Sub-Committee Profile - Band

President/Chairperson: Wendy Heinrich
Treasurer: Steven Longe
Committee Members:

Our Conductors: Mark Strykowski (aka Mr S)

The Bands : The school currently has 2 Bands - Training and Performance.

Benefits of Being in A Band

• Fantastic experience for the children
• Learn to play an instrument
• Encourages teamwork & commitment
• Strong & lasting friendships can be made here
• Children can raise their self esteem & achieve personal goals
• Band Camps!
• Performances in school and outside of school

OUR SUCCESSES

• Yamaha Eisteddfod
• McDonald Performing Art Festival
• Dural Eisteddfod

Who Can Join

Any child who is in Year 3 or over can join. Some instruments are available to hire through the band. No previous experience is necessary or expected, however private tuition is a necessity once accepted into the band programme.

Practice Times

Performance Band Monday and Thursday Mornings 7.30am - 8.45am
Training Band Tuesday Mornings 7.30am - 8.45am

Band Program Handbook

 

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