Flute

The flute is the highest member of the woodwind family. The initial stages of learning the flute can be quite challenging compared to other instruments however once this hurdle is achieved it is a very enjoyable instrument. Flautists often play the melody line in concert bands

Tenor Saxophone

The tenor saxophone is a larger and lower instrument than the alto saxophone and requires a larger hand stretch.

Clarinet

The clarinet is a woodwind instrument. The clarinet is much needed in a concert band and most bands have many more clarinets than other instruments. It is relatively easy to get started on and enjoys some great melodic parts.

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar is quite an easy instrument to learn and provides a great support to the bass line of the ensemble.

Alto Saxophone

The alto saxophone is a relatively easy instrument to progress quickly on.It is played in both concert bands and jazz bands. It is also a woodwind instrument.

Trumpet

The trumpet is the highest instrument in the brass family. It provides a wonderfully strong and vibrant melody line in many concert band ensembles.



Euphonium/Baritone

The Baritone is essentially just a more compact version of the Euphonium, which sounds a little closer to a trombone.
The Euphonium is for most students, the easiest brass instrument to play. It’s sound is deep, rich and warm.

Keyboard

Keyboard is a versatile instrument and can be a great addition to the concert band. 

Tuba

Tuba is the lowest member of the brass family and is a very important part of the concert band. It is lots of fun to play and relatively easy despite its size.

Trombone

Trombone is a wonderful instrument to learn. It provides a strong bass line for the band and is lots of fun.

Percussion

Percussionist learn to play many instruments including;
Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Timpani, Cymbals, Auxiliary Percussion (Triangle, Tambourine etc) and Drum Kit. Good Percussionist also learn Mallet Percussion (Xylophone, Glockenspiel etc)

2026 Band Fees

1) Band Registration:

* 1st year in the program: $69

* Subsequent years:  $33

2) Band Rehearsals Term Payment: $225

* All fees are inclusive of gst

* there is an option to pay via monthly instalments- please enquire if you would like this option.

2026 Private Lesson Fees

*  Private Lessons:

 $55 per 30 minute lesson

*  Pair Lessons: (if available)

$41 per 30 minute lesson

Rehearsal and Lesson schedule

2026 Band Rehearsals:

Junior Band: Wednesdays 3.00-3.30pm

Senior Band:Wednesdays 3.00-4.00pm

Private Lessons:

Students attend a private lesson once per week with a MusicLinks tutor onsite during the school day.

Instruments

Corpus Christi has several instruments available for use for students in the school band for little or no hire fee. Enquire via the MusicLinks office.

We can assist you in accessing other instruments for hire from around $10 per week

Instrument Hire or Purchase

Cost is dependant on the instrument and whether new or pre-owned.

The following is general advice in respect of purchasing an instrument: 

• Shop around – prices vary substantially. 

• Ensure you are purchasing a trusted/failsafe brand. Cheaper brands often result in constant repair costs, are difficult to play and worst of all – are out of tune! Also, the more well-known brands, specifically Yamaha and Jupiter and Pearl, have much better re-sale value. 



Percussion Mallet pack (percussionists only)

$169 View here