Macarthur has an extensive Band Programme. The focus is to engage students at every stage of their musical development, from the Years 3 to Year 6 Instrument Programme all the way through to the advanced levels of performance. The Band Programme is designed to support and extend each and every student at their specific level of skill and to provide many exciting performance opportunities locally, nationally and internationally.
Years 3 to Year 6 Band Programme
For many band students this is the first ensemble experience. Students benefit from being tutored in small instrument sectionals and enjoy a fun selection of music to engage and maintain their enthusiasm for playing their chosen instrument.
Junior Band
The Junior Band caters for students commencing their musical studies. Students in Years 3 to Year 6 are encouraged to play and perform in a context which is suited to their level of skill. The Junior Band nurtures students in the early stage of their musical development and prepares students to transition to the Concert Band.
Concert Band
The Concert Band is a large ensemble for students in Years 7 to Year 12. This ensemble explores a variety of repertoire of an intermediate and advanced standard.The Concert Band performs regularly at major events in the life of the School.
Stage Band
Stage Band is for selected students in Years 9 to Year 12 who have reached an advanced level on their chosen instrument. These students enjoy performing jazz-style repertoire and get to express their creativity through improvisation.