Greater Western Sydney Public Schools Instrumental Music Program

Greater Western Sydney Public Schools Singers

Region: Metro Metro South and West | Rooty Hill
Years 5 to 12
Program Music
Tags: High potential and gifted (HPGE), Music, Vocal ensembles, Voice

Led by a team of experienced conductors and tutors, In 2026 the Greater Western Sydney Instrumental Music Program has expanded to include an opportunity for vocalists to extend their vocal and performance skills in a weekly ensembles.

This vocal ensembles is an open program available to NSW public school students in Years 5 to 12.

Enquiries

Michael Nolan
Singers conductor
St Marys Senior High School
Richard Sandham
Ensemble Coordinator and Conductor
Lily Ferres
Arts Coordination Officer
Phone
0460 924 458

Venue

Rooty Hill High School

54 North Parade
Rooty Hill NSW 2766
Australia

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Applications

Applications are now open. Students must complete the Greater Western Sydney Singers application form to participate in this program.

Applications close Friday, 27 March 2026 (Term 1 Week 9). Students will be notified of their acceptance by Thursday 2 April 2026 (Term 1 Week 10).

Schools will be asked to endose students applicaitons in Term 1 2026.

Cost

There is a participation fee of $150 (GST inclusive) to participate in the 2026 Greater Western Sydney Singers. This fee includes  provision of all music and access to expert tutorial staff.

This fee will be payable via The Arts Unit's student payment portal on acceptance into the ensemble. 

Students are encouraged to approach their school for financial assistance if required.

In addition, an ensemble performance shirt will be required to be purchased by each participating student if they do not already own one from the GWS Public Schools Instrumental Music Program.

Rehearsals

Thursdays 4:30–6 pm

  • Term 2, Weeks 1 to 10 
  • Term 3, Weeks 1 to 6

Venue: Rooty Hill High School

Creative team

Conductor: Michael Nolan

Accompanist: Kym Parrish

All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the Greater Western Sydney Public Schools Singers, please email [email protected] so that we can assist.