Did you know that the Darwin City Brass Band has an active program that caters for those seeking to learn to play a brass band instrument.

Tailored plans are put together based on your assessed ability, which then leads to our 'Learning and Development Group'. This group is ideal for those just 'starting out', those of that have mastered the basics of playing a brass instrument or are perhaps returning to the music scene after whatever interval.

The Management Committee of the Darwin City Brass Band is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Risos as the bands new musical director.

Jacks musical journey commenced early while attending Melbourne High School. He went on to Melbourne University where he received a Bachelor of Education in Music. Afterwards he worked at the Department of Education, mainly at Blackburn High School and Balwyn High School. Both high schools with renowned music programs.

As well as teaching brass, Jack led groups at all levels, from beginner to senior.

Jack went on to study at Indiana University at Masters level. There he studied trumpet with Professor Charles Gorham (ex. Principal: Cleveland Orchestra and founder of the International Trumpet Guild) and conducting with Professor Ray Cramer. Upon returning to Melbourne he did further study with Gordon Webb (ex. Principal: London Philharmonic and Sydney Symphony) focusing on solo trumpet repertoire.