AMPA Schedule of Dates 2014

AMPA Schedule of Dates 2014 is available here

Request for Official Transcript/Record of Studies

Request for Official Transcript/Record of Studies form is available here

AMPA Student Handbook

AMPA Student Handbook is available here

Further Information for International Students

International Student Information is available here

English Language Requirements

Overseas students must provide proof of competence in English. Students must meet a minimimum IELTS Score (or equivalent) of 5.5 for Associate Degree, 6.0 for Bachelor and 6.5 for postgraduate courses.

Please refer to further procedures below. 

• Admissions Procedure (Music)
• Admissions Procedure (Dance)
• Selection and Admissions Policy
  
  

Students without an acceptable level of English will be required to satisfactorily complete an intensive course of English language before being allowed to study at AMPA. AMPA can assist in arranging an appropriate English language program (the Pre-Enrolment English Program - PEP) in Sydney. On successful completion of the PEP, students are granted direct entry into AMPA.  

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About AMPA

Established over 20 years ago, AMPA continues to develop performing artists, composers, producers, choreographers, teachers and industry professionals of the highest standard. AMPA is a registered provider on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and complies with the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the obligations laid down in the National Code 2018. AMPA is also registered and accredited by the Australian Government - Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).AMPA currently boasts some of the highest calibre teaching staff in an atmosphere where students are carefully nurtured and guided through their studies. Students come to AMPA from all over Australia and the world. 
 

Music Courses

Dance Courses
 

Students who have completed the Associate Degree (Diploma) can transfer directly into Stage 4 of the Bachelor degree. 

English Language Test Scores

A summary of the English language tests and minimum scores accepted by AMPA follows*.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility

The above tests or qualifications will be accepted as valid for admission into AMPA courses if the test was taken within 24 months of the proposed date of commencement of study.
 

Studying in Sydney, Australia

AMPA benefits from a dynamic and diverse community, where students come from many different parts of the world to study music and performing arts in one of the world’s most beautiful and exciting cities. Sydney is Australia’s largest city, famously known for the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney has also been referred to as the most multicultural city in Australia and one of the most multicultural cities in the world, along with its pristine beaches, national parks, theatres, museums, art galleries, cinemas, restaurants and entertainment venues. Australia as a country is renowned for being safe, tolerant and multicultural.

The AMPA campus is located within 2 minutes walk of Central Station in the heart of the city. 

For further information on what to expect when studying in Australia please refer to the Useful Information for AMPA International Students booklet. You can also visit www.studyinaustralia.gov.au – the official Australian government web site for international students studying in Australia.

Accommodation 

Please see the Accommodation page for help with preparing your stay in Sydney!

Student Wellbeing & Safety 

AMPA wishes for all students to feel happy and safe. Please refer to the Wellbeing & Safety page for access to a range of resources and assistance available to students.
 

Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA)

T: +61 (0)2 9310 3111

F: +61 (0)2 8076 7685

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www.ampa.edu.au
 

Main Campus

136 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
 

Performing Arts Facilities

Tom Mann Theatre
136 Chalmers St, Surry Hills

AMPA Performing Arts Centre
4/85 O'Riordan St, Alexandria

APGS 
255 Broadway, Glebe

For hire and event bookings please go to the Venue Hire page. 
 

Introduction

AMPA’s graduate programs aim to develop elite music professionals by engaging in advanced performance mastery and creative practice blended with the exploration of research, analytical and communication skills. Students can personalise the course based on their individual interests and professional aspirations in order to maximise future employment opportunities.
 

Course Structure

Study Areas
 

PRINCIPAL STUDY: All students receive 18 x individual, 1 hour lessons, on a chosen instrument or voice for every semester in the course.

ENSEMBLE: Demonstrate developed suite of professional collaborative skills to engage, direct and perform within a group. Through a range of instrumental and vocal combinations in a wide variety of genres, students will develop skills in improvisation, transcription, transposition, interpretation, sightreading, ensemble direction, accompaniment and rehearsal techniques.

ACADEMIC STUDIES: The study of musical scholarship suited to the diverse range of disciplines that make up the creative industries. These typically fall within the paradigms of critical enquiry research and practice-led research.

ELECTIVES: Relevant to singer songwriters or any students who wish to learn two instruments, the unique Second Study at AMPA provides 18 x individual, 30 minute lessons every trimester. Or choose from electives to complement and refine your degree such as: Music Theatre, Music Industry, Studio Teaching, Recording, Production, Chart Writing and more. In stages 3 and 4 students transition to postgraduate research units to develop research, analytical and writing skills as well as critical thinking, creative thinking, synthesis and conceptualisation.

Download the course flyer

Admissions

Entry Requirements: The successful completion of a Bachelor of Music or equivalent undergraduate music degree. Provisional admission may be granted for students with limited educational qualifications.

