School Band Program

The Band program at Balgowlah North Public School is very comprehensive and enjoys a strong reputation. Currently we have three bands which cater for a range of musical abilities – training band, concert band 2 and concert band 1. Students are able to join the band program from the beginning of Year 3. We cater for a wide range of instruments such as flute, clarinet, saxophone, baritone, trumpets, trombone, bass guitar, and percussion.

The bands offer members a wealth of performance opportunities and collegial musical experience. Under the  guidance of our dedicated Band Director, Jock Heath and conductor Ben Dickson our bands perform in a variety of competitions and at a range of venues throughout the year. Professional musicians are invited to the school to share their expertise with the students and visits to and by other school bands are enjoyed by all students. We begin each year with a two day Band Camp which is enjoyed by all band members. A highlight of our school is the "Battle of the Bands" which is held in September each year. This competition draws bands from all through the lower Northern Beaches area and is growing in popularity and level of professionalism each year.

A parent Band Committee in collaboration with staff representatives, ensures the band program is run efficiently and effectively. Monthly meetings are held and everyone is welcome to attend.

Practice times:

Concert Band1:- Tuesday: 7:45am - 8:45 am

Concert Band 2:- Thursday: 7:45am - 8:45

Training Band:- Friday: 7:45am - 8:45 am

These band practice times are subject to change throughout the year.

Please contact Helen McNeil if you have any queries regarding the band program. Information pertaining to the band program can be found each week in the school newsletter.