NT Music School Battle of the School Bands

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Thank you for your interest. We look forward to announcing details of NT Music School 2024 Battle of the School Bands soon!

Established in 2009, NT Music School Battle of the School Bands is a band competition for Northern Territory schools, which sees the winners play alongside international acts at Territory Day 2023 Concert.

NT Music School Battle of the School Bands is open to middle and senior students (Years 7-12) enrolled in government and non-government schools. Students can enter as a soloist, duo or band.

To enter the competition you will need to complete an Expression of Interest Form. Print and complete all the Entry forms as indicated. Remember to have your Principal sign your entry form before you email to NT Music School.

Acts submit a video of two original songs for judging. Check the Judging Criteria page for details.

Finalists will perform at the NT Music School 2023 Battle of the School Bands final in Darwin Friday June 2 Railway Club. Join us for a night of music with highly talented young people coming together from across the NT performing live. Tickets now on sale. This is a highly anticipated event and tickets are selling fast. Book now! 

We acknowledge the major sponsors of NT Music School 2023 Battle of the School Bands for their support:

• Northern Territory Government
• Focusrite
• Air Raid Records
• Novation
• Darwin Railway Club

Look forward to your involvement in 2023 for NT Music School Battle of the School Bands.