Sunday 15th March 2026
Music Society
Established in 1980 when then mayor Geoff Pasterfield called a public meeting, it has been headed up since then by president Mercia Buck.
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Orchestra
Dedicated to the development of orchestral music in the region, giving professional opportunities to regional musicians.
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Eisteddfod Journey Ends
The Lake Macquarie Music Society has made the difficult decision to discontinue running Eisteddfods in the future.
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All the latest news and updates from Lake Macquarie Music Society
Apr. 07, 2026
Our Eisteddfod Journey Comes to a Close
After many years of proudly supporting young performers through our annual Eisteddfod, the Lake Macquarie Music Society has made the difficult decision to discontinue running Eisteddfods in the future. This change reflects our evolving focus
May. 05, 2023
An American Dream Review
An American Dream – Review by Helen Thursby The Lake Macquarie Philharmonic Orchestra and the Dungeon Big Band in the Warners Bay Theatre on Sunday April 30, at 4pm. This concert of American classics was
Feb. 27, 2023
Lake Macquarie Eisteddfod will not run this year
Lake Macquarie Music Society is sad to announce that the Lake Macquarie Eisteddfod will not run in 2023. Students are encouraged to enrol in the Sydney Eisteddfod where they will find a very warm welcome.
Jul. 18, 2022
Historic program & photo from 1985
Historic program & photo from a 1985 concert organised by Philip Sketchley & Mercia Buck at University of Newcastle’s Great Hall, sponsored by women’s Zonta Club as a Salute to Youth.
LMPO Concert recordings available online
Lake Macquarie Music Society presents ballet music of Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, Delibes and Adam. Includes Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite No. 1
Conducted by Christopher Bearman (recorded November 3, 2019)
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