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Learn an instrument

Music is for everyone! Experience the fun, satisfaction, creativity and enjoyment that comes from learning a musical instrument. Your brain loves it too! Studies have shown that learning an instrument is great for developing better memory, coordination, focus, listening, organisation, expression and problem-solving skills. Our individually tailored learning programs for all ages and abilities will open up so many new possibilities – and our musical community of teachers and students are ready to welcome you!

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Join an ensemble

The power and magic of making music with others is awesome! Playing music together is a great way to improve your musicianship and technical skills, and is also huge fun. Meet new people, share your music, learn together, support each other and create wonderful memories making music as part of a team. All the best people play music – so come and meet your new best buddies today!

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Testimonials

  • “The thrill of 'I can do it!' is, ageless, often inspiring creativity and a life-long passion for music.”

    Wendy Ford, Piano / Vocal / Guitar Tutor

  • “All research regarding the study of music states young people develop their cognitive skills faster through learning a musical instrument. Some even say: music makes you smarter!”

    David O’Meara, Brass Tutor

  • “Singing is one of life’s joys, and something everyone can learn to do. It’s wonderful to see students relax and build trust in their instrument through learning how to listen more effectively, learning how their voice works and how to use it with more ease and confidence.”

    Imogen Wolf, Vocal Tutor

  • “It is a joy to develop musical skills with students of all ages. To see each one of them grow musically and then develop further in the ensembles program is very satisfying.”

    Michael McCabe, Strings Tutor / Chamber Strings Conductor

  • “The Con is my second home. The teachers and staff are always 100% supportive and the ensembles program is a great way to meet new friends and play music.”

    Tilly Jones, Composer / Student

  • “Studying at the Northern Rivers Conservatorium has been a highlight of my children's week going on 13 years now. Through floods and fires and covid, the Con was still a major part of their community life and helped inspire them to continue playing and working towards their goals, no matter the obstacles. We’ve been so grateful to have access to such a high-quality musical education for our children, even though we live rurally. ”

    Tara Luca, Parent

Meet our staff

Our dedicated teachers are amongst the finest musicians and educators in the Northern Rivers. They model musicianship, inspiring and empowering students through their passion, performances, and professionalism. Being a music teacher is not like any other profession. You get to do what you love, share it with others and be a part of changing people’s lives in real time right in front of you. Sometimes you even get to share music in performance with your students! Have you found your music mentor yet? They are waiting at the NRC for you to join them…

Imogen Wolf

Imogen Wolf

Voice
Anita Bellman

Anita Bellman

Executive Director | Voice
Wendy Ford

Wendy Ford

Voice, Piano, Guitar & Songwriting
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Events

Our annual calendar of events offers a rich variety of music participation opportunities and special performance experiences. Ranging from our Northern Rivers Youth Orchestra and Youth Jazz Orchestra to nationally and internationally acclaimed guest artists and innovative local partner projects, you are bound to be delighted, inspired, and moved.

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Enrol today and experience the fun, satisfaction, creativity and enjoyment that comes from learning a musical instrument.

Conditions of Enrolment

Enrolment
  • An enrolment becomes valid and lessons can commence upon confirmation of lesson placement by the Northern Rivers Conservatorium (NRC) Administration.
  • Enrolment is continuing for the whole calendar year until notice of withdrawal (see Student Withdrawal).
  • Term dates for Community Music are as published by the NSW Department of Education, with Music in Schools term dates advised by your participating school.
  • Music in School schedules of lessons are available online at our website and it is the responsibility of parents, carers, and students to ensure that they have the latest timetable.
Fees
  • A registration fee is payable once a year by every student enrolled.
  • An invoice for fees will be raised at the beginning of each term for all enrolled students.
  • Fees are on a term basis and payable within seven days of the date of invoice, unless NRC has agreed to a regular payment arrangement.
  • In the event of financial hardship, please contact the office to discuss payment plans and/or apply for fee assistance through our bursary programme.
  • Any student with outstanding fees from a previous term will be automatically withdrawn. Students may only re-enrol if accounts are paid in full or an approved payment schedule implemented; in this case it may not be possible to provide the student with the same lesson time, day or teacher.
Delivery of Lessons
  • Lessons begin and end promptly at the designated time.
  • It is the student’s responsibility to attend their lessons on time. For Music In Schools students, our families are asked to check the schedules prior to their child’s day and remind their child prior to leaving home.
Missed Lessons / Refunds
  • NRC must be informed of all absences, with 24 hours’ notice where possible, by phone (6621 2266), SMS (0448 026 211), or email admin@nrcac.edu.au
  • Credits or refunds are not given for missed lessons, unless due to tutor absence.
Make-up Lessons
  • Make-up lessons are only available to Community Music students, with a maximum of one make-up lesson per term.
  • Tutors can deliver make-up lessons only if they have available time and have received more than 24 hours’ notice of the absence.
  • In the event that a make-up lesson is not available, one of the following options may be chosen instead: one free attendance to one of the holiday make-up workshops offered each year that is equivalent to two hours’ music education activity, OR one free ticket to an NRC visiting artist’s concert/workshop event.
Change of Teacher
  • NRC reserves the right to supply a substitute tutor if the original tutor is unavailable.
Student Withdrawal
  • Two weeks’ notification is required for any withdrawal and must be given in writing to the NRC office.
Disclaimer
  • NRC reserves the right to review and implement changes to fees at any time.
  • Our tutors reserve the right to discontinue lessons where student behaviour is deemed inappropriate.

 

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