Want to Join us for States?

Any Questions? Contact: contest@waba.asn.au

  • 1. Info Booklet

    Thinking about playing at states?

    First step read through the Information Booklet to see the schedule, test pieces and other requirements that you will need to meet.

    Information Booklet Download 

  • 2. Entry Form

    So you're in!? Complete your entry form using the link below!

    Entries must be submitted using the google form by Friday 18 APRIL 2025

    Fees are payable to WABA via EFT

    2025 Entry Form 

  • 3. Performer Booklet

    Once you have registered to perform you'll need information specifically relating to the day, this can be found in the Performer Booklet.

    2025 Performer Booklet 
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Any Questions? Contact: contest@waba.asn.au

2025 Test Pieces

All competing bands will be required to play the designated test piece for their grade. The pieces have been chosen carefully to reflect an appropriate National standard. 

2025 Brass Band

Grade Piece Composer / Arranger Watch
Open A Grade The Legend of King Arthur Pete Meechan YouTube
Open B Grade Buckley's Change Jared McCunnie YouTube
Open C Grade Carnival Helen Perkin YouTube
Open D Grade I, Dadaelus Andrea Price

 

2025 Open Concert Band

Please note concert band test pieces are shorter in 2025 in line with the changes made in 2022.

Bands will be required to play a slow work, a march from the NBCA Prescribed March List or approved by the WABA Music Board and an own choice program which may include several shorter works, or one longer work. 

Grade Piece Composer /Arranger Watch 
Open A Grade The Creation of Faith Jodie Blackshaw SoundCloud
Open B Grade Infinite Hope Brian Balmages YouTube
Open C Grade Tarantella Carol Brittin Chambers YouTube
Open D Grade Overture Spiritoso Ralph Hultgren Brolga