Brass // Australian Christian Orchestra
Christian Trumpeters in Sydney
For Christian trumpeters in Sydney — the sound of celebration in sacred music.
Start with an enquiry. Audition and membership steps follow from there.
- LevelGrade 7+ AMEB
Your place in the brass
The trumpet at AChA
Trumpets bring brilliance and proclamation, the festal fanfares, the descants that lift a whole congregation. In the Australian Christian Orchestra trumpeters are central to our biggest worship and concert moments.
- 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 piccolo trumpet (for Baroque repertoire), that's a real asset.
- 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.
Trumpeter questions
Do you play Baroque repertoire needing piccolo trumpet?
Yes, works like Messiah call for it. Doublers prized.
B-flat and C trumpet?
B-flat is the standard requirement to start.
Bring your trumpet.
Tell us about your experience and what you'd love to play. We'll explain the next step for you.