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NSW Police Band
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25.01.2022 The NSW Police Band's smaller ensembles will be featured in the magnificent setting of St James Church today, in a free lunchtime concert from 1.15pm - 2pm. The Wind Quintet, Brass and Lower Brass Quintets, and the Clarinet Quintet will perform the stunning works of Piazzolla, Taffanel, Florentina and Kamen. Come and experience this sublime lunchtime retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city.
24.01.2022 Rehearsals over the last two days have been going well in preparation for tomorrows attestation parade in Goulburn. The NSW Police Band is proud to be supporting these new recruits as they are sworn in. We wish them all the best and a long and rewarding career with the NSW Police Force.
24.01.2022 Yesterday was International Nurses Day. In an expression of support for all of the incredible and selfless work carried out by our nurses, police officers from across Sydney city took part in a parade past St Vincents Hospital. This event featured a convoy of officers from local Police Area Commands and music from members of the NSW Police Band Our message to nurses today is that you inspire us. Above all we admire and value the life-saving work you do every day and every n...ight of every week, says Tony King, president of the Police Association of NSW. Nurses have been on the frontline of the battle against COVID-19 and the least we could do today is to acknowledge their bravery and show them our respect." For the full media release see: https://bit.ly/2LoSCMJ Kings Cross Police Area Command Surry Hills Police Area Command NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association #InternationalNursesDay #Nurses2020 #Midwives2020 #SupportNursesAndMidwives
23.01.2022 Join us this ANZAC Day at 5:30am for a special performance by the NSW Police Force Band. The Band has proudly supported every ANZAC Day parade in Sydney since 1916. Even though we cant be there in person this year, we will remember them. Lest We Forget.
22.01.2022 The NSW Police Band wishes the best of luck to the Matildas as they kick off their World Cup campaign in France tonight #gomatildas
22.01.2022 The NSW Police Band marching in the Grand Street Parade last Saturday at the Granny Smith Festival, one of Sydneys largest street festivals. Celebrating the City of Rydes vibrant and diverse community and commemorating the life of Maria Ann GrannySmith and her Granny Smith apple.
21.01.2022 Come along if you’re in the area, we’ll be here until 12pm today.
21.01.2022 Don’t miss the Police Clarinet Quintet, Brass Quintet and Saxophone Quartet at the St Andrew's Cathedral Lunchtime Concert today from 12.30.
20.01.2022 The final moments of yesterdays exciting Good Old Days concert at the Sydney Town Hall. Featuring Bernard Walz, Jacqueline Dark, Murray Mayday, and our very own Belinda Parsons & NSW police band.
19.01.2022 A successful performance today by our Jazz Trio at St. James Church. These concerts are now being livestreamed and we return on November 11 with our Low Brass Quartet and Reed Ensemble. Some photos from today.
18.01.2022 The NSW Police Band, Queens Birthday 2019
16.01.2022 You can hear our brilliant Brass Quintet performing some fantastic arrangements this coming Wednesday, 12.30pm at the St Andrew's Cathedral Lunchtime Concert: Irish Tune from County Derry - Grainger arr. Paul Hanna Shepherds Hey ... - Grainger arr. David Stanhope Edward Grieg Suite arr. Alan Civil See more
16.01.2022 In part three of our ANZAC tribute and in commemoration of the NSW Police Band's 125th Anniversary this year: today we share a moving work composed by Phillip Sparke for wind symphony, set to the beautiful words of poet Lawrence Binyon in his poignant tribute to the fallen soldiers. Hear gorgeous playing by the NSW Police Wind Symphony and its featured soloists under the baton of maestro John Saunders. This work also features a very special guest as narrator: His Excellency G...eneral The Honourable David Hurley, Governor-General of Australia. A unique and touching tribute to the ANZACs on this, the eve of ANZAC day. We would like to pay a special tribute here to those members of the NSW Police Force who tragically lost their lives in the line of active service. This work and other ANZAC commemorative works are available on our 'March of the Anzacs" CD. To purchase: please email us at [email protected]
16.01.2022 Attention band directors! The NSW Police Band has put together a free online resource to assist with band recruiments. It showcases and demonstrates each instrument individually and also features the full band performing. Feel free to share! https://www.nswpolicebandwelcometotheband.com/
16.01.2022 The Saxophone Quartet will be featuring some music by Phillip Glass and Eugene Bozza at the St Andrew's Cathedral Lunchtime Concert tomorrow. Music from 12.30pm, all are welcome.
