Australian National Band and Orchestra Conference 2026

Four days. World‑class keynotes. Powerful performances. Collaboration and community! ANBOC 2026 is an inspiring, hands‑on professional development experience that will feature conducting masterclasses, keynote lectures and gala concerts.

SYO’s The Philharmonic Orchestra is proud to be performing at ANBOC 2026 as the demonstration orchestra for the Open Rehearsal The Composer and Conductor: The Art of Collaboration in Rehearsal with Dr Joanna Drimatis and Catherine Likhuta, and the Orchestra Conducting Workshops with Dr Mark Laycock and Professor Benjamin Northey.

SYO’s The Philharmonic Orchestra, lead by their conductor Stephen Williams, will also perform in an evening concert that will be open to the public.