If you're serious about a career in music, this qualification will take your music industry knowledge and performance skills to the next level. Units include songwriting, media performance, music history, theory, aural and second study.
If you're a musician, singer and/or songwriter, performance artist, composes, sound designer or recordist, sound mixer or sound technician working in music performance, music creation and composition, music tuition, sound production, or music business contexts wishing to expand your songwriting, instrumental (including vocal), ensemble and musicianship skills, this qualification is for you!
You'll gain wide-ranging analytical, technical, creative, conceptual and managerial skills in your chosen field in the music industry. Units include songwriting, media performance, music history, theory, aural and second study. Time for your music career to hit the top ten!
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Quality music industry training at TAFE
In this short video, you'll hear from students and lecturers in North Metropolitan TAFE's music industry courses.
Training at TAFE combines theoretical learning with real life experiences, including live performances and working hands on in the studio, to ensure you'll graduate with not only key skills and knowledge but also confidence and experience to be successful in the industry.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Refine your talent
Successful completion of the Advanced Diploma of Music (Performance) will give you high level skills in performance, song arranging, composition and stagecraft technique.
Through this course you will develop your analytical, performance and creative skills under the guidance of highly experienced industry lecturers and mentors. You will refine your skills as a songwriter and performer, developing, producing and releasing your own recording product which is your calling card to the music industry.
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.