TAFE SA
6 months
Certificate IV in Music (Performance) is a 6-month nationally recognised qualification that develops musicians with comprehensive training in performance, musicianship, music technology, and the commercial music industry. Ideal for aspiring musicians seeking to build a strong foundation and launch careers as performers, songwriters, or band members.
Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLND) and either hold a Certificate III in Music (Performance) or demonstrate satisfactory performance in an audition. Basic computer skills, good communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills are required. Recommended for those interested in live instrumental or voice performance.
The course covers four core units and ten elective units including: Musicianship and aural perception skills, music improvisation and composition, music technology fundamentals, music business and copyright arrangements, performance workshops and stagecraft, repertoire development, group and solo performance techniques, music notation, and creative practice management. Students select from electives such as harmony analysis, improvisation development, stagecraft application, and various performance specialisations based on their chosen instrument.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider with 90% of graduates satisfied with training quality and 87% recommending their courses. The Adelaide College of the Arts offers specialist studios and hands-on experience with industry professionals, ensuring students develop practical skills relevant to the commercial music industry.
Graduates are prepared for careers as musicians, singer-songwriters, and band members in the commercial music industry. The qualification provides a strong foundation for live performance, studio work, and music business opportunities. Successful completion enables students to work professionally in the music industry or pursue further higher education pathways.
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