Well, I've survived my first couple of weeks of classes, and they're fantastic! I'm taking lessons, orchestra, flute class, woodwind masterclass, concert practice, and (my favorite) Romanticism and the Fantastic. The Conservatorium was built in 1916 and looks like a miniature castle.















The Conservatorium is right next to the Royal Botanical Gardens, and it's a great place to take a packed lunch (and also to play with the VERY friendly ducks!)















I'm getting to know Sydney quite a bit better. One of my flatmates is from Sydney and has a car and we drove across the Harbour Bridge (my first time!)














And here's a random sign that I found amusing and that accurately captures the Sydneysider lifestyle and environmental awareness!



















I'm off to the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve (near Canberra) for a volunteer weekend. Pictures to come soon!

Cheers!