2026 HSC Music Performance Professional Development Day

 

Change is on the way for String Teachers and Students: HSC Performance preparation with a new syllabus

Change is on the Way for String Teachers and Students: HSC Performance preparation within a New Curriculum. From Term 1 2027, NSW schools begin teaching the new Music 1,2  syllabi for years 11 and 12. The first HSC examinations will come our way in 2028. Here, familiar 'Concepts of Music' give way to 'Music Context and Music Language', including prescribed focus areas and a compulsory composition component. Assessment, programming and repertoire selection are likely to shift. This workshop opens a dialogue on change, on what remains constant and what needs to be considered into the future so that what must be achieved can be achieved with success and benefit for all.

Join AUSTA NSW to help you prepare for the changes and success in dialogue with experts and colleagues 

2:30pm: Understanding Change
A Forum led by Dr. Jim Coyle (Sydney University) and Ynping Mak (Newtown Performing Arts) to unpack changes to Music 1 and Music 2. What has stayed and how do we best plan the student's path to the HSC? Panel discussion and open Q&A follows -  bring your questions!

3:45pm: Light refreshments and informal conversations.

4:15pm: Instrumental sessions 

Join leading teachers for a workshop on practical skills, repertoire possibilities and developmental strategies that will enable you to succeed in this new context. 

Violin: Caron Chan
Viola: Lisa Grosman
Cello: Simone Koolhaas
Double Bass: Alex Henery

Gain a clearer idea of the new HSC requirements, 
Connect with a network of colleagues navigating change
Experience meaningful professional development and inspiration. 

Cost: $30 for AUSTA members, $60 for non-members