Join the Band. Rock Out.
Performance Programs for Kids & Teens
At Big Music in Crows Nest, young musicians don’t just learn songs — they join a real rock band, rehearse with professional coaches, and take the stage to perform live in front of an audience.
Our Performance Programs are designed to build confidence, teamwork, and musicianship — all while having serious fun making music with others.
You’ll join a cast of around 15 other keen young musicians, rehearsing each week with expert coaching from professional musicians, preparing for an epic show in front of a crowd of family and friends in our professionally fitted-out venue.
Big Music’s Band program is a unique opportunity for music-loving kids to get on stage and experience being in a high performance rock band.
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Junior Band Program (Ages 9–12)
For kids who’ve already started learning an instrument — guitar, drums, vocals, bass or keys — the Junior Band Program is the perfect next step. In weekly rehearsals, they’ll:
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Learn to play in sync with others
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Rehearse rock and pop classics as a team
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Develop stage presence and confidence
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Prepare for live performances in front of family and friends
No experience playing in a band is needed — just basic skills on an instrument and a passion for music.
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Teen Band Program (Ages 13–17)
Our Teen Band Program kicks things up a notch. It’s ideal for young musicians who are ready to:
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Hone their skills in a band setting
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Collaborate creatively with peers
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Perform regularly in live shows
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Push their musical boundaries with guidance from pro coaches
This program offers a taste of what it’s like to be in a real working band — with all the thrill of rehearsing, performing, and progressing together.
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Under 18 Band Programs
Season 2 2025 - May to August
Themes and Song Lists
Open for Registration - Enrol Now!
For more information and enrolments, submit the Band Program Enquiry Form or email info@bigmusic.com.au or call us on (02) 8622 6550.
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.
Under 18s Band Program Pricing
Weekly 2-hour band rehearsals - $80 per week
20% discount on Private Lessons for students enrolled in the Band Program