Bondi WAVE 2026
Create the soundtrack of your youth!
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Where
Music Studios
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When
4 May 2026 -
Cost
$380 -
Contact
Arts & Culture Team
Bondi WAVE is one of Sydney’s most established and successful contemporary music programs for upper primary and high school students. For more than 40 years, young people have been guided by top industry professionals as they learn to write, arrange, and perform original music.
Last year, 53 young musicians across 10 bands came together with the program’s mentors, bringing their passion and creativity to celebrate the WAVE'S 40th anniversary.
In 2026, across this 12-week course – designed for emerging bands or individual musicians looking for a crew – participants work each week with our rotating lineup of industry professionals, including: Ben Fink (The Whitlams), Athanasia, Kristof Neyens (Boy Soda), Jason Rooke (The Tenants), and Brendan Gallagher (Karma County).
The program culminates in a concert performance and a professional recording of each band’s debut, launched at Bondi Pavilion Theatre.
Whether students are new to music or already experienced players, the Bondi WAVE program offers an inspiring introduction to playing in a band and creating original music. Sign up here!
Details
Where: Music Studios Bondi Pavilion
When: 4 May – 7 August 2026
Mon to Fri 4.30-6.30pm*
Cost: $380
*Each band is assigned one afternoon a week Monday to Friday 4.30pm - 6.30pm.
Applications Open: 9 March 2026
Applications Close: 23 April 2026
Need more information?
Michael Galeazzi
Music Producer Arts & Culture
Michael.Galeazzi@waverley.nsw.gov.au
9083 8434
This event is proudly produced by Waverley Council
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