School Band Specialist
Teaching Services Australia has been nurturing kid's creativity through school band programs for over 25 years
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School Music Programs
Online Enrolment
Enroling with TSA is easy! Follow this link to enrol online now.
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Creative Kids
Redeem your Creative Kids Voucher to put towards your music lessons here.
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Our Programs
TSA offers many different types of school programs. Discover the right program for your school here.
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Resources
Tips, tricks and advice on your instrument, plus some handy links and downloads.
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Creative Kids
Redeem your Creative Kids Voucher to put towards your music lessons here.
Discover Now
Our Programs
TSA offers many different types of school programs. Discover the right program for your school here.
Explore Now
Resources
Tips, tricks and advice on your instrument, plus some handy links and downloads.
Explore Now
About Us
Teaching Services Australia is a family-owned company which provides band programs and instrumental tuition throughout greater Sydney and the Central Coast.
- Established in 1998
- Instrumental tuition options in over 60 schools.
- Focus on school instrumental and band programs
Frequently Asked Questions
When can my child join band?
Most schools will hold demonstration concerts in Term 4, and notes will be sent home with all children in Years 2-5. Interested children will then be able to sit for an instrument trial (“blow test”) with a music teacher. Enrolment will then open, in preparation for starting lessons in the new academic year. At most schools children need to be in Year 3 to participate in the band.
What happens in an instrument trial (“blow test”)?
Following the arrival of COVID, our experienced tutors have changed the way we assess a child’s suitability for an instrument. Children are able to try out (blow on) actual instruments, however tutors can test other skills or physical attributes in order to make a recommendation of the best instrument for your child. TSA has also put together comprehensive instrument information for parents to consider. If your child is having difficulty deciding on an instrument, please contact the TSA office on 9651 7333.
What is the process to enrol?
Generally children will watch a band demonstration concert at school, then interested students can meet with the band director to determine which instrument they may be best suited. Parents may also watch a band demonstration video with their child, and discuss which instrument they are most excited to learn. It is important parents then review the instrument-specific information, to ensure it suits your child. Parents should contact the TSA office at any point on 9651 7333 to ask more questions – we are here to help!
What if my child has played in a band before, and moves to a TSA school in the middle of the year?
If your child has played in a band at their previous school, they are welcome to join band at their new TSA school. Please contact our office for more information
Music Soapbox
We're All in This Together
- The Australia summer nights are filled with the sound of evening band concerts and Christmas Carols in late Term 4! We are immensely proud of our students who have completed their first year of learning,
- And bid farewell to many Year 6 students who have loved their time in band while in primary school.
- Our high school programs are welcoming new incoming Year 7 students at their Orientation Day workshops, and Presentation Day events will be alive with the sounds of the national anthem and other pieces to entertain the crowds
- Wishing our band families a safe and happy summer break.
Our Testimonials
“Thank you for the organising an amazing string showcase, the performance was outstanding. As Chinese would say ‘ 繞梁三日’ which is ‘the beautiful sound resonates in the beam (ceiling)for three days’. Bravo teachers!”
Parent
“Our daughter is very excited about Training Band. She has grown in confidence and is very keen to practise and continue to improve. Thank you for providing an environment where she feels comfortable, supported and encouraged. The flute is not an easy instrument to learn. We just want her to feel happy and experience some success around learning her first musical instrument and that seems to be the case at this stage. Thank you.”
Parent
“Your flexibility and enormous support of the current situation and guidelines which have been imposed on schools is greatly appreciated.”
Principal
“My daughter performed in the band last night at school and it was a wonderful performance. Congratulations to yourself and the team! When my daughter started the band program, she could barely make a “pleasant” sound when playing the flute, and last night was a testament to the hard work, dedication and excellent teaching skills of your team. We are extremely proud of our daughter, and her love of music that is inspired by the wonderful teachings of your band program. Congratulations again.”
Parent
“This year has been incredibly tricky!! You guys have gone above and beyond and should be commended.”
P&C Committee
“I wanted to email to say thanks for managing this very challenging time well. The teacher has been amazing! She has helped the kids adjust to the new conditions and has done her best to ensure that they still enjoy attending practice lessons online. She is always so positive and happy and has always made my son feel at ease. It mustn’t be easy for you all however you have done such a great job. We are looking forward to face to face lessons.”
Parent
“Thanks for a fantastic evening! The performances were wonderful and the kids had so much fun. Thanks for all your hard work and the late evening. [Our daughter] has come home with her first experience of the buzz from live performance! It’s great to see the kids so proud of themselves. Thanks so much!”
Parent
“As it’s our last week or so at the school, I wanted to contact you to thank you for all you’ve done with band at the school over the years. Bringing TSA to the school was, I believe, the best move that the old band committee ever made. Your band program is so well run and you can be very proud of your achievements. It has been wonderful watching the band programs growth. I can only imagine the challenges that 2020 brought to TSA. Here’s to 2021 – it is looking more and more positive. I wish you all the very best.”
Parent & Band Committee Member
“I am super happy and grateful for your hard work!”
School band liaison