15.01.2022 Thank you Inverell Times for sharing this moment: Mounted police and the NSW Police Band graced Otho Street for the opening ceremony of Inverell's new police station on May 17. Photo: Jacinta Dickins
15.01.2022 The NSW Police Band performed yesterday at the 2019 Special Children's Christmas Party in Rosehill Gardens. The children invited are children who suffer from one of the following: serious illnesses, physical or intellectual impairment, domestic violence, or living in underprivileged circumstances. At this event, these children are treated to a day of celebrity stage shows, fun rides, interactive games, plenty of yummy food, face painting and many more fun activities. The hig...hlight of the day is when the children enter Santas Toy Room where they are given 2-3 high quality toys to call their own. Today we put many smiles on many Childrens faces by showing them the Police Vehicles, Police Dogs, Polices Horses, Police RBT Bus and gave away many police merchandise. Many thanks to Cumberland Police Area Command for inviting us.
15.01.2022 The NSW Police Band Jazz Trio is performing at 1.15pm today in the city at St James' Church, Sydney. You can catch them in person (limited seating) or online via livestream. Tickets are $10 each (for both live and streamed tickets). Program includes music by Bernie McGann, Billy Strayhorn, Billy Eckstine, Duke Ellington and Roger Frampton. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to NSW Police Legacy. https://www.sjks.org.au/product/nsw-police-band-28-october/
14.01.2022 Next Wednesday 5th of February commencing at 12.30pm the NSW Police Band will be performing a lunchtime concert at St Andrew's Cathedral, as part of the Band Call Series. The concert is free to the public and all are welcome. Come and hear some fantastic Symphonic Wind Orchestra repertoire played by one of Australia's finest and longest serving bands.
14.01.2022 Another band member, Matthew Collins playing The Last Post this morning. But on top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge as part of the RSL #lightupthedawn initiative. https://www.instagram.com/p/B_YwgMbHTJe/?igshid=4kq67n4kzk4
14.01.2022 The NSW Police Band has been diligently following social distancing and self-isolating safety guidelines in order to limit and prevent further spread of the Covid-19 virus. Sadly this means that we aren't able to perform any live concerts for you just at the moment. We and all of the NSW Police Force can, however, offer you support and good counsel through the following important message:
14.01.2022 The NSW Police Rock Band is heading to Victoria Park this Sunday morning for Fair Day, an event that heralds the commencement of Sydneys Mardi Gras season. A day of party, picnic and live music, with food stalls, eclectic markets, LGBTQIA community information booths, and a Doggywood pup show. Entry is free, and coin donations are collected on the day to help raise funds for the Mardi Gras festival. Come along to the Main Stage from 10.40am and boogie along to the vocal talents of our spectacular Belinda and the fabulous Police Rock Band.
14.01.2022 Applications are now open for a bass clarinet position with the NSW Police Band
14.01.2022 We have another chamber music concert in the city this afternoon - our Wind Quintet and our Clarinet Quintet will be performing. Tickets are $10 each (live or streamed). All sales will be donated to NSW Police Legacy.
13.01.2022 The Dixie Combo performing in Martin Place yesterday for Crime Stoppers 30th Anniversary celebrations.
13.01.2022 A flashback to the NSW Police Band performing to a full house and a very appreciative audience at the Joan Sutherland Centre earlier this year.
12.01.2022 Applications are now open for an alto saxophone position with the NSW Police Band
12.01.2022 Our musical salute to all mothers for all that they do for us. Happy Mothers Day
12.01.2022 An enjoyable performance today at St. James Church Sydney. The concert featured our Clarinet Quintet and Wind Quintet. Next concert is scheduled for 9th Dec featuring our Sax Quartet and Brass Quintet.
11.01.2022 Today our Brass Octet, with added vocals, had the pleasure of performing at the opening of the new NSW Police Aviation Command Facility. The facility was opened by Police Minister David Elliott and Commissioner Michael Fuller APM.
11.01.2022 In a continuation of our ANZAC tribute today we share a work composed by our resident French horn player and composer Adrian Hallam, with his work 'The Unknown Soldier'. This is a moving musical tribute to the Tomb of the Soldier in memory of all who gave their ultimate sacriface in war. This work is based on the hymn 'O Valiant Heart' at its centrepiece, a hymn composed in rememberance of the fallen of World War One. Featuring the stunning and heartfelt vocals of NSW Police Band's very own Belinda Adams. This and many other ANZAC commemorative tunes are available on our 'March of the Anzacs" CD. To purchase: please email us at [email protected]
10.01.2022 NBN's broadcast featuring the NSW Police Marching Band at the official opening of Inverell’s new police station yesterday.
10.01.2022 The NSW Police Wind Quintet and our Jazz Trio will be performing in a lunchtime concert at St James' Church tomorrow from 1.15pm. Don't miss hearing these wonderful ensembles performing in the gorgeous acoustics of this lovely church. Bookings available here https://www.sjks.org.au/product/nsw-police-band-19-may/now.
