The BNPS Ensembles Program provides children with the opportunity to develop musically and gives an outlet for their creativity.  Band rehearsals, the excitement of performances and the pleasure of working as a team all contribute to a rich learning experience. ​ The BNPS Band Program is an extra-curricular activity, employing professional conductors and a band manager who work with the school executive and a group of enthusiastic volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the program. We'd like to invite you to be part of our successful team.  Being part of large team like a band is an enjoyable, social experience, benefiting children in many ways. There is also compelling evidence for how playing an instrument benefits brain development.  You may wish to view this short video which explains the long-term positive effects on the brain.  ​​ Learn about the BNPS Band Program and see our Performance Band Play Hear our Concert Band students, see the instrument demonstrations and a performance from Year 4, 5 and 6s in our Performance Band - BHPS Band Program.  Grab a cup of tea and your future band member and sit back and enjoy. What Instrument Should My Child Play? Your child will have an Instrument Suitability Assessment to determine the instrument on which your child will likely have the most success. Experienced tutors along with our Director of Bands will assess each child on many factors eg stature, mouth shape, teeth, hands, ear physicality, information from parents and the child’s preferences, to advise the instrument your child will be best suited for. Sometimes the instrument your child wants to learn isn’t the right fit for them so it’s a very thorough process because we want your child to have a positive experience from the start.  ​ Find out about the instruments in the band from the who provide excellent demonstrations of instruments in the band.  If you have questions about instruments please contact us on bnpsband@hotmail.com.    Access the footage here -  US Navy Band. ​ Register to have an Instrument Suitability Assessment  Please register to attend an Instrument Suitability Assessment and provide instrument preferences via the online form Junior/Training Band Registration Form.  If you have questions or need clarification on any points, please contact the Band Manager, Caroline Fechner on 0403 579 130 or via bnpsband@hotmail.com ​ What happens after we sign up? Your child will be assessed to find the best instrument for them.  This is a very simple process but can have a huge impact on the child's enjoyment of their instrument and being part of the the band.  Instrument suitiability assessments will be held for all interested students. ​ The instrument your child would like to play sometimes isn't the right choice for them as it may not give them the best chance of success longer term. We want to make sure the learning of the instrument and their participation in band is a positive experience from the outset. The more information you can give us about your child on the sign up form will increase the likelihood that the right instrument choice will be made for them.