Events
JazzWorx!
with Sharny Russell
How to create an authentic jazz style using the simplest techniques
For intermediate & experienced pianists
Ever wondered how jazz pianists create that unmistakable feel? In this engaging workshop, Sharny Russell breaks down the fundamentals of jazz styling into practical, approachable techniques for intermediate and experienced pianists, drawing on decades of experience as a performer, recording artist and tertiary educator.
Cost: $70
Time: 5:45pm - 7:00pm
June 11, 2026
Grigorian Brothers
‘Amistad’
June 13, 2026
‘Amistad’ is the latest release from acclaimed guitar duo, the Grigoryan Brothers.
With a repertoire spanning centuries, continents, and genres, displaying amazing telepathy and the ability to evoke emotion from every note, Slava & Leonard Grigoryan are justifiably regarded as Australia’s finest classical guitarists.
Everyday Music for Early Childhood Educators Workshop
June 22 & 29, 2026
Two consecutive evening workshops for Early Childhood Educators.
Want to learn new repertoire? Be confident practicing and teaching music to children?
NECOM’s Early Childhood team share their insights and experience with teaching music in Early Learning settings.
June 27, 2026
Join us for an intimate evening of original music, improvisation and creative exploration as Andrea brings her distinctive sound world to the NECOM Auditorium. Whether you're a devoted jazz listener or simply curious to experience one of Australia's most innovative artists, this promises to be a memorable and inspiring performance.
Andrea Keller
Peter & The Wolf
Interactive Children’s Performance
June 27, 2026
10.30am
Tickets $10 adult, children FREE!
Please book to avoid disappointment
Requiem for the Living
Armidale Symphony Orchestra
June 28, 2026
Opera Australia - ‘Don Giovanni’
Opera Australia in conjunction with NECOM, present ‘Don Giovanni’, featuring a local children’s chorus.
It’s the final day of Don Giovanni’s life, but he doesn’t know it. Opera’s infamous libertine faces his fate in ‘Don Giovanni’, Mozart’s thrilling masterpiece.
In 2026, Opera Australia takes this captivating production on tour across South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, and New South Wales.
Please join us for a night at the opera to tell the story of this timeless classic - being performed at Lazenby Hall 6th August 2026.
Gala Concert
Armidale Youth Orchestra
AYS, AYWE, AYO
30 August 2026, 2pm
Armidale Teachers’ College - Auditorium
The Streeton Trio - one of Australia’s treasures & Australia’s most internationally acclaimed piano trio—presents an inspiring concert honouring the creativity and determination of women in music.
Named after celebrated Australian artist Sir Arthur Streeton and now based in Sydney, the ensemble (Emma Jardine, violin; Rachel Siu, cello; and Bernadette Harvey, piano) will perform a compelling program featuring works by four exceptional composers who challenged tradition and made a lasting contribution to the classical repertoire.
Streeton Trio - Women Who Dared
New England Sings!
New England Sings! is our nationally acclaimed, award-winning choral showcase bringing together over 1000 students from across the New England region, accompanied by an 80-piece orchestra.
Bookings will open Sunday 2nd August 2026
November 1, 2026 - Sunday
Woolshed & Homestead Series
Following on from a very successful year of Homestead concerts in 2025 in the Glen Innes region, NECOM will present two special concerts in 2026.
We are thrilled to be able to showcase our wealth of musical talent at NECOM along with the impressive pastoral heritage of the New England region.
November 22, 2026
