ABOUT US
Founded in 2024, Melbourne Symphonic Winds, Inc. aims to bring woodwind, brass and percussion musicians of Melbourne together to play and perform the best music in the Concert Band repertoire at the highest level.
Melbourne Symphonic Winds works on a project basis and is dedicated to creating exciting opportunities to challenge and grow community musicians.
Human Nature
Melbourne Symphonic Winds in concert
7:30pm
Church of All Nations
180 Palmerston St, Carlton VIC 3053
Join Melbourne Symphonic Winds for our first recital performance on the 17th October, 2026.
The ensemble will present a varied selection of wind band music from local and established composers which will invite you to reflect on our theme for the evening - Human Nature.
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17th October 2026
FROM LITTLE THINGS, BIG THINGS GROW
2026 Performances
In 2026, Melbourne Symphonic Winds will be performing at
17th October 2026 - "Human Nature"
If you would like to keep in touch with us regarding future opportunities feel free to fill out the contact form below.
Rehearsal dates for projects are given in advance and generally occur on Sunday afternoon at Camberwell.
Musical Director
Ryan Parks is a conductor and music educator based in Melbourne, Australia. Originally from the United States, he relocated to Melbourne in 2017 after earning a Bachelor’s of Music Education. He currently serves as the Director of Bands at Our Lady of Sion College in Box Hill and is advancing his academic qualifications by pursuing a Master’s of Music Education and Wind Conducting at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point.
In addition to his educational roles, Ryan is an active member of Melbourne's band community. He has previously conducted the Southern Area Wind Band and is the current Musical Director for the Engineering Music Society Symphonic Wind Ensemble at the University of Melbourne. His leadership extends to professional organisations, as he is the Vice President of the Victoria chapter of the Australian Band & Orchestra Directors Association (ABODA).
In 2023, Ryan was honoured with an invitation to conduct at Melbourne Youth Orchestra's summer school, where he directed one of the symphonic bands. He also presented a professional development session on rehearsal techniques in Tasmania, sharing his insights and strategies with fellow music educators.
Ryan's enthusiasm for band music, cultivated during his time in the US, continues to thrive as he shares his passion with musicians and audiences across the greater Victorian community.
