Bandlink

Bandlink Western NSW

Region: Regional North and West Rural South and West | Dubbo
Years 3 to 12
Program Music
Tags: Brass, Percussion, Woodwind
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Led by professional tutors and experienced conductors, Bandlink Western NSW involves workshops consisting of large concert band and smaller tutorial sessions, bringing specialised skills to country NSW students from public schools. 

Bandlink caters for concert band instrumentalists (along with bass guitarists who read notation) of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Interested public school students from Years 3 to 12 are eligible to apply.

Teachers can register their bands to attend. For schools that do not have a band, students can apply independently.

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Enquiries

Cheryl Walker
Arts Coordination Officer
Wagga Wagga
cheryl.j.walker@det.nsw.edu.au
0428 550 202
Alison Buckley
Arts Coordination Officer
alison.m.hall@det.nsw.edu.au

Venue

Dubbo College Delroy Campus

East St
Dubbo West NSW 2830
Australia

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2026 workshops

1-day beginner workshop

Date: Wednesday 4 March (Term 1 Week 6)
Venue: Dubbo College Delroy Campus
Cost: $30 per student

3-day workshop (all skill levels)

Date: Wednesday 4 March to Friday 6 March 2026 (Term 1 Week 6)
Venue: Dubbo College Delroy Campus
Cost: $90 per student

  • Each student must make their payment to their school labelled Bandlink Western NSW workshop 2026. 
  • Each school will then be journaled through SAP for the payments after the event.
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What to bring

  • Musical instrument
  • Pencil
  • Instrument care kit, spare reeds, strings, valve oil, and so on, if appropriate to your instrument
  • Water bottle
  • Morning tea and lunch. Access may be available at the school canteen.

Please make sure that your belongings are clearly labelled with your name and that your instrument is in full working order.

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Bandlink Western NSW Dubbo 2025

A girl plays the saxophone in a school band, wearing a colourful jersey. Other band members are visible in the background, creating a focused and musical atmosphere.
A group of young students in school uniforms play flutes and trumpets in a hall. They appear focused and engaged during their band rehearsal.
Students in matching uniforms play clarinets indoors. They are seated in rows, focused, creating an atmosphere of concentration and teamwork in a gym-like setting.
A young musician plays a euphonium in a school band, wearing a colourful striped uniform. Rows of students and music stands create a focused atmosphere.
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A group of focused young musicians in a school band play trumpets in a hall, with sheet music in front. The setting is lively and energetic.
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All Arts Units programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in Bandlink Western NSW, please email cheryl.j.walker@det.nsw.edu.au so we can assist.