ASBOF 2021
We previously announced that the 2021 Festival would be held exclusively online, however, recent changes to in-venue conditions have opened up the possibility of a live event.
We are currently in discussions with our regular venues to see if conditions have eased enough for us to begin scheduling a live event.
Why Enter ASBOF ONLINE 2021?
- Give the students an authentic performance opportunity
- Each ensemble receives an audio recording of the adjudication/feedback on their performance from our panel of internationally renowned music educators
- Take the opportunity to benchmark your ensemble against similar music programs from schools across Australia and international schools
- An option to receive a Gold, Silver, or Bronze award plaque from the prestigious Australian School Band and Orchestra Festival
- Take the opportunity to have your performance included in the official streaming of the ASBOF Online 2021 event
- Check out what other schools are doing from around Australia and across the globe
- Have fun while you learn!
The ASBOF is a non-competitive event which has education as its focus.
ENTRY OPTIONS
Adjudication Only: Starts from $140.00
In addition to being a part of our curated online streamed event your ensemble will receive an audio adjudication of your performance from a member of our internationally acclaimed adjudication panel. This adjudication recording will be uploaded to our secure site for the Music Director to access via their school login.
Adjudication PLus Trophy – Gold, Silver, or Bronze Award Plaque: Starts from $165.00
In addition to receiving the adjudication your ensemble can request to be awarded a GOLD, SILVER, or BRONZE rating. A PARTICIPATION plaque can also be requested for ensembles which simply want to commemorate their participation in the event. An ASBOF official plaque will be posted to your school for presentation and display.
ENTRIES CLOSE: TBA
UPLOAD DATE: TBA
About the Festival
The Australian School Band and Orchestra Festival is open to all school wind, brass, and big bands, string ensembles and orchestras from across the planet and is held annually throughout July and August.
We cater for ensembles of all ability levels and, with over 10,000 students performing at our event each year, we are one of the most significant music education events in Australia.
So, whether your ensemble is newly formed or has been playing for years, get on board and join the fun of the Festival. Read about us on this site or contact us for further information to find out how you can be involved in the most inspirational event on the Australian school music calendar.
Festival News, Views and Events
Music Educators Now Working Remotely
Things are moving pretty quickly in the age of Covid 19. ASBOF General Manager, Pat Devery, looks at tips some of our leading music educators have for MDs as they prepare for working in the online 'remote' environment.
Schools Working to Support Music Educators
As schools around the country prepare for inevitable closures, ASBOF General Manager, Pat Devery, takes a look at what schools are currently doing to support their Music Directors and tutors and explores some practical advice for when we do enter the remote teaching space.
Sydney Music Educators Conference 2020
Dr Anita Collins heads a stellar lineup of presenters at this year's SYDNEY MUSIC EDUCATORS CONFERENCE. ASBOF, in association with ABODA NSW, present the most practical PD program a Music Director could hope to attend. DATES: WED 15 - Fri 17 July. Presenters will also include: Dr Peter Boonshaft, Dr John Lynch, Steve Williams, Paul Vickers, John Morrison, Mandy Boonshaft, and more - REGISTER NOW
Richard Gill – Still Inspiring Us
Twelve months ago the Festival lost its Patron and Australian lost a national treasure. Pat Devery presents a Tribute to Richard Gill
Festival Background
Festival Background
The first School Band Festival was organised by the Band Association of NSW in 1962. Held at Chatswood Oval, eight brass bands initially took part and marching was compulsory.
Our Patron
Our Patron
Dr Anita Collins is an award-winning educator and researcher in music education and its impact on brain development and is known for her role as onscreen expert in the ABC documentary Don’t Stop the Music.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
The Australian School Band and Orchestra Festival (NSW School Band Festival Ltd) is company limited by guarantee and is registered as a tax deductible entity on the Register of Cultural Organisations
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