Sydney North Public Schools Band Program
The Sydney North Public Schools Band Program provides extension opportunities for talented musicians from public schools in Year 4 to Year 12. The program consists of two bands:
- SNPS Concert Band (music level – AMEB grade 3+)
- SNPS Symphonic Band (music level – AMEB grade 5+)
Membership is considered an addition to a student's participation in their school band program. It is an expectation that all students who are part of the Sydney North Public Schools Band Program remain a committed member of any music ensemble programs currently operating at their school. Students act as representatives of their school in this regional extension program.
2025 applications
Applications are now open for the 2025 ensembles. To apply, complete the SNPS Bands application form.
Applications close on Friday 15 November 2024.
New students to the SNPS Band Program
Students wishing to join the Sydney North Public Schools Band Program in 2025 will be invited to attend an audition on Saturday 23 November 2024 at Belrose Public School. Audition times will be emailed to parents and caregivers a week before the audition date.
Please read the audition requirements for each ensemble (links below) and choose the material that best suits your musical ability.
Ensemble details
Concert Band
Weekly rehearsals on Mondays from 5 pm to 6:30 pm at Belrose Public School
Conductor: Hayden Dalton
Cost: $450 [$225 per semester] (sibling discount available)
Symphonic Band
Weekly rehearsals on Wednesday from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at Belrose Public School
Conductor: Jennifer Power
Cost: $450 [$225 per semester] (sibling discount available)
For more information about the program, please email Jennifer Power.
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All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the Sydney North Public Schools Band Program, please email jennifer.s.power@det.nsw.edu.au so that we can assist.
