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Woodwind Lessons
Saxophone, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon & Recorder

Discover Wollongong’s finest Woodwind lessons – The experienced woodwind staff at WollCon offer high quality tuition at all levels in Saxophone, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon and other related instruments.

Catering to a wide variety of musical genres, they provide a holistic approach to music education in which theory and aural studies combine with individual woodwind lessons and ensemble performances.

Staff aim to develop students into well rounded musicians and with a love of music, as both performers and listeners.

Encompassing Australian and international systems of examination, our woodwind lessons cater to students at all levels.

Woodwind Lessons @ WollCon

Saxophone
Lessons

Lessons are available for the four most common saxophone types: soprano, alto, tenor and baritone.

Depending on the student age, level of expertise and preferred style of music, we aim to match the student with the right teacher.

Saxophone lessons in Wollongong

Flute
Lessons

Children from as young as 4 years old can start learning to play on a Shining Piper flute, while 6-10 year olds can learn on a curved head joint flute. More advanced students can learn the piccolo.

Flute lessons in Wollongong

Oboe
Lessons

For oboe (and cor anglais) lessons, it is recommended that students be at least 10 years old (depending on their physical development).

Oboe lessons in Wollongong

Clarinet
Lessons

Lessons are offered on all clarinets ranging from E flat to bass clarinets (small to large).

For students under the age of 10 years we recommend a WollCon assessment to see which clarinet would best suit.

In general, it is recommended younger students begin lessons on the E flat clarinet and progress to B flat as they grow.

Clarinet lessons in Wollongong

Bassoon
Lessons

Lessons are offered on the bassoon, the tenor basoon (or tenoroon) and contrabasoon (the largest instrument in the woodwind family).

It is generally recommended that students be at least 12 years old, however this may vary according to the student’s physical development .

Bassoon lessons in Wollongong

Recorder
Lessons

Recorder is offered as a small group lesson. Please visit the Small Group Lessons page to view the fee schedule.

Lessons are tailor made to explore student’s individual interests, whilst progressively developing their skillset through an established curriculum with each other.

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.