Enrolment
We would love to welcome you to study at South West Music Regional Conservatorium!
You can begin studying with us at any time during the year, at your school or at South West Music in Cressy Street, Deniliquin.
Enrolment FAQ
When we teach
Lessons run in line with the NSW public school term dates, usually 10 week terms.
2022 TERM DATES
TERM ONE: Friday 4 February – Friday 8 April (Western District)
TERM TWO: Tuesday 26 April – Friday 1 July
TERM THREE: Monday 18 July – Friday 23 September
TERM FOUR: Monday 10 October – Tuesday 20 December
Individual lesson options
Individual lessons are usually 30 minutes long.
Lessons are offered:
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During school - Individual instrument tuition on school premises during class times.
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After school - Individual lessons at South West Music in Cressy St, Deniliquin.
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Via video conferencing - for students who live in locations where there are no teachers available in their chosen instrument.
Tuition fees
Individual lessons for every instrument are charged at $33 per half-hour lesson.
An additional administration fee is charged to each family each term.
Fees are charged at the start of each term and need to be paid prior to the commencement of lessons.
Ensembles and groups
Ensemble work or participation in a band is an addition to the individual tuition. Every member of the ensemble must pay the full term’s fees in advance before the ensemble/band program can commence.
Financial Support
We want to ensure all young people who want to can learn music.
If you are concerned about tuition fees, arrangements may be considered for a payment plan.
We also have a range of bursaries available. Please contact us to discuss the options.
Instrument Hire
If you don't have your own instrument, you can still learn! South West Music has a range of instruments for hire. There is an initial $50 returnable deposit for every instrument. The deposit is refunded when the instrument is returned in good order.
Instrument hire rates per term are:
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$35 - Violin, Clarinet, Viola, Alto Saxophone, Flute
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$40 - Cello
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$50 - Drum Kit
Re-enrolment and enrolment changes
Re-enrolment forms must be completed at the start of each year.
Contact us for a re-enrolment form.
For any changes to your enrolment, please contact our Administration Manager