During its early days it was closely associated with opera diva Dame Nellie Melba, after whom it was later named.
Australia's famous diva, Dame Nellie Melba, was closely associated with the Conservatorium, teaching there from 1915 until her death in 1931.
Melba also offered private studio tuition through its Single Studies program, and short courses.
Students spent more than half of their course time in performance and/or studio related activities under the guidance of a small specialist staff.
On the closure of the Conservatorium, its assets were liquidated as a contribution to the capital base of the newly established Melba Opera Trust.