09.01.2022 As part of the Band Call Concert Series the NSW Police Band performed their final St Andrew's lunchtime concert for 2019 last Wednesday, under the baton of our excellent Director Of Music John Saunders. Thank you to all of our supportive audience members, many of whom have been regular attendees throughout the year. It was fantastic to see many new faces there too. The Band Call Concert Series promotes high calibre performances of Wind Orchestra music and is presented by Australian military and service bands. Look online for the NSW Police Band's return dates in 2020. We look forward to seeing you there!
08.01.2022 Great job Adam.
08.01.2022 This coming Wednesday February 3rd several of our excellent small ensembles will be performing some exciting repertoire in the St Andrew's Cathedral Lunchtime Concert Series. Featuring the Clarinet quintet (pictured here) the Brass Quintet, and the Saxophone Quartet. Music from 12.30pm, all are welcome.
08.01.2022 Playing at the Sydney Variety Kids Christmas Party earlier in the week. This is an annual event held for kids with a disability or chronic illness, facing financial hardship or in need of critical care. Featuring rides, animals, face painting, celebrities, gifts and Santa, plus everyone's favourite Christmas carols performed by the NSW Police Band.
08.01.2022 Thanks to all involved in the Queen's Birthday Parade on Saturday morning at Government House. NSW Police Band NSW Police Pipe Band Mounted Unit - NSW Police Fo...rce Royal Australian Air Force The Scots College The King's School Ravenswood School for Girls - Official Site Knox Grammar School Knox Grammar School Cadet Unit Australian Army Salty Dingo See more
07.01.2022 Applications are now open for the baritone saxophone position in the NSW Police Band
07.01.2022 The NSW Police Band Saxophone Quartet performed at the Office of the Sheriff of NSW this afternoon for the graduation ceremony of the newly attested Sheriffs. Congratulations Alpha class 2020.
06.01.2022 What an exciting start to our 125th year! The NSW Police Band performed a thrilling program to a very appreciative audience at St Andrew's Cathedral on Wednesday. The concert was well attended and the wind symphony was received with warm enthusiasm - many familiar faces and numerous first-time attendees in the crowd. It was great to have several former members of the band also present.
06.01.2022 Our Dixieland Combo performing at the Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival today.
04.01.2022 Throughout its 125 years of existence, the NSW Police Band has had a longstanding tradition of being involved in Sydneys ANZAC ceremonies and marches. Although we will all be commemorating ANZAC Day a bit differently this year, the NSW Police Band would like to honor and pay hommage to our veterans for all of the sacrifices that they have made. In the coming days leading up to and including April 25th, in a tribute to the spirit of ANZAC we will be sharing on this page some excerpts from our March of the Anzacs CD. Here is 'March Pozières', which was composed by the NSW Police band's second-ever Concert Master: W. G. Bentley, in memory of one of the bloodiest battles that took place in the first World War. If you would like your own copy of the CD it is available for purchase by emailing us here: [email protected]
03.01.2022 Tickets are selling quickly for our performance at the Joan Sutherland Centre, Penrith next Wednesday. Featuring the NSW Police Concert Band and our songstress extraordinaire, Belinda. Click below to book:
03.01.2022 We are looking forward to play for our friends in Wollongong again!
03.01.2022 The brass quintet were a hit when they played at Wesley Missions "Aunties & Uncles" picnic in Vision Valley last Saturday. The Wesley Aunties and Uncles program has been in operation for over 40 years, offering an extra family environment to children aged up to 12 years old who are living in challenging circumstances. Thanks to the volunteers who invest in these childrens lives and provide them with mentoring, care, and guidance through participating with them in a range of activities that build their confidence and life skills. For more information about the program and becoming a mentor: https://bit.ly/2JS9bjY #WesleyMission
02.01.2022 Thank you again to the community of Cabramatta and the Mingyue Lay Buddhist Temple for inviting the NSW Police Band to participate in Chinese New Year celebrations at Bonnyrigg. Launching the Year of the Rat with style.
02.01.2022 The NSW Police Band at the Queens Birthday Celebrations, June 10th 2019, Government House
02.01.2022 Board of Deputies President Lesli Berger attended the Jewish community's annual memorial service for the NSW Police Force held at The Central Synagogue, Sydney.... He is pictured with commanders of the Eastern Suburbs and Eastern Beaches Local Area Commands, senior police chaplains, the leader of the Police Association of NSW, members of the NSW Police Band and representatives from NSW Ambulance and the NSW SES. Also in attendance was Scott Farlow MLC, Ron Hoenig MP, Rabbi Mendel Kastel, Rabbi Levi Wolff and Rabbi Elimelech Levy. See more
01.01.2022 We had a very special young guest assisting with the conducting of the NSW Police Band at Relay For Life in Blacktown on the 19th of October. An overnight, community event for thousands of Australians nationwide who relay non-stop as they celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost, and fight back against the disease by raising important funds. All proceeds raised go to the research, support and advocacy work of Cancer Council NSW.
