Discovery Band
The Discovery Band is for people starting their musical adventure including those who have not previously played a band instrument (woodwind, brass and percussion) and may not yet read music.
Our progressive programme includes basic instrument tuition, reading and music theory.
With a new Discovery Band starting each year, group lessons start with the basics: putting the instrument together, producing a sound, reading music and playing in a group.
Within months the group has enough experience to present its first performance at one of the GKs regular concerts for an appreciative and supportive audience of family and friends.
The musical journey doesn’t stop there. Most Discovery Band members continue to improve, going on to join Explorer Band, Marching Band, Concert Band or Stage Band.
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The Golden Kangaroos Discovery Band is the starting place for people of all ages — from primary school students through to retirees — with no prior instrumental experience.
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If you would like to begin a musical journey and learn to play an instrument as part of a structured programme with others, Discovery Band is designed for you.
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A new cohort starts each year. Depending on timing and resources, we usually offer an instrument try-out session where, with the guidance of caring and supportive experts, participants discover which woodwind, brass or percussion instrument best suits them. Opportunities to rent, buy, or rent-to-buy instruments are available.
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Discovery Band follows a carefully designed programme that develops instrumental technique and music literacy together, with a strong emphasis on learning as part of a supportive group. ​
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Rehearsals: Monday night, 6.00–7.00pm
What Instruments Can I Learn?
Like our other ensembles, Discovery Band includes woodwind, brass and percussion instruments.
Woodwind: Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone
Brass: Trumpet, French Horn, Euphonium, Baritone Horn, Trombone, Bass Trombone, Tuba
Percussion:
Unpitched — snare drum, bass drum, cymbals, triangle, woodblocks, guiro, etc.
Pitched — mallet instruments (glockenspiel, xylophone, vibraphone), chimes, orchestral bells, timpani
Discovery Band members usually progress to the Explorer Band as their skills and confidence develop.
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