A brand new collaboration is set to open up the world of music to students in and around Tamworth.
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The University of New England (UNE) has partnered with Tamworth's Regional Conservatorium of Music to help deliver a virtual music course that doesn't skimp on all-important face-to-face tutoring.
Tamworth Regional Conservatorium of Music director Noelene McGrane says the partnership will benefit students and the wider Tamworth community.
"Being a university town adds a lot of benefits to the community," she said.
The move is hoped to promote Tamworth as a place to stay, live and work, broadening access and experiences for locals.
UNE Music's discipline convenor Dr Alana Blackburn says individual instrumental or vocal studies and practical performance are important in tertiary music education even in an increasingly online environment.
"By gaining weekly tuition with an experienced tutor, students are able to focus on developing their individual style and technique and further develop their knowledge of musical styles and genres," she said.
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"Local musicians will be able to access our fantastic facilities and performance spaces as part of their university studies to complement their online learning," Mrs McGrane added.
"We're looking forward to being able to offer this joint tuition to our students."
It's the first in what's hoped to be many partnerships enabling remote musical learning.
Students can apply now to begin a UNE Bachelor of Music next year.
