts and approaches for a wide array of projects. This includes techniques tricks and tips on a wide range of contexts ranging from the solo operator through to large group settings such as a classroom environment. Assistance can be provided in setting curriculum and assessment for school contexts if required. |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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Adult Education - Pro Tools for MusiciansUsing the industry standard Pro Tools software, this course will teach participants to work with non-linear, hard-disk sound recording systems. Participating in practical, computer-lab based tutorials delivers detailed insight into digital audio recording, working with MIDI, editing and mixing, pre- and postproduction concepts, project ideas and how to communicate these ideas techniques and their application. |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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Adult Education - Keyboard Lessons for AdultsThe Open Conservatorium offers keyboard lessons where the adult beginner can learn to play at their own pace in a group lesson environment under the direction of our talented staff. There are beginner and advancing strands to this program. |
In a class of On For Fee is and students are eligible |
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- Location and delivery address
- Open Conservatorium
- Room 3.03
- Griffith University
- 140 Grey Street
- South Bank QLD 4101
- Postal address
- Open Conservatorium
- PO Box 3428
- South Bank QLD 4101