NSW Public Schools Symphonic Wind Orchestra (SWO)
The Symphonic Wind Orchestra (SWO) has a long history of achievement in state and national competitions. SWO tours to regional NSW providing opportunities for exchange experiences with local students and professional learning opportunities for teachers.
NSW Public Schools Symphonic Wind Orchestra (SWO) is an intermediate wind ensemble.
Membership is by audition and successful students become a member of their ensemble for one year. All students must re audition every year to become a member of a weekly instrumental ensemble.
Applications are now open
For further information and to apply for the NSW Public Schools Instrumental Ensembles, complete the following online application form.
Ensemble standards
- Approximate standard for our intermediate ensembles (SWO, Stage Band & String Sinfonia) is AMEB grade 4+
- Approximate standard for our advanced ensembles (SWE, Jazz Orchestra & Symphony Orchestra) is AMEB grade 6+
Rehearsal details
SWO rehearses on Monday afternoons, 4.30 pm to 7 pm at The Arts Unit, Lewisham
Annual cost
$450 per student
