Dear Band & Orchestral Directors, The NSW chapter of the Australian Band & Orchestral Directors Association (ABODA), in conjunction with the Devirra Group, would like to invite you to our […]
In 2014, former ABODA NSW President Garry Clark gave a tribute speech acknowledging Professor Nowak’s contribution to Australian Music Education over the last thirty years. Below is a transcript of […]
The history of Big Band music dates back to the mid 1920’s with the likes of bandleaders Paul Whiteman and Ted Lewis. This was the start of the dance bands […]
An evening with Dr John Lynch Join the ABODA NSW community and Dr John Lynch for a relaxed an informative evening on Thursday 23 April. Topics covered will include: Pathways to Excellence: […]
Are you a band conductor standing in front of an orchestra or perhaps an early career string player and ensemble director? If so, then this workshop on String Pedagogy is […]
Have you ever wondered:- Is blow testing a a good idea? Which band method to choose and why? How do I grow Tuba players( […]
FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER, 6-8pm, Newington College Music Centre Booking via Trybooking.com – http://www.trybooking.com/DRII Free for members $50 for non-members – why not consider joining ABODA for $75 which includes free entry […]
Quality One of my main professional aims is to have an ever-developing perspective on the growth of music students. Since 2009, I’ve had the great fortune to be involved in […]
“The first thing I do is tune the band!” That’s what most band directors do – but what does that mean? Everyone plays a Bb (that’s not so good for […]
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