Woodwinds // Australian Christian Orchestra
Christian Oboists in Sydney
For Oboists in Sydney — the voice that tunes the orchestra and colours every sacred work.
Start with an enquiry. Audition and membership steps follow from there.
- LevelGrade 7+ AMEB
Your place in the woodwinds
The oboe at AChA
The oboe gives the orchestra its tuning A and some of the most plaintive, prayerful solo lines in the repertoire. The Australian Christian Orchestra welcomes enquiries from oboists, your sound shapes the whole woodwind colour.
- The commitment
- Monthly Thursday rehearsals, 7:00–9:15 pm. Concert preparation may include extra rehearsals.
- Where you'll meet
- UTS Building 5, 1 Quay Street, Haymarket.
Orchestra membership is $99/year, or $49 when renewing. Compare fees and payment options.
Looking for a young musician aged 11–19? Explore the youth pathway.
Your next step
Let's hear about you.
Start with the interest form. Grade 7+ AMEB (or equivalent). A requested video helps the team hear your current level. If you play cor anglais as well, tell us, it's prized.
- Tell us about your music in the interest form.
- We'll explain the next step. A video audition is requested if needed ($50).
- Suitable applicants are invited to a trial rehearsal.
- After approval, complete your membership and onboarding.
Oboist questions
How do I find out about an oboe place?
Express your interest so the team can discuss your experience, auditions and current repertoire.
Do you program cor anglais parts?
In larger sacred works, yes. Doublers are a real asset.
Bring your oboe.
Tell us about your experience and what you'd love to play. We'll explain the next step for you.