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Who doesn’t love to sing? Singing is one of the most accessible and joyful ways in which we can make music together.

Our choirs cover everything from contemporary to classical ensemble singing. Participants learn to sing in harmony, whatever the genre and to take part in performances throughout the year.

Our Children’s Choir is for school students (generally aged between 6-12 years), and will focus on vocal tone, a developmental sight reading program and unison and part singing.

There is also our non-auditioned community choir the Conchords, and for the more experienced singer the WollCon Chamber Choir.

Our latest addition is our Friday Morning Singing Group, for seniors, people living with dementia, carers and for anyone else who just loves singing but may not feel confident, or who may need some support to attend.

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Children’s Choir

DAY & TIME
Thursday from 4pm-5pm

AGE GROUP
Ages 6 - 12

FEE

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LEADER

Alison Claire Robertson
Our Children’s Choir is for school students (generally aged between 6-12 years), and will focus on vocal tone, a developmental sight reading program and unison and part singing.

Participants will experience a fun, engaging and uplifting environment as they explore a broad repertoire of original and known songs, suited to the vocal range of the students.

The choirs will perform locally throughout the year.

Application is by audition or invitation.

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Small Group Vocal Jazz Combo (Hummingbirds)

For really small, close harmony group singing check out Jazz Vocal Combo in our Small Group Lessons.

Small Group Lessons

The Conchords

DAY & TIME
Tuesday 6.30pm-8:00pm

AGE GROUP
Ages 18+

FEE

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LEADERS

Alison Robertson
WollCon’s Community Choir The Conchords is a weekly dose of all the happy hormones that come from community, connection and joining together in song! The focus is on a positive rehearsal atmosphere that encourages each member to let their voice ring, and to feel comfortable stretching themselves across a range of material that embraces pop and gospel tunes to jazz, folk and musical theatre in a safe, supportive and joyful space.

The Conchords regularly perform at WollCon events and arrangements are provided along with practice tracks.

This is an un-auditioned community ensemble.

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WollCon Chamber Choir

Following the success of the 2022 Wollongong Messiah Choir, participants are continuing as a large chamber choir. The Choir will be for more experienced singers who enjoy singing classical choral repertoire, and choral arrangements of songs.  It is anticipated that the Choir will sing in performances in and around Wollongong as well as taking advantage of opportunities to join other larger performances.

The Choir meet on Thursday evenings between 6:30pm and 8:30pm.

If you would like to be considered for future positions, please email [email protected]

 

Friday Morning Singing Group (Bushlarks)

Our Friday Morning Singing Group (which we have named the Bushlarks), started early 2024 and quickly became a warm, friendly, fun morning of singing with others. We would love more people to join us!

This is a great chance for anyone who just loves singing but may not feel confident, or who may need some support to attend.

We sing with no pressure, just passion!

Please see our pricing and fees page HERE for updated pricing for you and your support person (if needed). This includes tea/coffee and biscuits afterwards.

To apply for yourself, please complete this Application Form.
To apply for someone who would be unable to fill out the form on their own, please complete: Application Form – Adult on behalf of an Adult.

 

 

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Alison Robertson
Alison Robertson

Choirs, Vocal

Heidi Piper
Heidi Piper

Choirs, In Schools

Rowena Harris
Rowena Harris

Choirs, Music Therapy

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Matt Lynch

Director

Matt Lynch brings to WollCon extensive executive and governance experience across energy, infrastructure, defence, and government sectors. He has a proven record of delivering enterprise transformation, strengthening risk and governance frameworks, leading the development of innovative IT solutions, and managing data security and safety transformation projects within highly regulated environments. He is recognised for building high-performing teams that achieve sustainable outcomes.

He holds a Master of Commercial Law from Deakin University, a Bachelor of Information Science and Technology from the University of Wollongong, and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Dr Sue Savage

Director

Sue is an accomplished and seasoned manager with a wealth of experience in government administration and community service delivery. With a strong background in strategic planning, organisational development, community engagement, project planning, and building strategic partnerships, Sue has consistently demonstrated her leadership and expertise and brings a wealth of knowledge to the board. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business focusing on Local Government and Creative Industries from the University of Wollongong, reflecting her commitment to public service and innovative leadership. Sue’s extensive career and dedication to community and social service make her a valuable asset, offering both strategic insight and practical experience to drive meaningful impact.

Anne Mowbray

Director

Anne has been a member of the Wollcon Board since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts from UNSW. She is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law and an accredited Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. She has taught family law and other subjects at Wollongong University.

For a number of years she has been a subscriber to the Australian Chamber Orchestra which regularly performs in Wollongong . She has been passionate about music and in particular music education to children and adults.

Jake Pearson

Director

Jake has worked in the disability sector for 24 years- 17 of these with Interchange and 7 years as their CEO. Jake is passionate about inclusion and equality for both people with disability and their carers.

He holds an MBA, Bachelor of Commerce, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, as well as completing Diploma’s in Case Management, Community Services Coordination and the AICD Company Directors Course.

Jake is also a committee member on the International Short Breaks Association Board and has been a Director on the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music Board since 2022.

Wayne Morris

Director

Wayne is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors as well as being a qualified company secretary and accountant with over 35 years experience in banking and finance. He performed for nine of those years as Chief Executive of IMB Ltd, and the preceding seven years as Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer, also with IMB. Wayne’s primary expertise is in the areas of governance, management, accounting, risk management and banking and finance. He has spent his whole life living in the Illawarra and is passionate about ensuring the Illawarra can provide the best possible opportunities and lifestyle for its residents. In 2024 Wayne was awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for services to the community.

Dr Terumi Narushima

Deputy Chair

Dr Terumi Narushima is a senior lecturer and Music Discipline Leader at the University of Wollongong. She is a composer, performer and sound designer specialising in microtonal tuning systems. Her works include Tritriadic Chimes, a sound installation for LA MicroFest, Hidden Sidetracks, a composition for custom-made instruments premiered by Ensemble Offspring at Sydney Opera House, and a project to build microtonal flutes using 3D printing. She has worked on theatre collaborations which have been presented nationally and internationally, including Yasukichi Murakami: Through a Distant Lens, Lost in Shanghai, and The Story of Chi. She performs with microtonal ensemble Clocks and Clouds, and her book Microtonality and the Tuning Systems of Erv Wilson is published by Routledge.

Nicky Sloan

Chair

Nicky is the CEO of Community Industry Group. She has degrees in Dementia Care, Community & Environment and Marketing, and a Grad Dip in Project Management. She is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and an Honorary Fellow of UOW. In addition to Chairing the WollCon Board, she is Deputy Chair of the Regional Development Australia Illawarra Shoalhaven Board and an Independent Non-Executive Director of Warrigal, a large not-for-profit specialising in the provision of services for older people.

Her corporate governance and strategy experience extends through a 20+ year career on boards in the corporate, government and NFP sectors.