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Timetable
Concerts

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Professional Associations

University of Tasmania
Enrolment Advice

UTAS LinkEnrolment Advice

Need advice on what units you need to enrol in? This site lists all courses avaiblable at the Conservatorium and the units required to complete each one. The site includes links to the University's online Handbook for a description of each unit, as well as a list of Conservatorium electives avaiable.

Unit Outlines

UTAS LinkUnit Outlines

Students may download a copy of any Conservatorium unit that is on offer during semester 1 of 2005.

Unit Outlines are arranged in various groups:

Major Study
Core Studies/History/Theory
Ensembles
Electives
Audio/Technology

Forms

UTAS Link>Student Forms

Students are required to complete several forms each year. Conservatorium forms should be downloaded, then the information typed into the form and then printed, signed and submitted.

Students will need their email username and password to access the forms webpage.

NB: Each form tells students where to submit the form: it is important that you submit to the right office, as an incorrect submission may result in your form being lost or inconveniently misplaced.

 

Web link graphic> University Student Administration Forms

To access University forms (for example to add/withdraw units) students should go to the following site:

Practice Room/Computer Console Bookings

UTAS Link>Conservatorium Bookings

Students may book a practice room or coumputer lab console by accessing the Conservatorium's Online Room or Workstation Booking System.

Students requiring regular access to the Conservatorium' s Technology Studio should contact Andrew Legg.


Conservatorium Policies

UTAS Link> Conservatorium Policies


On Orientation all students are issude with a copy of the Conservatorium's Student Handbook. In it you will find important information necessary for all Conservatorium Students. This information is also available online from the Conservatorium Policies and Rules webpage.

Conservatorium Timetable
UTAS Link> Timetable, Semester 12005

Students should use this link to download a personal copy of the Conservatorium's timetable.
Concerts

UTAS Link> Concerts

The Conservatorium is the largest concert presenter in Tasmania, staging over 100 public concerts annually. The 2005 Concerts Brochure is displayed on Level One.

Admission to ALL Conservatorium concerts, subject to seat availability, is FREE for all Conservatorium students, including cross faculty students. All students are encouraged to attend concerts regularly.

Research Help

UTAS Link>Music History Units Gateway

The Conservatorium's Music History site where students may download lecture handouts, copies of assignments, unit oultines, as well as a copy of Turabians' Citation and Format Style Guide

UTAS Link>Researching Online

Tips on doing musicology research online.

NB: When you are doing musicology research online, be aware that many websites contain information that is not legitimate for the purposes of scholarly research. It is easy to get confused about what is a legitimate website. If you are unsure consult your lecturer.

 

UTAS Link>Music Library

The Music Library supports the artistic and research needs of performers, composers & music educators of the Conservatorium of Music and the wider community of musicians.
The Library has a view over St. David's Park, and is situated on the 5th floor of the Conservatorium building in Sandy Bay Road, Hobart.

 

UTAS Link> Music Library>Subject Guide>Music

This page is an excellent starting point for research. It includes suggestions on where to start your research, how to find books and journal articles on your subject, as well as links to important music databases such as I.I.M.P and RILM

Web link graphic> RILM - Abstracts of Music Literature

From Mozart to Motown, from liturgy to music therapy, from elementary music education to advanced music theory, RILM is the first stop for the researcher who wants clear, verified bibliographic information, fully cited, abstracted, and indexed.
UTAS link> UTAS Library E-Journals

The alphabetical list of all the electronic journals to which the University of Tasmania Library subscribes.

This list includes hundreds of journals in dozens of different subject areas. Each title in the list links to the e-journal home page. If you don't want to browse through all the titles, trying searching under 'M' for Musciology or 'J' for Journal of or 'I' for International Journal of. Once you have located a useful journal, write down the title or the website address. If using your own computer, bookmark the site.

Professional Associations

Web link graphic> The Musicological Society of Australia


The Musicological Society of Australia exists to foster greater understanding and valuing of music, musical thinking and musical life by:

  • Providing an Australian forum for communication about music
  • Encouraging excellence in music research and research training
  • Facilitating the dissemination of the outcomes of music research

Web link graphic> International Musicological Society

The International Musicological Society (IMS) was founded in 1927 in Basle, where it has its headquarters ever since. It is a member of the Conseil International de la Philosophie et des Sciences Humaines (CIPSH), a branch organization of the UNESCO. Its purpose is the advancement of musicological research on the basis of international co-operation.

 

Web link graphic> Australian Music Centre

The Australian Music Centre is the leading provider of information, publications and scores relating to Australian music.

Web link graphic> APRA

APRA is a non-profit association that collects and distributes Australian and New Zealand copyright royalties for music creators and publishers from around the world.

Web link graphicTasmanian Symphony Orchestra

The TSO also pays regularly at a wide variety of community events around the State and TSO members form an integral part of the Tasmanian arts community, participating in teaching, performance and new music activities in addition to their orchestral responsibilities.

Web link graphic> Australian Music Examinations Board

The AMEB exists to provide a graded system of examinations in music, speech and drama, offered nationally and internationally, by providing quality syllabuses, educative services to our teachers, examiners and candidates, and quality publications to the highest editorial standard.

The AMEB State Office will be pleased to answer any queries you may have regarding the examinations and can provide you with copies of entry forms, information bulletins, past examination papers and so on. You can contact your State Office or International Agency at the addresses listed below.


Mrs Marita Crothers, State Manager
Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music
Private Bag 63
Hobart 7001
Phone: (03) 6226 7317
Fax: (03) 6226 7318
Email: Marita.Crothers@utas.edu.au


Web link graphic>The Australia Council

The Australia Council is a service organisation enriching the life of the nation by supporting and promoting the practice and enjoyment of the arts.
Web link graphic> Arts Tasmania

Arts Tasmania forms part of the Department of Tourism, Parks, Heritage and the Arts.
It encompasses both the Departmental functions of the State arts agency and Secretariat functions for the Tasmanian Arts Advisory Board in its peer assessment and policy development roles. 
Arts Tasmania has responsibility for the development of integrated policy and planning for arts and culture in Tasmania.

Web link graphic> The Arts Law Centre of Australia

Arts Law gives preliminary advice and information to artists and arts organisations across all artforms on a wide range of arts related legal and business matters including contracts, copyright, business names and structures, defamation, insurance and employment.