Band Programs for All Ages
Whether you're an adult rekindling your love for music or a kid with dreams of rocking out on stage, Big Music’s Band Program is your chance to make it happen! Join a band, connect with fellow musicians, and experience the thrill of live performance.
For adults, our Band Program offers 2 hours each week of pure fun and escape from the daily grind. You’ll be placed in a band tailored to your style, and your setlist will be curated around a show theme. Coached by professional musicians with years of live experience, you’ll receive expert guidance on stagecraft, band dynamics, and more. Just learn your songs at home, take advantage of optional private lessons, and get ready to rehearse each week. In the final weeks, you'll hit the venue stage to prepare for an unforgettable performance for family and friends.
For kids and teens, our Junior and Teen Band Programs are designed to develop young musicians into fully-fledged rock stars. Over 15 weeks, you’ll rehearse with a group of passionate young musicians, working together to perfect your songs for a final performance on our professional stage. Along the way, you’ll be coached by top musicians and, from time to time, guest mentors from some of Australia’s leading bands.
The most talented and committed kids are offered the opportunity to join our Artist Development programs - the Young Guns and Bandits - where they get to tour and perform on big stages with leading artists
Big Music’s Band Programs are your chance to step into the spotlight and live your musical dream! Explore your band program options below.
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Band Program FAQS
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What is a the Band Program? The Band Program at Big Music is a unique rock and roll performance program where you'll join a cast of a themed Rock Show with other musicians, form bands and prepare for a live performance in front of friends and family at Big Music's own venue.
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How much experience do you need? To get the most out of the program, you need to be at Level 4 on Big Music's Player Evolution grading scale. There is no expectation that you will have ever played in a band before, but you do need a basic level of competency on your instrument. Guitarists must be able to play power chords and understand guitar tabs. Bass players and drummers must be able to play through an entire song confidently and understand tempo and rhythm. Keyboard players must be able to play through an entire song using both hands. Singers must be able to learn songs at home and perform them with a band without reading lyrics. That's about it!
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What will you get out of it it? A huge buzz, new friends and unforgettable memories! By joining the Band Program, you'll receive mentoring from highly experienced pro-musicians, improve your overall musicianship, access state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance facilities, meet other like-minded musicians, and experience playing in a live band in front of a real audience filled with your family and friends.
Greg B, Dec 2024
“... the 15 week program led by Gene was terrific. Gene pushed us when needed but kept it fun and collaborate all the way. The finale went off. We had a great night going on stage first and then we finished it off with the Band Aid Xmas song with both bands on stage. Fantastic. Was a blast."
Shaila, Dec 2024
" I can’t thank Gene (and all the coaches at Big Music) enough for their patience... I always feel supported and encouraged rather than rushed. Overall, I can’t fault a single aspect of this experience. Practicing at Big Music is the highlight of my week and I look forward to many more gigs like this!"
Justine J, May 2024
“I just wanted to thank you for an amazing band program... I’ve just finished my 9th rock show and, as usual, I had a ball and improved my skills and confidence. It was so great to see the Big Music community also come along to both shows on the weekend to support each other. Many people attended both nights because it’s a fun night out.”