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Music and Production
17 courses
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- Diploma Level7
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Study a music course to master your performance technique or find out what happens behind the scenes in this ever-changing industry. Learn how to support artists in making their dreams come true with a music industry course or be at the centre of live shows and make the lights, sound and vision the best they can be. Get tips on freelancing in the gig economy and be ready to start your own creative small business.
Costume
Begin your journey by mastering the essentials of fabric design and costume construction principles. Let your creativity soar as you craft intricate and elaborate costumes for performers in film, theatre, opera and TV. more...
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Electronic Music Production
Master the craft of electronic music and get people onto the dance floor with your hypnotic beats. Record, sample, edit and mix music and add business smarts to your repertoire. more...
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Certificate IIIMusic (Creation and Composition)
CUA30920-05Find a new beat in your music career, and enter this dynamic industry at an assistant level. Make fresh sounds as you explore non-traditional ways of creating music using gadgets and software.
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DiplomaMusic (Creation and Composition)
CUA50820-03Build your production and musical skills to create fresh beats, songs or compositions as a recording artist or producer. Work with all music genres, especially electronic music, and use your computer to compose, produce, mix and more.
Live Production
Whether it’s an intimate bar performance or a sold-out stadium, make the show spectacular with sound, lighting and visual effects. Play an essential part behind the scenes of gigs and concerts. more...
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Certificate IIILive Production and Technical Services (Scenery and Props)
CUA30420-02Develop your creative making skills when you build and construct set pieces and props for theatre, film, stage or TV. Apply design fundamentals to set and prop design and work on audio, lighting and vision production design for live events.
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Certificate IIILive Production and Technical Services
CUA30420-01This course is your backstage pass to the world of live entertainment. Launch your career as a stage technician and learn the skills you need to work behind the scenes at concerts, clubs, theatres and conventions, to bring production to life.
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Certificate IVLive Production and Technical Services
CUA40420-01Shine a spotlight on a career in live production as you learn to use lighting, audio and show control equipment. Gain the skills you need to perform a wide range of roles including sound technician, lighting technician and production coordinator.
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Certificate IVLive Production and Technical Services (Scenery and Props)
CUA40420-03Boost your creative skills in scenery and props design for live productions. You’ll learn to source materials, use tools, and assist in audio, lighting and visual design to build and assemble stage sets. Prepare for a dynamic career in the live production industry.
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DiplomaLive Production and Technical Services
CUA50420-01Strengthen your practical and technical skills to take your production career to the next level. Get set to work behind the scenes in festivals, theatres and events and learn to collaborate with performers and production crew in this exciting industry.
Music
Get a broad look at the music industry with courses that cover performance, equipment set up and recording as well as need-to-know business skills like marketing and event promotion. more...
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Certificate IIMusic
CUA20620-01Gain foundational knowledge and skills for a music career and explore different industry avenues, including performing, staging, recording and music business. You don’t need any experience, just a keen ear and a passion for music.
Music Business
Learn how business is done behind-the-scenes of the number one hits. Get across music copyright and royalties, music industry marketing, publicity campaigns, artist management, publishing, distribution and more. more...
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Certificate IIIMusic (Business)
CUA30920-04Go backstage and discover how the music business works as you book gigs, promote artists and begin establishing your network of contacts. Be the force behind the music and work for record companies, independent labels and music publishers.
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DiplomaMusic (Business)
CUA50820-05Enhance your understanding of the music business and gain skills to become an artist manager, work for a record label, and more. Learn to develop and promote artists, get songs on TV and film, and network with music industry experts.
Performance
Stretch your vocal range, master an instrument or experience the world of theatre with a course that supports your path to the stage or recording studio. Gain confidence and learn the behind the scenes secrets of the performing arts industry. more...
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Certificate IIICommunity Dance, Theatre and Events
CUA30220-01Kick-start your community stage career or go behind the scenes with this highly practical course. Workshop your creative ideas, tell your stories and develop your performing skills while developing real-world experience in theatrical and live musical productions.
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Certificate IIIMusic (Performance)
CUA30920-03Take centre stage and develop a range of skills that build on your ability as an instrumentalist, vocalist, composer or songwriter. Gain an introduction to music industry roles and copyright, and become a well-rounded musician and performer.
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DiplomaMusic (Performance)
CUA50820-02Gain the confidence and experience you need for success as a recording artist or session musician. Explore your unique sound as you practise performing, composing, producing music and collaborating in bands while establishing your music industry network.
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Advanced DiplomaMusic (Performance)
CUA60520-02Become a polished performer with a range of industry skills as you connect with TAFE NSW’s vibrant creative community. Master advanced techniques in musicianship and recording, and develop confidence to pursue a career as a singer, songwriter or musician.
Sound Production
Master the audio engineering skills you need to record, edit and mix audio while building your knowledge of industry essentials. Learn music business skills, become confident using music software and learn how to work in the industry successfully and effectively. more...
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Certificate IIIMusic (Sound Production)
CUA30920-02Hit the right note and gain an understanding of the music industry with foundational skills in sound production. Be part of the music community as you learn about studio recording and live sound, perform live mixing and make records.
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DiplomaMusic (Sound Production)
CUA50820-04Take your career in recording engineering and music production up an octave and pursue your creative dream. Strengthen your technical ability to create albums, collaborate with fellow artists and explore the world of audio post-production.
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Advanced DiplomaMusic (Sound Production)
CUA60520-04Bring your music career to life working in audio engineering or as a songwriter with TAFE NSW’s sound production pathway. Gain the practical and theoretical knowledge to find success in the music industry in a range of creative and business roles.