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Grammy award-winning pianist Kris Davis brings her expertise to Sydney Con
Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Kris Davis will work with Sydney Conservatorium of Music jazz students in a residency exploring improvisation, composition and collaborative performance.
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26 October 2026
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International cellist Camden Shaw joins the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Dover Quartet cellist and Curtis teacher will mentor Australia's next generation of musicians.
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22 October 2026
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The joy of song: where songbirds came from and why we should listen to them
Birdsong benefits wellbeing and connects us to nature.
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2 October 2026
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Sydney Conservatorium of Music expands jazz auditions framework, scholarships and equity pathway
To support the next generation of jazz musicians, we're broadening our audition repertoire, increasing scholarship opportunities and launching a fee-free Equity Bridging Program.
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14 July 2026
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University of Sydney awarded Australia-India grant for landmark music partnership
The grant will connect Sydney Conservatorium students with musicians, educators and communities in Australia and India.
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10 July 2026
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What’s on at the Con Semester 1 2026
Our performance program returns for another semester at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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6 March 2026
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Liza Lim wins 2026 Grawemeyer Award for 'A Sutured World'
Sydney Conservatorium composer recognised globally for visionary cello concerto and research linking music, climate and culture.
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2 December 2025
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Sydney Conservatorium of Music to open in Parramatta
The first expansion in the Con's 110-year history is designed to deliver world-class music education and industry opportunities to Western Sydney.
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31 October 2025
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Conductor Simone Young awarded honorary doctorate
Trailblazing conductor recognised for artistic leadership.
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22 September 2025
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How tiny tweaks in music shape what we imagine
New research from Sydney Conservatorium of Music
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9 September 2025
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Music is good company: new study shows that music induces social imagination
New research finds that music triggers thoughts of connection, warmth and companionship.
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11 August 2025
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From the Sydney Conservatorium of Music to the University of Chicago: Hao Zhen's graduate journey
Discover how the Con’s unique programs inspire the next generation of musical innovators
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11 August 2025
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Oppenheimer's legacy returns to Japan in Australian Noh play marking Hiroshima's 80th anniversary
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