School Holiday Workshops
School Holiday Workshops
Where: Sydney and Melbourne Campus
When: April, June, and September holidays
Price: $30 for a 1-day, $45 for a 2-day workshop
School Holiday Workshops at the Australian Institute of Music are your chance to spend the holidays doing what you love – making music, performing live, and levelling up your skills in a real tertiary music environment. Designed for high school students in Years 10-12, these hands-on workshops cover songwriting, contemporary performance, HSC preparation, and musical theatre; all under the guidance of AIM’s industry-experienced mentors.
Across our Sydney and Melbourne campuses, you’ll collaborate with other young creatives, get on stage or in the studio, and walk away with practical tips, new confidence, and a clearer idea of your next steps in music. With small-group learning, structured daily schedules, and supportive staff on campus, it’s a safe, focused and inspiring way to spend the school holidays.
Workshop Calendar 2026
Music Theatre Workshop
Step into the spotlight and unlock your inner triple threat at AIM’s two-day Music Theatre School Holiday Workshop.
Designed exclusively for Years 10–12 students ready to master singing, dancing, and acting, you’ll train intensively with Stephen Gray (Melbourne’s Music Theatre Course Convenor) and Johanna Allen (Academic Lecturer).
Songwriting and Performance Workshop
Melbourne
Step inside AIM this April and spend two unforgettable days making music, meeting other young creatives, and discovering what you’re capable of as a performer and songwriter.
Designed for high school students in Years 10–12, our School Holiday Songwriting and Performance Workshop is your chance to learn from real industry musicians and explore what it means to write, play, and perform at a professional level.
HSC Masterclass
Get ready for your final HSC assessments with AIM’s HSC Masterclass – a one-day intensive designed specifically for Year 12 Music 1 and Music 2 students who want to fine-tune their pieces, boost confidence, and perform at their best.
Led by AIM academics Dominic Cabusi and Bronte Maree O’Neill, alongside accomplished AIM alum Adrianna Cicchitelli, this interactive workshop gives you the chance to work closely with professional performers and educators to take your HSC performance to the next level.
Performance Workshop
Designed for high school students in Years 10–12 who are serious about honing their craft, this one-day intensive dives deep into what it takes to perform like a pro.
Guided by two incredible AIM academics & alumni, Adrianna Cicchitelli and Noa Kidd, you’ll sharpen your skills in rhythm, pitch, dynamics, improvisation, stylistic interpretation, and how to connect with an ensemble.
Songwriting Workshop
Sydney
Step into the world of songwriting and unleash your creativity at our dedicated School Holiday Songwriting Workshop – a one-day intensive created especially for Years 10–12 students who are passionate about music and ready to bring their own ideas to life.
With guidance from AIM academics Dominic Cabusi and Bronte Maree O’Neill, you’ll learn directly from industry professionals who write, produce, and perform for a living, and know how to turn an idea into a song that shines.
Meet your mentors
Johanna Allen
Stephen Gray
Noa Kidd
Dominic Cabusi
Bronte Maree O’Neill
Frequently asked questions:
These workshops are aimed at high school students in Years 10-12, with our HSC Workshop being our only workshop dedicated specifically to Year 12 students.
Our School Holiday Workshops are open to students of all skill levels who are passionate about contemporary music, performance, songwriting, or musical theatre – no auditions required!
Our School Holiday Workshops are held on our Sydney Campus (66 Harrington St, The Rocks) and our Melbourne Campus (120 King St, Melbourne) throughout their duration under the guidance of the same industry-experienced academics that teach our teritary courses. April, June and September school holidays.
If you our your child are interested in participating, our School Holiday Workshops typically run during the April, June, and Septemeber school holiday period.
Your instrument (if applicable), music scores, water bottle, lunch (or buy nearby), and comfortable clothes for performing.
Yes, campuses offer step-free access, lifts, and inclusive facilities.
Notify [email protected] for specific needs (e.g., mobility, sensory).
You can contact our Future Students team on 1300 301 983 or send us an email at [email protected].
