What's on
Morning session - in person with live stream
Afternoon session - breakout groups with an online option for remote applicants
The following topics will be covered in the short course:
- A guide to the audition process (performance, repertoire, aural test, interview)
- Course overview
- Theory/ear training techniques
- Performance practice workshops
Important information
Equipment provided
- Drum kit
- Guitar and bass amps
- Pianos
- Vocal P.A (and microphones if needed)
- Music stands
What the students need to bring
- Their instruments (guitars, bass etc)
- In addition:
- Guitarist/bass - leads
- Drummers - sticks and cymbals
Schedule of activities and events
| TIME | ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS |
| 9.45-10.00am | Check-in |
| 10.00-11.00am | Introduction to the course - Q&A |
| 11.00am-12.30pm | The audition and interview procedure - Q&A |
| 12.30-1.00pm | Lunch Break |
| 1.00-2.15pm | Break out rooms - Performance practice workshops |
| 2.15-3.00pm | Wrap up session - Q&A |
2026 Popular Music Audition Preparation Short Course
Sunday, 19 July 2026, 10am-3pm
Saturday, 29 August 2026, 10am-3pm
Check-in opens at 9.45am