Welcome to Term 4...please mark the dates below into your calendars.
Friday 10 October - 2025 AGM & Family Night from 5.30pm - 9.00pm at the Warragul Country Club, 41 Sutton Street, Warragul.
Thursday 30 October - Youth Expressions Festival 6.00pm at the WGAC, Civic Place, Warragul.
Wednesday 12 November - 140th Concert Dress Rehearsal - timings to be confirmed but likely 6.00pm - 8.00pm at WGAC, Civic Place, Warragul.
Saturday 15 November - 140th Anniversary Year Celebrations Concert - details to be confirmed.
A huge thank you to everyone for your efforts. It's going to be a busy term and we really appreciate the effort made by all families to bring these amazing projects to fruition!
We will be looking for some parent volunteers as roadies and support during events.
Band Ready and Training Band Levels: New starters meet on Tuesday nights, while more experienced players practice on Monday nights.
Growing Community: We've successfully added many new members, with many encouraging friends to join.
Engaging Activities: Our "Come and Try" days have been a hit, attracting new members and sparking interest in music.
Exciting Performances: The program features end-of-term concerts and workshops with Orchestra Victoria and aims to reform a junior band for competitions.
Community Involvement: We participate in local events and collaborate with other Gippsland bands and schools for workshops and performances.
Long-term Goals: Our vision includes playing at state and national championships, building a robust junior band, and providing pathways to professional music groups.
The music education program is headed by Emma Nicholson, who hails from West Gippsland and has a rich background in music. A former bass trombone player with the Warragul Municipal Brass Band, she holds a degree in Music and Teaching from the University of Melbourne. Emma has previously taught at Warragul Regional College, enhancing her conducting prowess with various ensembles. In NSW, she worked at St Columba's Catholic College, improving their instrumental music program and collaborating with a local primary school on a band program, which participated in the Parramatta Diocese Captivate Performing Arts initiative. She aims to foster an all-inclusive music program for all skill levels and ages. Emma teaches music at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School and leads small ensemble programs in West Gippsland.
Join us in creating a vibrant musical community and fostering a love for music in Warragul. Whether you're a young musician or a supportive family member, there's a place for you in the Warragul Municipal Band Music Education Program. Contact Emma via: educationofficer@warragulband.org