Who we are
The Hills Music Academy (HMA) is a non-profit, community-based organisation that develops and showcases musical talent of all ages in the Hills and surrounding districts of western Sydney. HMA has a strong social element so members have a lot of fun while making great music together. HMA is under the baton of musical director Garry Clark and comprises a Senior Concert Band for senior levels, and a Concert Band for the younger talents. Members range from 10 years in age to retired, and all newcomers are welcome to sit in and play. The repertoire is diverse; the bands perform everything from marches, to hymns, jazz, golden oldies and even hit singles from the pop charts.
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Contact us
Musical director, Garry Clark: (02) 9620 7903
Mobile: 0414 731 344
Email: mail@hillsmusicacademy.com.au
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What we do
HMA performs at many musical, civic, community and charity functions through the year.
- Musical: Yamaha Music Festival, State Bands Championships, National Bands Championships, community concerts
- Civic: Citizenship ceremonies and civic functions
- Community: Kings Langley Fair.
- Charity: The Hills Relay for Life, Orange Blossom Festival Gala Concert and Bella Vista Christmas Carols
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Membership
- Concert Band: Membership is open to players with at least two years of playing experience and up to around grade 5 AMEB standard.
- Senior Concert Band: This band is HMA’s main performance ensemble. Membership is open to all players around grade 5 AMEB standard or above, depending on instrument vacancies.
We ask our members for a high level of commitment to practice and attendance at rehearsals as well as performances.
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Rehearsals
When:
Concert Band – Friday evenings during school terms from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Senior Concert Band – Friday evenings during school terms from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where:
Thompson Hall, Balcombe Heights Estate
92, Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills
(intersection of Seven Hills Road and Jasper Road)
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Fees
HMA Concert Band – $30 per school term
HMA Senior Concert Band – $40 per school term; $30 for self-supporting university students
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News
The Hills Music Academy would like to invite you to celebrate its 30th birthday at our birthday concert. For more details, click here.
