Bachelor of Music Performance

Study Collarts’ Bachelor of Music Performance and gain a comprehensive blend of creative, technical, and industry-specific skills, guided by renowned ARIA award-winning faculty and industry professionals.

2

years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years (Standard)

60

hours of industry placement

STUDY MODES

On Campus

NEXT INTAKE

June 2026

LOCATION

Melbourne (Collingwood)

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Study Your Bachelor of Music Performance Degree with Collarts

Turn music into a lasting career

CRICOS Codes 084558M (2 years)/104504M (3 years)/088017G (2 trimesters)/104429F (3 trimesters)


Work closely with our ARIA award-winning teaching staff who have walked the musical path you're about to embark on. At Collarts, we know your experience is amplified by industry professionals who offer real-world stories and examples.

Choose your musical specialisation and have it amplified by one-on-one weekly lessons with industry experts who guide you and become your musical mentors.

Your graduation is a ticket to a well-rounded understanding of music performance that transcends borders. From performing solo to collaborating with fellow musical peers, diving into the intricacies of music analysis, and mastering the art of technical musicianship, your degree is a crescendo of experiences that prepare you for a career in the music industry.

Course Information

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Course Benefits

Gain in-depth knowledge and industry experience.

This isn't just a degree; it's your pass to creative exploration, music performance, analysis, and songwriting. It's about understanding the language of music at its core.

Throughout the degree, you will:

  • Hone your creativity as you craft and produce original songs. Your melodies, your lyrics – it's time to make your mark on the musical landscape.

  • Take your skills to a professional level, learning to own the stage with a presence that captivates audiences.

  • Immerse yourself in industry-focused projects that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. Your projects aren't just assignments; they're stepping stones to a career in the music industry.

  • Take centre stage with regular performances and recordings. This degree requirement doubles as a chance to showcase your talents and build a portfolio that speaks volumes.

  • Develop analytical skills and understand the nuances of music and music performance.

  • Study on-campus with access to Collarts' state-of-the-art facilities. Our auditorium is where your performances come to life, and our recording studios become your sonic playground outside of class hours.

  • Learn from the best with industry experts guiding you through the musical landscape. Collaborate with students from diverse creative courses.

  • Record your own music, experiment with sounds, and bring your compositions to life in our cutting-edge studios.

Songwriter / Composer

Write musical compositions and lyrics for songs, either on your own or with a team of co-writers. Perform your own songs or write for other artists.

Average industry salary*:

$59K - $108K

Recording Artist

Perform songs or musical compositions in a studio setting for recording and release. You may work closely with a band, music producer, sound engineer, and songwriters.

Average industry salary*:

$59K - $108K

Music Teacher

Teach students the art of instrumental techniques, scales, music theory, music history, and more, and help prepare them for exams, auditions, and live performances.

Average industry salary*:

$85K - $115K

Meet your faculty

Brett Langsford - Program Coordinator

An accomplished composer, guitarist and producer from Melbourne, Brett has been working professionally since 1998. He has composed, recorded and performed with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Dan Sultan, The Verses (Ella Hooper), Paris Wells, The Hello Morning, Spender and many more. He has also supported Jimmy Barnes, Casey Chambers, Counting Crows (USA) and Fleetwood Mac on their 2009 Australian tour.

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Elliott Folvig - Program Coordinator

Savannah Blount - Lecturer

An exceptional saxophonist, Savannah, has regularly performed both locally and internationally in a wide variety of genres including jazz, pop, rock and hip hop. She works and tours in both the corporate and independent music sectors and has performed with artists including Robbie Williams, Carl Cox, Kate Miller Heidke, Masta Ace, Megan Washington, James Morrison and many more. Savannah graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts and holds a Diploma in Education and a Masters in Music.

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Rebecca Hart - Lecturer

With over 20 years of experience in music education, Rebecca plays across various genres, in live performance settings and as a session recording musician. She has also directed and arranged music for choir and theatre. Rebecca earned her undergraduate degree from the Victorian College of Arts as an improvising pianist and later, completed a Master of Music (Contemporary Practice).

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Tim Henry - Lecturer

A screen composer, art-music composer and singer-songwriter (producing an EP and two independent albums), Tim has had a passion for music since a young age. He has played hundreds of gigs as a guitarist and solo artist, mastering pop, rock and heavy metal styles. He’s previously taught at the Northern Rivers Conservatorium, assisting Diploma students understand theoretical concepts.

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Jack Wieseler - Faculty Administrator

A versatile multi-instrumentalist specialising in electric guitar, Jack is also an alumnus of the Collarts Music Performance degree, having graduated in 2014. He has been involved in the music industry for over 10 years, and coordinates his own corporate bands, providing high-end entertainment packages. He also works with various artists and also on his own original projects.

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Music Performance Playlist

Introducing some of our talented Music Performance students and alumni, each already carving out their place in the industry. From original releases to live shows and collaborative projects, they’re showcasing the skills and confidence they’ve built at Collarts.


The Collarts Experience

Experience life at Collarts through a vibrant creative community shaped by industry insight, cultural relevance and real-world learning—explore campuses, events and student life via Collarts Life. This ethos is embedded throughout our courses.

Student Life

Student life at Collarts mirrors real-world creative industries, offering a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where students learn alongside peers from across the creative spectrum. From hands-on projects to campus events, students are supported by dedicated wellbeing and academic services throughout their studies. Discover what student life at Collarts is all about and how it shapes your Bachelor experience via Student Life at Collarts.

From aspiring drummer to a full-time musician: our music performance alum’s story

Louis - Studio/Performing Drummer and Drum Tutor

"“Collarts did a really good job of linking the theory to the practice. So many parts of the course were so industry-based with lots of work experience opportunities and industry professionals explaining the ins and outs of the industry.”"

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