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
Singalongs, friendly atmosphere, mostly mature age participants. No experience needed.
with Shaun Danger
MONDAYS 5:30pm
A great introduction to playing in a Band. Tailored to beginners or participants learning multiple instruments. Great variety of repertoire.
with Janelle French
MONDAYS 5:30pm
MONDAYITIS
TREBLE MAKERS
TUESDAYs
Primary and High school-aged children. Minimum age 7yo. Singing and movement. No experience needed.
with Leisa Vaughan
TUESDAYS 5:00pm
JUNIOR CHOIR
SENIOR CHOIR
SINGING RECHOIRED
A community choir for adult participants, warm and friendly atmosphere. No experience needed. Open to everyone.
with Leisa Vaughan
TUESDAYS 6:15pm
Percussion Ensemble for beginner and intermediate players. A great way to master rhythm!
with Joshua Vadas
COUNT US IN
TUESDAYS 5:00pm
WEDNESDAYs
Free Guitar Ensemble for all levels and abilities. Located in Singleton, Senior Citizens Centre.
with Casey Smith
GUITAR SOCIETY
WEDNESDAYS 4:00pm
DRAMA
For those who love acting! School aged children.
with Marina Lee-Warner
JUNIOR
WEDNESDAYS 4:15pm
Intermediate - Advanced players, performing in concerts and ANZAC Day marches. Great variety of repertoire. Open to community.
with Janelle French
MBK SHIRE CONCERT BAND
WEDNESDAYS 4:45pm
A Saxophone and Rhythm Section Ensemble for intermediate - advanced players. Playing all the great familiar tunes!
with Janelle French
SAXOSPHERE
WEDNESDAYS 7:30pm
THURSDAYs
Flute Ensemble. A program tailored for individual participants, all levels welcome, however, AMEB Grade 3+ is best. Great variety of repertoire.
with Anna Rankmore
FLUTE SALAD
THURSDAYS 4:00pm
STRING ENSEMBLE
A minimum of AMEB Grade 4+ level is required for this String Ensemble. For those who love Classical music.
with Jennifer Kershaw
THURSDAYS 4:15pm
Percussion group, focusing on African instruments and doubling as music therapy.
with John Murphy
AFRICAN DRUMMING
THURSDAYS 5:30pm
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.
with Janelle French
ORCHESTRA
THURSDAYS 5:45pm
A small group that started out as a Woodwind quintet and since then has evolved and changed to include a variety of instruments.
with Janelle French
MOLTO AMICI
THURSDAYS 7:00pm
eXPLORE OUR Programs and Lessons
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.