Conservatorium Events & News
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Conservatorium Events
What's on this week
Live performance
Fernleigh Orchestral and Arts Network: Pink Meets Purple
Bridge the worlds of rock and classical with the iconic music of Pink Floyd and Deep Purple.
Upcoming events
Exhibition
2026 Karen Thrift Original Music and Lyrics Prize
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce the launch of the 2026 Karen Thrift 'Original Music and Lyrics' Prize.
Live performance
End of Semester Send at the Hamo
Check out Newcastle’s up-and-coming musos from the Uni’s Bachelor of Music & Performing Arts at the end of Semester Send @ the Hamo!
Live performance
Yirru-gu-wi-yay-irri: An opera about birds with children
Join us for a special showing of a bird opera created by children and inspired by local Aboriginal stories.
Live performance
Soul Song Newcastle Show
Homegrown anthems. Pop classics. Songs we all know and love.
Live performance
Christ Church Camerata's All that jazz!
Raise the roof in a joyous interweaving of jazz, pop and classical.
Live performance
Uni Music Live at King St Hotel
Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts students will be taking over King St Hotel's Band Room for massive night of live music.
Live performance
Christmas Strings Concert
Get into the Christmas spirit with our end of year strings students showcase!
In person
The 11th Annual Newbie Awards
Dress up and walk the red carpet for an evening showcasing the impressive work of Bachelor of Media and Communication students.
Live performance
ESCAPE
Join the University of Newcastle CAPA1030 Acting cohort for three immersive and interactive performance itineraries.
Live performance
Festival Voices Newcastle: Appear and Inspire
A concert dedicated to the Patron Saint of Music St Cecilia. The program revolves around Britten’s Hymn to St Cecilia to commemorate St Cecilia’s Day.
Public Lecture
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
Live performance
Jazz X Arts Orchestras in Concert
Celebrating the end of year with a performance featuring the Con's Arts Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra.
Live performance
Woodwind Student Recital
Community music students will take centre stage for a night of wind-instrument performance.
Live performance
Vocal Students Christmas Concert
Celebrating Christmas and the end of year with the Conservatorium's vocal students.
Conservatorium News
News • 01 Sep 2026
Thousands connect with science during National Science Week
Thousands of students, families and community members engaged with University of Newcastle researchers, educators and outreach teams during a vibrant National Science Week program that brought science, engineering and innovation to life across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Sydney.
News • 18 Nov 2025
A Celebration in Sound — musical generations unite to amplify 60 years of unwavering talent
The University of Newcastle’s Great Hall will come alive with the musical talents of local artists and generations of alumni this weekend, as the University further marks its 60th year with a powerful Celebration of Sound.
News • 29 Jul 2025
Celebrating the next generation of jazz musicians at the inaugural Jacob Neale Jazz Awards
Showcasing the next generation of emerging jazz musicians in Jacob Neale's honour.
News • 25 Jun 2025
Calling all Newcastle Conservatorium Alumni
The Con is curating a special concert featuring performances by our talented alumni — and we want you to be part of it!
News • 14 Feb 2024
Exciting news for the University of Newcastle’s Conservatorium of Music
The University of Newcastle Conservatorium of Music is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sue Carson (School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences) as the new Conservatorium Coordinator. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Sue brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.
News • 20 Aug 2019
The next wave of research stars in the limelight
With thousands of hours of research condensed into just three minutes, 15 bright and determined postgraduate students will take the stage at The Conservatorium on Friday (23 August) to compete in the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.
News • 19 Jul 2019
Virtual concert set to transform performance possibility
The University of Newcastle will host Newcastle’s first ever virtual concert this week, as students test the boundaries of immersive performance.
News • 26 Jun 2018
Community Music Scholarships 2019
Applications for 2019 scholarships accepted until 3 November 2018
News • 01 Jan 2018
2018 Term Dates
FInd out the Newcastle Conservatorium Community Music Term Dates for 2017. Contact the Conservatorium Reception for more information...
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