Ensembles & Groups
Hunter Regional Conservatorium offers a diverse range of ensembles and groups, catering to musicians of all ages and skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician seeking collaborative opportunities, our ensembles provide a welcoming and enriching environment to make music together.
Ensemble music making not only enhances the musical piece but also fosters a sense of community and shared enjoyment amongst the musicians.
MONDAYs
THE UKULELE GROUP MONDAYS 5:30pm Level: Beginner
Singalongs, friendly atmosphere, mostly mature age participants. No experience needed.
MONDAYITIS MONDAYS 6:00pm Level: Beginner
A great introduction to playing in a Band. Tailored to beginners or participants learning multiple instruments. Great variety of repertoire.
TUESDAYs
JUNIOR CHOIR TUESDAYS 5:00pm Level: All
Primary and High school-aged children. Minimum age 7yo. Singing and movement. No experience needed.
COUNT US IN TUESDAYS 5:30pm Level: Beginner
Percussion Ensemble for beginner and intermediate players. A great way to master rhythm!
SENIOR CHOIR TUESDAYS 6:150pm Level: All
A community choir for adult participants, warm and friendly atmosphere. No experience needed. Open to everyone.
WEDNESDAYs
JUNIOR FLUTE ENSEMBLE WEDNESDAYS 1:00pm Level: Beginner
Currently only on offer in Scone Public School. Tailored to primary school-aged children and those continuing on from SPS Year 4 Band.
FREE GUITAR ENSEMBLE WEDNESDAYS 4:00pm Level: All
Free Guitar Ensemble for all levels and abilities. Located in Singleton, Senior Citizens Centre.
SAXOPHONE ENSEMBLE WEDNESDAYS 7:00pm Level: Intermediate/Advanced
A Saxophone and Rhythm Section Ensemble for intermediate - advanced players. Playing all the great familiar tunes!
MBK SHIRE CONCERT BAND WEDNESDAYS 7:30pm Level: Intermediate
Intermediate - Advanced players, performing in concerts and ANZAC Day marches. Great variety of repertoire. Open to community.
SENIOR FLUTE ENSEMBLE THURSDAYS 4:00pm Level: All
THURSDAYs
A program tailored for individual participants, all levels welcome, however, AMEB Grade 3+ is best. Great variety of repertoire.
JUNIOR STRING ENSEMBLE THURSDAYS 4:15pm Level: up to AMEB Grade 3
Junior String Ensemble requiring a level of AMEB Preliminary - Grade 3 with minimum tuition of 18 months.
SENIOR STRING ENSEMBLE THURSDAYS 4:15pm Level: AMEB Grade 4+
A minimum AMEB Grade 4+ required for this String Ensemble. For those who love Classical music.
HRC’s most advanced group of musicians. Open to community, however, AMEB Grade 4+ is required. Join the Orchestra and play alongside our teachers and other talented musicians from our local community.
HRC ORCHESTRA THURSDAYS 5:45pm Level: AMEB Grade 4+ Conducted by Janelle French
MOLTO AMICI QUINTET THURSDAYS 7:00pm Level: Advanced Directed by Janelle French
A small group that started out as a Woodwind quintet and since then has evolved and changed to include a variety of instruments.
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Whether you’re a beginner or looking to hone your musical or performing arts skills, HRC provides a variety of tuition options — from individual or group lessons, to in-school programs. Learn to play an instrument, develop your singing voice or engage in drama with guidance and support from talented educators.