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Join Dr Sharon Lierse for a 10-lesson course spanning Baroque to modern works, sharpening listening analysis, exam terminology, and insight for music exams. Austin Education has delivered Year 1–12 and UCAT tutoring across Melbourne since 2013, with online classes available Australia-wide.

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Music Appreciation Course

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Ausyouth Music — Most Comprehensive AMEB Music Theory Program in Australia

Unique Highlights

Our Unique Advantages

Most Comprehensive Curriculum in Australia - We offer a full progression from Grade 1 to 6, including Theory of Music and Musicianship streams
Expert Educators, AMEB Specialists - Our teaching team includes accredited musicians, Director/Head of Music at renowned schools
Proven Results, High Distinctions - Students regularly achieve A and A+ results with several receiving scholarships at prestigious private schools
Engaging, Student-Centred Pedagogy - Classes use colour-coded visuals, call-and-response exercises, and real-score analysis
Integrated Aural + Theory Support - We integrate aural training to help students connect notation with sound
Personalized Learning Paths - Tailored instruction to each student's needs, instrument background, and pace of learning
Practice & Feedback System - Weekly homework assignments with detailed written feedback on each submission
Flexible Delivery: In-Person + Online - Face-to-face classes, live Zoom sessions, weekly sessions or intensive holiday programs
Exam Strategy & Readiness Coaching - Dedicated exam preparation modules with simulated practice exams under timed conditions
Supportive Learning Community - Warm and collaborative environment with active parent-student communication

Music Appreciation Course

Instructor: Dr Sharon Lierse – Internationally Renowned Music Educator and Scholar

World-Class Instruction

  • Learn directly from Dr Sharon Lierse, a leading specialist in music education, with decades of experience in both performance analysis and pedagogy
Course Feature Background

Integrated Historical & Stylistic Study

  • Students will engage with key composers, styles, and representative works across the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods
  • Deepening both theoretical knowledge and interpretative insight
Course Feature Background

Exam-Focused Content

  • Supports General Knowledge and Stylistic Understanding for Grade 8 / Certificate of Performance / AMusA / LMusA
  • Prepares students for VCE written exam (Unit 3 & 4 Section A & B) through structured music analysis and listening skills
Course Feature Background

Critical Thinking & Cross-Cultural Perspectives

  • The course encourages deeper reflection on the meaning and context of music
  • Fostering independent analysis and confidence in verbal and written expression
Course Feature Background

Course Overview

Course Structure

Comprehensive Music History Study

  • 10 lessons, 60 minutes each
  • Delivered in small group format (online delivery)
  • Bridges key periods of Western music history with in-depth stylistic and cultural understanding

Course Content

Topics Include

  • Overview of major music history periods (Baroque to 20th Century)
  • Study of influential composers and landmark works
  • Music analysis (form, texture, style, instrumentation)
  • Cultural and historical contexts
  • Writing strategies and terminology usage for high-level exams

Who This Course Is For

Target Students

  • Students preparing for AMEB Grade 8 / Certificate of Performance / AMusA / LMusA
  • VCE Music students leading to Unit 3 & 4 Repertoire Performance
  • Intermediate to advanced instrumental students seeking deeper musical understanding and analysis skills

Related Courses

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 1-6 Holiday Program

VCE Music Repertoire Performance & VCE Music Contemporary Performance Unit 1 & 2

VCE Music Repertoire Performance & VCE Music Contemporary Performance Unit 3 & 4