Performance Calendar
All scheduled upcoming performances and events are displayed below. This calendar is the most reliable source of performance and event information such as dates, times, locations and people involved. To read about past performances and events follow this link to our Recent Events page.
Calendar items which feature the free event ticket symbol () are open to the general public and are free to attend. We look forward to families and friends supporting our talented students as they take to the stage to showcase their passion and hard work which makes our music program truly special.
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Upcoming Performances and Events
Sunday 30 March 2025
- All Day
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SIM Applications and Folios for entry into 2026 due
Week 9, Term 1
People involved:
Students and parents applying for the Special Interest Music program in 2026
Wednesday 2 April 2025
- 8:30 am – 10:00 am
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Lauren Henderson - Jazz Choir Workshop
Week 10, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Jazz Choir 1 - 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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Lauren Henderson Jazz Choir Workshop
Week 10, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Jazz Choir 2 - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Central Schools Ensembles & BSS Concert Band
Week 10, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Concert Band
Thursday 3 April 2025
- 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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SASPE Plus Percussion Workshop
Week 10, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Percussion Students - 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
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Vashti Tyrrell Big Band Workshop
Week 10, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Big Band 1
Monday 7 April 2025
- 9:00 am – 10:30 am
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Jamie Oehlers - Big Band 2 Workshop
Week 11, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Big Band 2 - 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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Jamie Oehlers - Big Band 1 Workshop
Week 11, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Big Band 1
Tuesday 8 April 2025
- All Day
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SIM Folios for entry into 2026 due
Week 11, Term 1
People involved:
Students and parents intending on applying for the Special Interest Music program - 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
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SIM Workshop and Aural Day for 2026
Week 11, Term 1
People involved:
Students and parents intending on applying for the Special Interest Music program - 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Jazz in the Quad
Week 11, Term 1
Tickets:
Free outdoor event – no ticket required
BYO chairs, food and drinks or purchase from Two Fat Blokes Pizza and ASAP Coffee
Ensembles involved:
Jazz Choirs 1 and 2
Big Bands 1 and 2
Fusion
Jazz Combo
Dixieland Band
Wednesday 9 April 2025
- 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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AdYO Percussion Ensemble
Week 11, Term 1
People involved:
Percussion students
Thursday 10 April 2025
- 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
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Strings Day
Week 11, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
String students - 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
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Vashti Tyrrell Big Band Workshop
Week 11, Term 1
Group(s) involved:
Big Band 2 - 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Strings Day - Concert
Week 11, Term 1
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
People involved:
String Ensembles
Thursday 24 April 2025
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Jazz Choir Rehearsal for GIJ
Week 2, Term 1 holidays
Ensembles involved:
Jazz Choir 1, Jazz Choir 2 - 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Big Band Rehearsal for GIJ
Week 2, Term 1 holidays
Ensembles involved:
Big Band 1, Big Band 2
Friday 25 April 2025
- 5:00 am – 7:00 am
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ANZAC Day Dawn Service
Week 2, Term 1 holidays
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
Brass Ensemble, Brightones, Bel Canto
Friday 2 May 2025 8:00 am – Sunday 4 May 2025 7:00 pm
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Generations in Jazz
Week 1, Term 2
Tickets:
Parents/caregivers/general public: https://www.generationsinjazz.com.au/tickets
Performing ensemble members are not required to purchase tickets
Ensembles involved:
Big Band 1, Big Band 2, Jazz Choir 1, Jazz Choir 2
Tuesday 6 May 2025
- All Day
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SIM Interviews for Year 7 entry in 2026
Week 2, Term 2
People involved:
Invited applicants – based on audition folio and workshop/aural results
Wednesday 7 May 2025
- All Day
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SIM Interviews for Year 7 entry in 2026
Week 2, Term 2
People involved:
Invited applicants – based on audition folio and workshop/aural results
Friday 23 May 2025
- 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Killarney Heights High School (NSW) visit
Monday 2 June 2025
- All Day
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Primary Schools Music Festival Auditions
Week 6, Term 2
Ensemble(s) involved:
TBA
Wednesday 4 June 2025
- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Winter Choral Concert
Week 6, Term 2
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
Co-curricular Choirs
Wednesday 11 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025
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Choral Eisteddfod
Week 7, Term 2
Tickets:
Details and pricing available at https://adelaideeisteddfod.com.au/
Ensembles involved:
All Choirs
Wednesday 11 June 2025 – Friday 13 June 2025
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Timothy Wayne-Wright - Artist in Residence
Week 7, Term 2
Ensembles involved:
Choirs
Wednesday 18 June 2025
- 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
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Showcase 1 (Years 7 and 9)
Week 8, Term 2
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
All Core/SIM students in Year 7 and Year 9 - 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm
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Showcase 1 (Years 8 and 10)
Week 8, Term 2
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
All Core/SIM students in Year 8 and Year 10
Saturday 21 June 2025
- 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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Symphony By The Sea
Week 8, Term 2
Tickets:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1365821
Ensembles involved:
Symphony Orchestra
Chamber Orchestra
Sinfonia
Stimson Wind Quintet
Rotary Solo Competition winners
Monday 7 July 2025 – Friday 11 July 2025
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South Australian Music Camp
Week 1, Term 2 holidays
Ensembles involved:
All interested students
https://www.samusiccamp.com.au/
Tuesday 12 August 2025 – Friday 15 August 2025
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ABODA Band & Orchestra Festival
Week 4, Term 3
Tickets:
Entry to the Festival is by gold coin donation at the door to the auditorium.
Ensembles involved:
TBC
Friday 29 August 2025
- 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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Music Spectacular - Intermediate Concert
Week 6, Term 3
Tickets:
TBA
Ensembles involved:
Beachfront Hub
Recorder Ensemble
Sinfonia
Brass Ensemble
Treble Choir
Fusion
Big Band 3
Percussion Ensemble 3
Percussion Ensemble 2
Flute Ensemble
Guitar Ensemble
Jazz Choir 2
Big Band 2
Tuesday 2 September 2025
- 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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Music Spectacular - Advanced Concert
Week 7, Term 3
Tickets:
TBA
Ensembles involved:
Symphony Orchestra
Concert Band
Brightones
Stimson Wind Quintet
Brighton Chamber Orchestra
Dixieland Band
Jazz Choir 1
Percussion Ensemble 1
Bel Canto
Jazz Combo
Concert Choir
Big Band 1
Monday 15 September 2025 – Thursday 18 September 2025
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Festival of Music
Week 9, Term 3
Ensembles involved:
TBA
Friday 31 October 2025
- 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Sunset Serenade
Week 3, Term 4
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
TBC
Wednesday 19 November 2025
- 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
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Showcase 2 (Years 7 and 9)
Week 6, Term 4
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
All Core/SIM students in Year 7 and Year 9 - 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm
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Showcase 2 (Years 8 and 10)
Week 6, Term 4
Tickets:
Free event – no ticket required
Ensembles involved:
All Core/SIM students in Year 8 and Year 10
Tuesday 25 November 2025
- 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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Valedictory
Week 7, Term 4
Ensembles involved:
Year 12 students
Friday 5 December 2025 3:25 pm – Wednesday 17 December 2025 11:00 am
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International Music Tour
Weeks 8-10, Term 4
Ensembles involved:
Music students and staff
