Music and film courses
Music and film courses. Enhance your appreciation of music and film with our expert-led courses.
COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses online and in-person. Please check the delivery format of each class before enrolling.
Please note that course materials (excluding prescribed texts) are shared electronically within 48 hours of course commencement. Printing is not available.
Music and film are two of the most popular and enduring art forms in the world, and their cultural significance cannot be overstated. Whether you’re a music or film aficionado looking to deepen your appreciation and understanding of these art forms, or simply someone who wants to broaden your cultural horizons, our Music and Film appreciation courses are the perfect place to start.
We offer a range of courses designed to help you appreciate and understand the great works of music and film. Led by expert presenters, our courses provide context and insight into the biographical, historical, and social significance of these enduring works, helping you to deepen your understanding and appreciation of them.
Whether you’re interested in exploring the world of classical music, discovering the art of film storytelling, or simply learning more about the cultural and artistic impact of these art forms, our Music and Film appreciation courses have something for everyone.
So why wait? Enrol in one of our courses today and start exploring the world of music and film. Our courses are open to everyone, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to enrich your understanding and love of these highly accessible art forms. Learn about music and film in Sydney with music and film courses from the University of Sydney – your premier provider of short courses in Sydney and online.
Music of the Fin de Siècle Course: 1877-1883
A History of World Cinema Course with David Stratton
Movies Now Course: Your Movie Club
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<p>This unique and popular movie appreciation course is like having your own private movie club. In its 17th
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| Wed 5 Apr 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 12 Apr 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 19 Apr 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown |
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<p>This unique and popular movie appreciation course is like having your own private movie club. In its 17th
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Wed 3 May 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 10 May 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 17 May 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 24 May 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 31 May 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown | |
| Wed 7 Jun 2023 | 6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Cinema 7 - Dendy Cinemas Newtown |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Music Appreciation Course: A History of Classical Music
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<p>How do the great composers fit into history? How are they influenced by their times, and how do they
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Wed 3 May 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 10 May 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 17 May 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 24 May 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 31 May 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 7 Jun 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 14 Jun 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) | |
| Wed 21 Jun 2023 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Great Composers Course: Beethoven
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<p>For two hundred years, Beethoven’s music has spoken to us and moved us in ways no previous composer had
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| Sat 17 Jun 2023 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 201 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Exploring Music Course: Understanding the Concerto
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<p>What is a concerto? Since the 17th century, the concerto has been one of the most popular genres of
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| Sat 5 Aug 2023 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Documentary Course: Introduction to Producing and Directing
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<p>Before making a great documentary, journalists and filmmakers need to grasp the basics. Documentary
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| Thu 14 Sep 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 21 Sep 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 28 Sep 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 5 Oct 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 12 Oct 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 19 Oct 2023 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Exploring Music Course: Understanding the Symphony
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<p>What is a symphony? For more than two centuries the symphony has represented the summit of a composer’s
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| Sat 21 Oct 2023 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Music in the German Lands Course: 1828-1843
Music in the German Lands Course: 1843-1865
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