St Joseph's Narrabeen Band Program
ABOUT THE ST JOSEPH'S BAND PROGRAM
All students from Years 2-6 are invited to play a band instrument and join the school band.
SOME OF THE MANY BENEFITS OF BEING IN THE JOEYS BAND
- IT IS SO MUCH FUN!
- Playing, performing and making new friends with children in other classes and years across the school
- We perform at our school events
- We perform at fun events in the area- Warringah Mall performances and Northern Beaches Festival
- We have Workshop Days and rehearsals with other school bands in the area
- We perform with other schools in the Diocese
- We receive special awards
THE BENEFITS OF PLAYING AN INSTRUMENT
All children have the potential to learn an instrument and enjoy the enormous benefits this brings. Studies have shown that children who learn music are advantaged academically, physically and emotionally.
- It improves brain function
- It helps develop self-confidence
- Requires teamwork
- It enhances focus and teaches discipline
- It improves emotional wellbeing
- It improves social skills
COSTS
1. Registration/Band Kit Fee: $69 on initial registration into the program
2. Band Rehearsals: $225 per term
3. Lessons: Private Lessons $495 per term OR Pair Lessons $370 per term
4. Instrument: either purchase, hire or borrow
We can set up instalment plans to make learning an instrument and joining the band accessible to all. Please enquire for more information.
COMMITMENT
- All students attend Band rehearsals one morning before school each week. (Currently Wednesdays)
- All students attend a private lesson once per week either with an external teacher outside of school or with a MusicLinks tutor onsite during the school day.
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
MusicLinks offer private lessons on-site at school during the school day. It is compulsory to have private lessons however you can choose whether to have lessons with MusicLinks or with your own external tutor.
* Private Lessons (with a MusicLinks Tutor on-site at school):
Term Payment: $495
or
* Pair Lessons: (if available and with a MusicLinks Tutor on-site at school):
Term Payment : $370
* All fees are inclusive of gst
* there is an option to pay via monthly instalments- please enquire if you would like this option.
*please note term private lesson fees are based on a standard 10 week term where we have 9 lessons plus a make up lesson week. Shorter and/or longer terms are charged pro-rata
We accept Creative Kids vouchers
Instrument Hire
We can assist you in accessing instruments for hire from around $10 per week.
Click here to find out more about instrument hire
Instrument 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
Instruments
St Joseph's 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
To view band instruments please click here.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
It's as easy as 1 2 3.............
- Decide which instrument you would like to play:
- have a look at this clip which introduces all the band instruments and decide which one excites you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QR3w3S5-7Zo&t=4m34s
2. Enrol via our website:
3. Receive confirmation from MusicLinks via email which will include helpful information about acquiring an instrument ready for your first lesson.
If you have any questions about the program, our tutors, lessons, instruments or band please call or email our office via the details below. We are happy to answer all your questions and set you on the right path.