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Brass Lessons
Trumpet/Cornet, French Horn, Tenor Horn, Trombone, Baritone Horn/Euphonium & Tuba/Sousaphone

Welcome to the exciting and dynamic world of brass instruments. Brass instruments produce sound by vibrating the lips against a mouthpiece. Players of brass instruments participate in brass bands, orchestras, concert bands, marching bands and jazz bands. The minimum age recommended for students to start learning a brass instrument is around 8-10 yrs. A little earlier may be possible if they are fiercely determined and have their adult front teeth. The technique required to produce a sound is similar across all the brass instruments, so it can work to start a young student on (a small ergonomically friendly) cornet and later switch to tuba. However, many students have success starting out directly on their preferred instrument regardless of size considerations.

Our experienced and qualified Wollcon staff offer individual lessons from beginner to advanced across the whole family of brass instruments. Whether playing in a community ensemble or aiming for a professional career as a musician, students will learn the fundamentals of brass playing in preparation for a lifetime of music making.

Trumpet / Cornet
Lessons

Trumpet and Cornet are the highest members of the brass family. There are differences between the two instruments, but at the beginning level these differences are minimal.

Learn trumpet in Wollongong

French Horn
Lessons

The French Horn is larger than a trumpet. A beautiful sounding instrument usually found in the orchestra, chamber ensemble or concert band.

Learn french horn in Wollongong

Tenor Horn
Lessons

Tenor horn is part of the low brass family of upright playing valved instruments including; Baritone Horn, Euphonium and Tuba. Tenor horn is usually associated with British style brass bands.

Learn tenor horn in Wollongong

Trombone
Lessons

Part of the lower brass family, trombone is a unique and wonderful instrument, using a slide to change pitches rather than valves. Trombone is equally at home in the orchestra or jazz ensemble.

Learn trombone in Wollongong

Baritone Horn / Euphonium
Lessons

The difference between these two instruments is minimal for a beginning student. Double the size of a trumpet and half the size of a tuba Baritone Horn and Euphonium play a similar role to trombone in an ensemble. They are an important part of the lower brass section in brass bands and concert bands.

Learn baritone horn or euphonium in Wollongong

Tuba / Sousaphone
Lessons

The largest and lowest of the brass instruments. Essentially the same instrument with different functions. Sousaphone is often associated with parade or marching bands, while tuba is the preferred instrument for orchestras, concert bands and brass bands.

Learn tuba or sousaphone in Wollongong

Times

Lessons are available in blocks of 30, 45 and 60 minutes over a 9-week term, and weekly scheduling is subject to availability.

Fees (individual)

DurationPer TermPer Lesson
30 min$497.00$55.22
45 min$733.00$81.44
60 min$965.00$107.22

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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 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 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 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 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 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.