Admissions Process: Audition + Interview

Please select a focus area for further information:

CLASSICAL MUSIC & COMPOSITION

CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

DANCE PERFORMANCE

MUSIC PRODUCTION

MUSIC THEATRE

POSTGRADUATE

AMPA Backstage with Gaia Scarf

(AMPA BMus Student, Trimester 2)

Check out first year AMPA student Gaia Scarf, who recently won Best New Artist at the AMPA Awards Night, with her original “Where the Heart is”. Gaia is a contemporary singer, songwriter and guitarist from the Blue Mountains.

I sat down with Gaia to talk about composing, performing and life at the ACADEMY OF MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS.

How long have you been studying at AMPA and what do you like about it?

I finished my first semester at the end of last year, 2013. I felt like I came into one big, dysfunctional family lunch on my first day. Everyone knows everyone and it's just one big, happy, crazy family really, that's what I loved best. And the fact that everyone is so supportive and encouraging of everyone else makes it so much easier to excel.

What inspires you? What makes you want to sit down and write a song?

I love watching live music. Seeing other musicians share their music sparks so much motivation in me, I think that's probably my strongest source of inspiration. But I write a lot of poetry, which is a lot easier for me than writing a song, so it's great to find a concept that I love, write a poem about it and morph it into music if I can.

Tell me about your favourite artists and musicians.

I have too many to even list. Paramore is my ultimate favourite band. But I'll also go crazy about anything from The Story So Far to Keaton Henson to Beyonce to The Beatles.

You recently won Best New Artist at the AMPA Awards Night.

How did it feel to win the award in your first semester at AMPA?

I think that was the biggest shock of my life. I remember listening to the nominees being read out on stage and settling further into my seat thinking that there was no way I'd get the award. So, yeah, it felt pretty amazing hearing my name called out, especially when I was up against some of the most amazing musicians I've ever met. Huge confidence boost, wow!

What’s been a stand out in your music career so far?

Because I cover so many songs and release them on Youtube, rarely there is the special occasion that the artist actually sees and acknowledges my cover. It's happened a few times to me, sometimes by people I really look up to. But I think when Vic Fuentes, singer of Pierce The Veil, told me that I was a better sing than him on my Youtube page, that was probably the highlight of my life. Screamed for about 3 hours.

What’s your dream as a musician?

I would love to just make a name for myself. I can't wait to get a collection of originals together and finally make an album. Also, the idea of people singing along to my own songs is so unbelievably exciting.

If you could play with any musician (past/present/dead/alive) who it would be and why?

I'd kill to sing with Hayley Williams. Paramore as a band has changed my perspective on life and some of their lyrics have helped me so much (as lame as that sounds). To be able to perform with them would change my life forever!

AMPA has a clear vision of being at the forefront of the arts education industry in Australia, and we are excited to announce that several major projects earmarked for 2014-2015 (as part of the AMPA Strategic Plan) are now coming to fruition.

The first of these projects to be announced is the introduction of new postgraduate courses at AMPA. The Master of Music and Graduate Diploma of Music will commence in 2014, and will allow graduate students an exceptional opportunity to enhance their understanding of music and specialise in a number of key professional areas. The courses will aim to increase students' breadth of knowledge in support of an active teaching career either in the private or government sector, at primary, secondary or tertiary level studio teaching, and will also assist experienced and advanced practitioners who, having achieved distinguished professional careers in the public arena, can derive further knowledge from a music related academic and research environment. The courses will also assist musicians in industry specific areas of performance, composition and song writing, studio teaching, and music retail and distribution.

We look forward to introducing these pivotal new courses in 2014, and please stay tuned for further announcements on the latest developments at AMPA.

For further details on the Master and Graduate Diploma courses, please contact AMPA admissions on:

T. 02 9555 1666

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AMPA rolled out the red carpet in August for an exclusive workshop from the band of none other than international superstar P!NK.

Drummer, Mark Schulman, Eva Gardner (Bass) and Justin Derrico (Guitar) took some time out of P!NK’s ‘Truth About Love’ tour to visit students at the Rozelle campus to give an intimate Rhythm clinic.

After setting up some rather serious music gear, and sound checking to perfection, the trio entered the stage in an elaborate and dramatic entrance to Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody.

Mark, Eva and Justin each shared some of their stories, gave tips and tricks, and performed in an intimate workshop setting.

Some students were lucky enough to be invited onto the stage to jam with Mark and Eva.

''You're thrown an unexpected experience; you have no idea what they might come up with,'' bassist Eva Gardner said, of jamming with students.

''It's fun to jam and have a wonderful two-minute experience.''

After the performances, the trio hung around to sign autographs for students and to answer any individual questions that students had.

Collectively Mark, Eva and Justin have toured with the who’s who of the music biz including artists such as FOREIGNER, SHERYL CROW, STEVIE NICKS, DESTINY’S CHILD, BILLY IDOL, CHER, THE CALLING and THE MARS VOLTA.

AMPA was please to host past and future students, staff, members of the public, and press for the event. You can read more about the Rhythm Clinic in the Inner West Courier, here.