Each year there are a number of performance opportunities that students of members or non-members may enter, including:
- Junior Music Festivals
- Student Concerts
- Masterclasses
- Scholarships
Junior Music Festivals
The Junior Music Festivals were introduced in 1995, with the aim of offering young music students the opportunity to perform in a friendly, relaxed and encouraging environment. They are held in various locations throughout Sydney and also Newcastle and Wollongong. They are open to students of both members and non-members of the MTA.
Further information can be found here
Student Concerts
Student concerts provide students with an opportunity to play in front of a friendly audience. They are held in various locations in Sydney, Newcastle and the Illawarra.
HSC Pre-Exam concerts are open to HSC students who are about to sit their HSC examinations. The performances will be judged by an HSC marker using the syllabus objectives of the NSW HSC Music Syllabus. Students will receive a report with valuable feedback to help prepare for the upcoming HSC exams.
Masterclasses
Masterclasses are an opportunity for students and teachers to learn together from great teachers and performers. They are held in various locations. For information about upcoming masterclasses, see the What's Happening page.
Scholarships
The MTA offers various scholarships on a regular basis to encourage performance experience and further study opportunities for aspiring young musicians and vocalists. These scholarships are offered in a variety of instrumental and vocal fields. Some scholarships are offered every year, and some are offered in alternate years.
Further information on all scholarships can be found here
The 2023 Newcastle Annual Scholarships and the Inaugural Indigenous Scholarships are now open for submission. Please see the What's Happening section of our website.
Student membership
Student membership is available to full-time music students enrolled in a recognised tertiary undergraduate diploma or degree course or teachers who are studying music full-time in a recognised tertiary degree or diploma. Student members receive discounted membership, and can be fully involved in all MTA activities. Student membership may only be held for four years and evidence of student status must be included with the membership application form.
How do I apply?
You can download an application form, or contact the office on 02 8000 3780.