Playing with others is an important part of learning music. The Central Coast Conservatorium of Music Premier Ensembles program is a tiered pathway of three wind ensembles and Central Coast Youth Orchestra. This musical extension band program is for talented young musicians on the Central Coast and offers performance opportunities in the region and beyond. The four tiers are:

• Primary Wind Ensemble – for Year 3-5 students
• Junior Wind Ensemble – for year 6-7 students
• Senior Wind Ensemble – for year 7-12 students and school leavers
• Central Coast Youth Orchestra – for XXX

Led by experienced conductors and music educators Patrick Brennan, Kevin Smith, Dr Phillip Rutherford and E-Yang Liu the Premier Ensembles pathway is a pillar of Central Coast Conservatorium’s performance program, providing students with excellent extension and development in their musical understanding and performing. 

Rehearsing and performing in ensembles also builds cohorts and friendships that so often last the test of time. The enthusiasm shown by our students and teachers to learn and work in the ensembles, is evidenced by all they have achieved. Some of these students will go on to forge careers in music and/or music education, while others will remain committed to making music in their community.