Parent Support, Alumni and Community Music

OBA Big Band

The Old Barker Association Big Band was formed in 2010 and rehearses one evening a week in the Music Centre.

The band performs at School events such as the Town Hall Concert, Barker Swings, OBA Annual Dinner and Spring Fair. It also performs at community events and on the club circuit.

OBA North Shore Wind Symphony

The North Shore Wind Symphony was founded in 2016 and its members are passionate about making meaningful music. We promote a lifelong love of music by providing like-minded individuals the opportunity to perform quality wind ensemble repertoire in an environment driven by enjoyment and respect. With the support of the Old Barker Association, we strive to share this enjoyment of music-making across Sydney and beyond.

Friends of Barker Music (FOBM)

FOBM is a music parent support group that was established in 2002.

FOBM supports the students and Music staff in a number of music activities throughout the year and helps initiate fundraising activities that support the costs of international touring. The Music Centre is extremely grateful for the generous support of FOBM over many years. Some of the activities undertaken by FOBM include catering at music events, publicity of concerts, front of house duties, fundraising and assisting with the maintenance of the music resources.