Centre for Youth and Community Music

04/10/2026

What a wonderful week, with so many young musicians.
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01/10/2026

Spread the word! The Darwin Symphony Orchestra YAP Application intake for 2027 is now OPEN........

24/09/2026

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22/09/2026

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22/09/2026

Do you have what it takes!! Don’t dream it just do it……….

Head to Club Tropical on Sat 26th Sept to see other participants preforming in the monthly showcasing. If you want to be apart of the next showcase register for 24th October. Spread the word.

Next Gen Spotlight for Youth Arts (NGS FYA) a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to supporting and celebrating young performers across the Northern Territory.

Our vision is to provide a safe, supportive space for young Territorians to showcase their artistic talents and build confidence through live performance opportunities.

NGS FYA is a monthly showcase event hosted at different venues across Darwin, featuring school-aged performers presenting a variety of artistic disciplines, including:
• Singing
• Instrumental Music
• Original Songwriting
• Poetry and Spoken Word
• Monologues
• Acting
• Comedy
• Other Performance Arts
Our inaugural event will be held on 26 September as an invite-only showcase through a local singing school (please see flyer attached). This event will allow us to capture photographs and video footage that will support future promotion and community engagement.

We are currently inviting registrations for our next public showcase, which will be held on:

Date: 24 October
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Free Spirit Resort
Attached is our promotional poster which includes a QR code for students and families to register their interest.

31/07/2026

What a night, thank you to the members of the Royal Australian Airforce Band for an amazing night under the stars, with amazing tunes and two incredible vocalist.

Members of the Darwin Swing group attended displaying their smooth steps.

Everyone had an enjoyable night.

31/07/2026

Get set for a night to remember. Coffee and some finger food will be available by The Croc and Brew.

Bring a blanket or camping chair and have a wonderful night.

Save this date: Friday 31st July - FREE Jazz Concert

CYCM is very proud to present the Air Force Band from the Royal Australian Air Force, providing the community with a FREE Jazz Concert.

The band was last on campus in 2018, and they are back to kick off the Pitch Black Exercise.

Bring your own chairs, picnic rug, and enjoy an evening under the stars while swinging along to original jazz tunes.

15/07/2026

Don't miss this amazing performance
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DSO is delighted to support the Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) as they bring their exciting concert Brave New Worlds to the AANT Centre on Friday, 17 July. Our Artistic Director and Chief Conductor, Richard Mills, will also be joining Charlotte Miles in the pre-concert talk at 6:30pm in The Gallery – Don't miss it, tickets are selling fast!

🎟️ Book here: https://tickets.yourcentre.com.au/Shows/Australian-Youth-Orchestra?mc_cid=d1327cf31f&mc_eid=UNIQID

As part of our valued partnership with AYO, DSO Young Artists will have the unique opportunity to connect with AYO musicians and staff during a special evening of networking, dinner, and Q&A discussions. This is a fantastic chance for our emerging musicians to gain insights into pathways and opportunities within Australia’s premier youth orchestra program.

If you’re a young musician who’s interested, applications are now open for AYO 2027.

More info 👇
https://ayo.com.au/join-ayo/?mc_cid=d1327cf31f&mc_eid=UNIQID

25/06/2026

Save this date: Friday 31st July - FREE Jazz Concert

CYCM is very proud to present the Air Force Band from the Royal Australian Air Force, providing the community with a FREE Jazz Concert.

The band was last on campus in 2018, and they are back to kick off the Pitch Black Exercise.

Bring your own chairs, picnic rug, and enjoy an evening under the stars while swinging along to original jazz tunes.

25/06/2026

Congratulations on another successful The Smith Family Dry Season camp.

Very talented young musicians provided a Finale concert on Wed 24th June at the CDU Amphitheatre.

Congratulations to Jackie Cooper and John Morris for all ypur hard work. The Smith Family always there supporting young students within the community.