Welcome to the South West
Wind and Jazz Orchestras Inc
The South West Wind and Jazz Orchestras is a non-profit, community-based organisation of around 30 musicians in Bunbury, Western Australia. Since establishment in 1985, the wind orchestra and its members have steadily developed to become one of the premier regional musical groups in the state, with accolades at both state and local championships. The orchestras perform throughout the year at local events, independently produced concerts and at band competitions.
The Jazz Orchestra is made up of members of the Wind Orchestra.
Past Players - Do you want to play? Go on... you know you want to!
If you are a past player of either SWWJO Wind Orchestra or Jazz Orchestra and would like to join us on the day of the 40th Celebrations, please email swwjo1@gmail.com and we will be in touch with you. It would be great if you could make it to 1 or 2 rehearsals before the big day so we can prepare a folder of music and make sure we include a chair for you on stage.
Our Mission
to promote and maintain the musical development of individuals within the community
to maintain and develop Wind and Jazz Orchestras that rehearse and perform music of many styles and levels of difficulty
to foster the knowledge, study and appreciation of music
to promote the appreciation of music within the community
and most importantly – to have fun playing music!
Membership
We welcome musicians of all ages and abilities who play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments. The ability to read music is essential. Please contact us via the contact form on this page for more membership information.
Rehearsals take place in the City of Bunbury Band Rooms, 34 Stirling Street.
Rehearsal Times
Tuesdays at 6.50pm to start warm ups, baton goes down at 7pm sharp.
Most rehearsals finish at 9pm except when the Jazz Orchestra rehearses (8.30 – 9.30) - usually fortnightly.
Performances
The two orchestras organise performances throughout the year, either separately or together, and are often invited to perform at community events both large and small.
If you would like to book either the Jazz or Wind Orchestra to perform please get in touch using the contact form for details.
Rehearsal Schedule
30-09-25 No rehearsal
07-10-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.30 + Jazz until 9.30
14-10-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.50 + Committee meeting
21-10-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.30 + Jazz Band until 9.30
28-10-25 Wind Orchestra rehearsal until 9
04-11-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.30 + Jazz Band until 9.30
11-11-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.50 + Committee meeting
18-11-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.30 + Jazz Band until 9.30
25-11-25 Wind Orchestra rehearsal until 9
02-12-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.30 + Jazz Band until 9.30
09-12-25 Wind Orchestra until 8.50 + Committee meeting
16-12-25 Final rehearsal/End of year wind up
Upcoming Events
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Bull and Barrel Festival
Saturday 11th October 2025
Outside Stage near the Town Hall
Wind Orchestra: 2.15 - 3pm
Jazz Orchestra: 3.15 - 4pm
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Stirling St Arts Centre Performance
30th Nov
10am - 11.45
Wind and Jazz Orchestras playing
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Queen Gardens Market Christmas Performance
9.40 - 11.20
Contact Us
Looking to join or wanting us to perform?
Reach out and we’ll be in touch soon.
PO BOX 1149 Bunbury WA 6230
0437 425 059