Apollo Music Society

(Note to returning members – Membership in 2025 is now yearly, so it's a single fee of $14 instead of semesterly payments of $7)

Please note that the first two weeks of rehearsals each semester are free for new members to trial!

Established in 2002, Apollo Music Society is a student-run club offering the most extensive ensemble program on the Parkville campus, with over 200 members across our 12 bands and workshops. Our diverse lineup of ensembles are open for anyone of all experience levels to join! From our humble beginnings as a small string orchestra, Apollo has flourished to become a well-established part of the cultural life at the University of Melbourne, performing at university and club events across campus and beyond. Our membership includes students from all faculties, other tertiary institutions, and even alumni!

Our main ensembles are:

• Choir: This non-auditioned group of singers transcends boundaries and spreads the beauty of choral music. From soaring ballads to catchy show tunes, they embrace diverse genres. Open to singers of all levels, beginners welcome!
• Acapollo: Apollo's a capella group! We rehearse mainly contemporary pieces like pop, rock, and theatre, with an emphasis on social connection. Open to singers of all levels, beginners welcome!
• Strings Ensemble: A string ensemble specialising in chamber music, as well as modern compositions. Our recent repertoire includes the five variants of "dives and Lazarus" and an arrangement of the Beatles' "Elanor Rigby". Open to string players of all levels!
• Rock Bands: Apollo has three rock bands, chill groups that like to have fun and play all types of rock music. Spots are very limited, please follow and reach out on our socials for more information!
• Fusion Concert Band: Any (and we mean ANY) instruments are welcome in this eclectic band! we play contemporary tunes, pop songs and film soundtracks, and our flexible arrangements can accommodate all players! Please reach out to us on our socials for more information!
• Guitar Ensemble: An acoustic guitar band that plays a variety of songs from pop and fingerstyle to classical! Open to guitarists of all levels, beginners welcome!
• Music Composition Class: Compose and produce! Learn and practice your music theory, composing skills, and DAW techniques. Explore diverse styles and collaborate with other passionate creators. Perfect for any music creator: aspiring or affluent in knowledge!
• Jazz Band: It's in their name! Jazz band loves to perform all kinds of jazzy tunes from classic jazz standards to swingin' big band hits, with a focus on music that brings the soul alive! Instrument level requirements will vary depending on the instrument, please reach out to us on our socials for more information!
• Jam session: We host weekly jam sessions open to all of our members, split into two streams: rock and jazz. Express yourself musically and meet new people! 

What do we do?  

We run nine instrumental and choral ensembles, two jam sessions and a music composition workshop every week of the semester. We also have a variety of social events throughout the year such as BBQs, board game nights, trivia and karaoke, but most memorably, our semesterly camps! To top it all off, our semesterly performances - Open Mic and Charity Concert provide a platform for our talented musicians to perform in front of a supportive audience! All in all, we run almost 300 events in a year - woah!

Apollo Music Society is guided by our motto of 'Music, Friends, Charity.' 

MUSIC: Our wide variety of ensembles offer students and other members of the community the opportunity to participate in group music making, weaving beautiful melodies and making lifelong...
FRIENDS: Our ensembles and social events are the perfect place to meet new people and build friendships to last long beyond your time at university. We pride ourselves on our welcoming and fun atmosphere to make sure that everyone has a great time! And you'll feel especially good about it because Apollo supports...
CHARITY: Every semester we hold a charity concert that not only showcases the musical talent of our members but also raises money for worthy causes and charities. In 2024 we raised over $5000.

Club Aims:

1. To unite students together in their musical interest and add to the diversity of student life.
2. To promote great music and live music performances to enhance the university environment
3. To use musical talent to promote health through music by holding charity concerts and donating to health related causes
4. To travel to hospitals and nursing homes in metropolitan and rural Victoria to perform.

Mailbox 78
Level 4, Building 168
University of Melbourne VIC 3010