School-age musicians are encouraged to experience high quality ensemble training in jazz and contemporary popular music in Rockhampton, with a form of tuition not readily available in most school music programs.

The Conservatorium Academy is a centre for creative and performing arts training for school-aged children in Central Queensland, located at CQUniversity Rockhampton Campus.

School-age performers will have the chance to perform through regular concerts and special events thanks to the Conservatorium Academy

Drawing on the resources of the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music (CQCM), places are available for singers, saxophonists, trumpeters, trombonists, pianists, guitarists, bassists, drummers and other instrumentalists.

Conservatorium Academy students will have the chance to perform through regular concerts and special events in the Rockhampton region.

Full-fee scholarships are available for eligible students, with details available via 4940 7800. Classes are held between 4pm-5.30pm on Tuesday afternoons and the initial registration is from 3.30pm-4pm on Tuesday, March 6.

Dean of Creative and Performing Arts Professor Matthew Marshall says "our aim is to provide a safe, educational and recreational environment, with high-energy, fun classes taught in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere".

"Operating out of our fully equipped studios and teaching spaces, students will have access to professional facilities, and outstanding teachers and tutors."

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