NSW Department of Education and Training: The Arts Unit

Instrumentalists

The Millennium Marching Band has places available for woodwind and brass players on the following instruments:Millennium Marcing Band

  • Flute/Piccolo
  • Clarinet
  • Alto and Tenor Saxophones
  • Trumpet
  • Horn
  • Trombone
  • Euohonium/Baritone
  • Tuba

What Skills Do I Need

Millennium Marching Band

There is no pre-requisite AMEB/Suzuki/Trinity exam levels required in order to become a member of the Millennium Marching Band. You don't have to be a virtuoso - in fact we've had students join who have been playing their instrument less than 12 months! You'll be surprised how quickly your playing improves by being a member of the Band and working with our great tutorial staff.

What If I Don't Play A Marching Band Instrument

If your instrument is not on the list above - don't worry! You can still become a member of the marching band. Why not think about picking up a second instrument? If you can already readMillennium Marching Band music, then half the work is already done. Our talented staff will gladly help you learn what you need to know. Why not think about joining the percussion section? There's lots of options available to you. Give the Marching Band Co-ordinator a call on 02 8512 1162 to talk about your needs.

What If I Don't Have An Instrument

While most players will need to supply their own instrument, the Millennium Marching Band supplies specialist marching instruments for all horn players and tuba players (they're fibreglass - nice and light!!). Marching brass instruments areMillennium Marching Band supplied free of charge. A limited range of other instruments are also available for hire from The Arts Unit at competitive prices. We'll also work with you to find an instrument if all else fails.

 

There's really no reason why anyone can't become a member of the Millennium Marching Band. Simply download the Application Form by using the link below and lodge the completed form by the due date. That's all there is to it - do it today!

 

2009 Millennium Marching Band Application Form [.pdf, 61 KB]


Contact

Elizabeth Scott

Regional Arts Coordinator

Ph: 02 8512 1187

Fax: 02 9569 6878
send email

 

OR

 

Sue Hill

Millennium Marching Band Support Officer

Ph: 02 8512 1185

Fax: 02 9569 6878
send email

2009 Calendar

20 - 23 January 2009
January Training Camp
Cumberland High School

21 - 22 February 2009
February Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

21 - 22 March 2009
March Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

24 - 26 April 2009
April Rehearsal and ANZAC Day Parade
Cumberland High School

16 - 17 May 2009
May Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

6 - 8 June 2009
10th Anniversary Band Birthday celebrations
Venues TBC

23 - 26 June 2009
Festival Of Instrumental Music (percussion only)
Sydney Opera House

11 - 12 July 2009
July Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

15 - 16 August 2009
August Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

19 - 20 September 2009
September Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

17 - 18 October 2009
October Rehearsal
Cumberland High School

23 - 28 November 2009
Schools Spectacular Rehearsals and Performances
Sydney Entertainment Centre