Workshops
Our latest workshops. If no times are listed, workshops can be made available upon request - email to enquire or follow us on Facebook to get latest events.
Songwriting & Performance Jan '26
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A small series of focused January workshops we’re running at Canberra Vocal Development. These are one-off intensives designed to give singers and songwriters targeted, high-impact coaching without the commitment of a full course. Places are intentionally limited to keep the work personalised and practical.
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Songwriting Workshops
These workshops are practical and skills-based, focusing on helping participants move an idea forward, not just “get inspired”.
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We’ll cover:
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Lyric craft and melodic development
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Chords, structure, and shaping ideas
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Tools to keep writing independently after the session
Teens Songwriting Workshop
Friday 16 January 2026
2:00–5:00 PM
$110 per person
Adults Songwriting Workshop
Saturday 17 January 2026
4:00–7:00 PM
$110 per person
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Performance Workshops
These sessions run in a masterclass format and include individual coaching (15–20 minutes per participant, depending on group size), with supportive group feedback.
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We’ll work on:
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Interpretation and emotional clarity
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Stage language, movement, and presence
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Connecting authentically with an audience
Adults Performance Workshop
Thursday 15 January 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
$90 pp | Limit: 6
Teens Performance Workshop
Friday 16 January 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
$90 pp | Limit: 6
Suitable for musical theatre, contemporary, and jazz performers.
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Bundle Offer
Participants who enrol in both a songwriting and performance workshop can attend both for $180 per person.
Gender-affirming Voice Training
6-week in-person course | Canberra (Macquarie Studio)
Next course starts Monday 16 February 2026
Weekly 10am–11:30am
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Empower your voice to reflect your authentic self.
This supportive, small-group program explores practical techniques for adjusting pitch, resonance, and tone to help you find a voice that feels right for you — whether your goal is voice feminisation, masculinisation, or gender-expansive expression.
Cost: $500 (6-week program)
Limited to 8 places for a personalised learning experience.​​​​
Sing Jazz
Focus on jazz musicianship as well vocal techniques to allow you to get that amazing jazz quality.
Sing with your instrument
Learn the necessary techniques needed to maintain healthy vocal technique while getting the most out of your instrument.
Instruments include but are not limited to guitar, piano and cello.
Audition techniques
Gain the necessary skills needed to prepare for your next audition.
Performance Practice
A workshop for those preparing for a performance and wanting to gain obsjective and constructive feedback on strengths and weaknesses.
Performance Anxiety
Whether you suffer from severe or mild performance anxiety, this workshop will benefit you.
Learn what your triggers are and develop techniques that will assist in overcoming your fears.
Movement for stage
Learn the fundemental skills needed to move swiftly and gracefully on stage.
Microphone Technique
Develop confidence with a microphone with the a comprehensice workshop on microphone technique for all styles.
Breathing for singing
Fastrack your singing learning journey. Learn the relevant anatomy as well how breathing translates into supporting the voice for singing.
The workshop is based on the Accent Method and can be used for singers, actors and persons who use their voices for a living.
Guest Masterclasses
Various masterclasses from experienced singers, performers and musicians.
Most masterclasses focus on a particular topic for example "Singing a Mozart Aria". Enquire to express your interest in attending one of these exciting events.