Music

Bands

Intermediate Concert Band

Monday & Wednesday mornings
7.40 -8.40am
Conducted by K. Evanoff

The intermediate concert band is for junior school students who have learnt an instrument in their Primary schools concert bands and for beginners. There is no audition necessary to be in this band, but students will be expected to practice their music and have weekly instrumental lessons. Music is of a level 2-3 standard and is tailored to the standards of the ensemble.

Students can audition for the Advanced Concert Band if places become available throughout the year. There may be places available on instruments other than a student primary instrument, e.g. Baritone saxophone or Tuba and students will have an opportunity to audition for these.

Advanced Concert Band

Thursday & Friday mornings
7.25-8:30am
Conducted by Mark Pinner.

Advanced Concert Band is by audition only and usually features advanced students in the senior years and some advanced junior students. Students must show a strong commitment to the ensemble in terms of attendance and performance standard. Music is of a level 3-4 standard and must be learnt outside of the rehearsal time with their tutors and home practice.

Stage Band

Tuesday afternoon
2.30-3.30pm
Conducted by Mr Gerald Steinmann - admission by audition or invitation

Students in the Advanced Concert Band have the opportunity to join the Stage Band. The band gives many concerts both locally and at jazz festivals around NSW, often with the Concert Band. The ensemble is run by renowned local musician, Gerald Steinmann.

Students in Stage Band must also be committed members of the Concert Band and must attend all Concert Band rehearsals. Yr 11 & 12 students are allowed to negotiate their attendance to one rehearsal of Concert Band per week due to their increased study load provided they attend these rehearsals and concerts.