The St Ives High School Band Program has been created to give students the attention needed to build successful bands with performance and learning opportunities. To enter the program students pay a fee of $100 per term, payable at the beginning of each term. Students who participate in either band are invited to join the Music Tutorial program described on the previous page.

Selected students within the Band Program will have the opportunity of participating in both bands at no additional cost.

Concert Band

Year 7 to Year 12 who play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument. The band rehearses every Thursday afternoon after school under the direction of an experienced external Band Conductor. Performance opportunities for the Concert Band will also be made available throughout the year. Repertoire performed by the Concert Band consists of a mix of popular music, light classics and marches. Instrument hire is available.
Time:  Thursday, 3.30 – 5.00 pm in the Assembly Hall

Stage Band

Students in Concert Band may be invited to participate in Stage Band when spaces arise. Positions are open to students from all years by audition and invitation, but the Stage Band is predominantly a senior ensemble which performs for school functions and HSC exams. Students who are accepted into the stage band will be expected to continue in Concert Band. No additional fee will be charged for being in both bands.

The Stage Band is for students who have a demonstrated sense of jazz style and playing techniques.

Time: Fridays 7.45 – 8:45 am in C15.
For more information, contact Mrs S. Cooper, Music Dept: 9144 1689 extension 124