Graduates of the classical music program can be found in major opera houses, symphony orchestras and in educational institutions the world over. Classical performance students follow one of three streams: vocal studies, instrumental studies or keyboard studies. In addition to a core academic program, all students receive individual lessons and specialist performance classes and participate in a large range of ensembles, which may include chamber music groups, the symphony orchestra,
fully staged operas and cutting edge new music. Each stream has its own discrete specialist classes, for example, vocal students study acting, languages and movement skills. Instrumentalists study chamber music, early and contemporary performance practices and pianists study in solo repertoire, accompaniment and vocal coaching.

Admission requirements: Applicants must apply to TISC and also directly to WAAPA. Admission is based on audition (including a theory test) and interview. Applicants must also meet ECU’s academic admission requirements.