Join Parramatta City Band
Thinking about joining, or picking up your instrument again? Here's what you need to know: when and where we rehearse, what standard we play at, and how to find the right band for you. We're a friendly community band with high standards, and we compete in B Grade. We were NSW B Grade Champions in 2025.
The details
- WhenThursday nights, 7:30–10pm
- WhereHarry Todd Band Hall, Jubilee Lane, Parramatta
- GradeB Grade (NSW B Grade Champions 2025)
- Suggested playing levelWe compete at B Grade level, so it suits players who are comfortable reading band music and keeping up with a full rehearsal. We're always looking to improve, so if you're keen but a bit rusty after time away, come along and give it a go. If you'd like to build up first, Lennox Brass is the perfect bridge.
Which band is right for me?
| Detail | Lennox Brass | Parramatta City Band |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Our development ensemble | Our main competing band |
| When | Thursday, 6–7pm | Thursday, 7:30–10pm |
| Where | Harry Todd Band Hall, Jubilee Lane, Parramatta | Harry Todd Band Hall, Jubilee Lane, Parramatta |
| Playing level | Beginners and returning players | Comfortable reading band music and keeping up with a full B Grade rehearsal. Keen but rusty players welcome to give it a go |
| Cost | $50 a year, including tuition | Please ask us |
| Instrument hire | Optional, $100 a year | Please ask us |
| Good for | The bridge into the main band. Build skills and confidence first | Players ready for B Grade performing and contesting |
| Come and try | Always welcome, any Thursday | Get in touch and we'll help you get started |
Returning after a break?
You're not alone, and you're very welcome. Lots of players come back to brass after years away.
- Not sure where your playing is at? That's fine. Tell us a bit about your experience and we'll help you work out which band suits you.
- Want to ease back in? Lennox Brass is a relaxed way to rebuild your skills and confidence before moving across to the main band.
- Ready to dive in? Get in touch and we'll talk you through joining the main band.
Come and say hello
Have a question, or want to let us know you're coming? Send us a message and we'll get back to you.