Nationwide Ensemble Organisations

Australian Pipe Band Association

Represents pipe bands from around the country, with state branches. The Association runs the Australian Pipe Band College, which comprise music syllabi and adjucator's rules. Age range for participants: not stated

Style of music: pipe bands

Nature of program: tuition provided within each ensemble

More information: http://www.pipebands.asn.au/

Australian Pipe Band Community Website

A terrific resource for pipes and drums. A large number of ensembles are listed for NSW, less for others, and there are some states which have no listings at all. The information supplied by each ensemble is highly variable. Many groups do not have their own web pages. Most groups welcome learners and provide training and equipment. Age range for participants: not stated

Style of music: pipe bands

Nature of program: tuition provided within each ensemble

More information: http://www.australianpipebands.com/

musicteachers.mu - The Ultimate Music Teacher Directory & Resource

A nation-wide list of ensembles, mostly orchestras, grouped as Professional, Amateur, or Youth. Go to http://www.musicteachers.mu/mu/

Orchestras Australia

A listing of symphony orchestras both amateur and professional. The website has a list of members in each state. Information is provided only by links to each orchestraís website - and not all have websites. If you see the name of an orchestra that might be of interest but has no website, please contact the office for more details. More information: http://www.orchestrasaustralia.org.au/

pipeband.com

This is an international web resource that lists a number of Australian bands from various states, most of which are not also represented on the Australian Pipe Band Community Website. Age range for participants: not stated

Style of music: pipe bands

Nature of program: tuition provided within each ensemble

More information: http://www.pipeband.com/index.php?viewCat=85

Sing Australia

An organisation that promotes Australian composers and compositions through local community choirs. This site includes a listing of your local choir. More information: http://www.singaustralia.com.au