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Supervised independent study of a music topic appropriate to the student's course of study. A proposal outlining the intended work for this paper must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

A thesis of a scope approved by the Head of School comprising a significant performance or series of performances and a written exegesis.

A thesis of a scope approved by the Head of School comprising a significant performance or series of performances and a written exegesis (90 points).

Development and refinement of performance skills to an advanced level, through a performance project that provides a context in which students explore individual research interests.

Development and refinement of approved creative work in performance culminating in two public recitals and two lecture recitals, with the Exegesis providing a coherent line of enquiry outlining the scope, contexts, aims , and critical perspectives, t...

In this course students work under individual supervision to acquire in-depth knowledge of musical repertoire appropriate to their instrument. While the course is essentially practical, providing an opportunity to consolidate technique and develop pr...

This course is a further study of musical repertoire under supervision, as for NZSM 701. In addition, students will receive guidance on the preparation and delivery of a well-structured and informed pre-concert talk. Assessment is by two public recit...

Development of technical and musical competency on the student’s chosen instrument or voice. This course is open to students studying either Classical or Jazz Performance.

Development of technical and musical competency on the student’s chosen instrument or voice. This course is open to students studying either Classical or Jazz Performance.

Development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in two approved areas of study, dependent on the student’s instrument/voice.

Development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in two approved areas of study, dependent on the student’s instrument/voice.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Further development of technical and musical competency, as well as artistic and stylistic insight, to perform at an intermediate level on the student’s chosen instrument or voice.

Further development of technical and musical competency, as well as artistic and stylistic insight, to perform at an intermediate level on the student’s chosen instrument or voice.

Further development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in three approved areas of study, dependent on the student’s instrument/voice.

Further development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in three approved areas of study, dependent on the student’s instrument/voice.

Development of technical and musical skills in an ancillary performance competency. Approved streams include conducting, Latin and jazz fusion ensembles.

Further development, through individual lessons, workshops and self-directed learning of technical and musical competency on the student’s primary instrument/voice, along with greater artistic and stylistic insight.

Further development, through individual lessons, workshops and self-directed learning of technical and musical competency on the student’s primary instrument/voice, along with greater artistic and stylistic insight.

In this course you will learn about the music and culture of the Asia-Pacific region through hands-on engagement with either Māori music or Javanese Gamelan. By participating in rehearsals and performances, and researching the broader social context ...

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Further development of technical and musical competency and artistic and stylistic insight to perform an expanded range of repertoire of the student’s chosen instrument or voice.

Further development of technical and musical competency and artistic and stylistic insight to perform an expanded range of repertoire of the student’s chosen instrument or voice.

Advanced development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in three approved areas of study, dependant on the student’s instrument/voice.

Advanced development of practical performance skills that support and enhance students’ principal study. Students participate in three approved areas of study, dependant on the student’s instrument/voice.

Advanced development of technical and musical skills in an ancillary performance competency. Students choose from a Latin ensemble or jazz fusion ensemble.

Development to an advanced level of technical and musical competency on the student’s primary instrument/voice.

Development to an advanced level of technical and musical competency on the student’s primary instrument/voice.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline. 100% inte...

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Exploration of an area of learning specific to the research interests and activity of a music staff member. A proposal outlining the intended work for this course must be approved by the Director of the NZSM prior to the enrolment deadline.

Refinement of creative research skills in the domain of Classical Performance, culminating in a substantial public recital, and a written component that explicates students’ creative research processes and platforms. Through studio lessons, group cla...

Development of musical performance towards an independently conceived and presented public recital.

Refinement of creative research skills culminating in a substantial public recital and a creative research platform written component. This course advances the performance and improvisation skills gained at the undergraduate level, while cultivating ...

Development of jazz performance towards an independently conceived and presented public recital.

Extension of ensemble skills and presentation of ensemble music including chamber music or contemporary ensemble, in an area that supplements or complements the main area of study.

Preparation and presentation of an extended repertoire for orchestra to a professional level appropriate to the student's instrument, including preparatory research and study for orchestral auditions.

Supervised study of vocal and dramatic performance, including related background study, in appropriate opera and musical theatre repertoire of Western music.