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We're incredibly proud to recognise the exceptional contributions our alumni make to their communities. Here are some of their stories.

Oliver Leimbach, Lime Cordiale

Lime Cordiale lead singer, Oliver Leimbach, reflects on how his education in classical music helped launch his career in pop music.

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Con alumna carves out a career in world’s creative capital

Producer, composer and engineer Jane Arnison has forged a career in one of the world’s most eclectic and creative cities.

Music alumnus turns his passion for music into a career

Composition alumnus Mitchell Huckstepp tells us about the pressures and rewards of his role, and how his degree in music set him up for a successful career in Hollywood.

From Conservatorium halls to the world stage

We recently caught up with Heather Shannon of The Jezabels, to hear about her time as a student at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and get a glimpse of a day in the life of a professional musician.

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Con grad forges accomplished career in music theatre

Bachelor of Music (Performance) grad, Katie Robinson, reflects on how her degree helped to prepare her to “enjoy having the best job in the world”.

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Con grad makes a career in New York

Since studying composition at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Shea Duncan has gone on to have a successful career as a Composer and Music Director in New York.

Where can a degree from Sydney Conservatorium of Music take you?

A career in music can take you all over the world. There’s a wide array of opportunities for the composers, performers, educators and scholars in the pursuit of musical excellence.

2023 Alumni Awards

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