South Coogee PS Band Program

Our band program provides the opportunity for all students in Yrs 3-6 to learn a musical instrument and play in a band with their peers. We are very proud of our junior, intermediate and senior bands, which are an integral part of our school community.

We work closely with the school looking after all aspects of the program, including student experience and progression, logistics and administration, concerts and other performance events.

Our conductors and music tutors are coordinated by DIM and are highly regarded professionals who are passionate about spreading the joy of music. Every lesson and rehearsal is focused on engaging their students in positive learning, progression and achievement, and of course lots of fun!

• Beginners Only - No experience required
• Open to all students in Years 3-6
• Junior Band Rehearsal:  Tuesday, 7.45am arrival
• Tutorials: Thursday, after school

• 1+ years experience required
• Open to all students in Years 3-6
• Intermediate Band Rehearsal:  Wednesday, 7.45am arrival
• Tutorials: Thursday, after school

• 2+ years experience required
• Open to all students in Years 3-6
• Senior Band Rehearsal:  Thursday, 7.45am arrival
• Tutorials: Thursday, after school

Performance is an essential aspect of musical training, giving students the chance to develop their performing skills, while boosting self esteem and sharing our music with an audience. We participate in a range of formal and  informal performance opportunities at school, and within the local community throughout the year. 

• Playground Performances
• Open Rehearsals
• School Assemblies
• Hot Cross Buns Concert - Beginners Concert
• Winter Soiree
• End of Year Concert

Communication between our students, tutors and their families is key to making good progress and gaining a strong foundation. It's also an important way of knowing that we are all on the same page when it comes to linking home practise with what has been achieved during  lessons and rehearsals. 

• Emails
• Phone
• SMS

Our friendly DIM admin team are always happy to help. Give them a call with any questions and they'll be able to help you out

Musical ensembles are the same as any other team - commitment and team work is needed to succeed.  

• Home practise: at least 10-15 mins, 4-5 times per week. Routine is really important when it comes to music practise, so work it into your family schedule, just as you would a training session for sport, find a time that works and stick to it!
• Attendance at all lessons, rehearsals and performances is required.
• A minimum 1 year commitment is expected of all students when joining their school's program. This is because it takes time to make good progress when learning an instrument. It can be tempting to just 'quit' when things get a bit tricky, but we always recommend sticking with it as the results are worth it!

Musical skills are developed over time, and there is no instant gratification when it comes to learning such an intricate new skill. Patience and persistence, together with careful guidance brings great rewards.

• If your child attends after school care, please let us know as it may affect our lesson scheduling
• Click below to check out our FAQs page for more answers to all your questions
• All details are subject to change, and ensembles and lesson schedules rely on minimum number of students enrolled

We are excited to welcome our newest young musicians to our program! Once you're familiar with how our program works, and you have an idea of the instrument you'd like to play, submit your enrolment form and we'll get things moving so you're ready to get started!

1. Get familiar with how our program works. The information on this page is very thorough, so take your time and follow the links
2. Choose the instrument you'd like to play
3. Submit your enrolment form
4. We'll be in touch to confirm the details of your enrolment